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Engineering Manager
Arnold Group, The
Arnold Group, The
 
Job Location: Salina, KS
Job Title: Engineering Manager
Job Code: 150532
Job Category: Other
Location: KS - Salina

Engineering Manager

Summary Designs and draws blue prints and CAD Drawings of fabricated sheet metal

machinery and material handling components like, but not limited too, gates valves, ladder and

cage, probes, distributors, elbows, flanges, feeders, spouts, grates, loading systems, bucket

elevators, drag conveyors, custom jobs, and material handling parts by performing the following

duties. Directs and coordinates activities of engineering department to design, manufacture, and

test components, products, and systems by performing the following duties personally or through subordinate supervisors.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Directs department activities to design products, modify existing designs, improve production

techniques, and develop test procedures.

Resolves problems using solutions that involve new techniques, technologies, or concepts.

Analyzes technology trends, human resource needs, and market demand to plan projects.

Confers with management, production, and marketing staff to determine engineering feasibility,

cost effectiveness, and customer demand for new and existing products.

Forecasts operating costs of department and directs preparation of budget requests.

Advises management of new developments which may affect profit, schedule, costs, customer

relations, and/or inter-departmental relations.

Provides direction and example for interpretation and application of company policies and

procedures to the engineering activities.

Maintains a working knowledge of new technologies which may improve operations, and

develops recommendations accordingly.

Maintains a working knowledge of safety policies and regulations to ensure duties of self and

others are performed in a safe manner.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Directly supervises multiple employees in the Engineering Department. Carries out supervisory

responsibilities in accordance with the organization`s policies and applicable laws.

Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and

directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing

complaints and resolving problems.

Competencies

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies :

Analytical - Synthesizes complex or diverse information; Collects and researches data; Uses

intuition and experience to complement data; Designs work flows and procedures.

Design - Generates creative solutions; Translates concepts and information into images; Uses

feedback to modify designs; Applies design principles; Demonstrates attention to detail.

Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes

information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving

situations.

Project Management - Coordinates projects; Communicates changes and progress; Completes

projects on time and budget.

Technical Skills - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; Pursues training and development

opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others.

Customer Service - Responds promptly to customer needs; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments.

Interpersonal Skills - Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps

emotions under control; Remains open to others` ideas and tries new things.

Oral Communication - Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates

group presentation skills; Participates in meetings.

Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Presents numerical data effectively;

Able to read and interpret written information.

Teamwork - Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone`s efforts to

succeed.

Visionary Leadership - Displays passion and optimism; Provides vision and inspiration to peers

and subordinates.

Change Management - Communicates changes effectively; Builds commitment and overcomes

resistance; Prepares and supports those affected by change; Monitors transition and evaluates

results.

Delegation - Delegates work assignments; Matches the responsibility to the person; Gives

authority to work independently.

Leadership - Exhibits confidence in self and others; Inspires and motivates others to perform

well; Accepts feedback from others; Gives appropriate recognition to others.

Managing People - Takes responsibility for subordinates` activities; Makes self available to staff;

Provides regular performance feedback; Fosters quality focus in others; Continually works to

improve supervisory skills.

Quality Management - Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Demonstrates accuracy

and thoroughness.

Business Acumen - Understands business implications of decisions; Demonstrates knowledge of market and competition; Aligns work with strategic goals.

Cost Consciousness - Works within approved budget; Develops and implements cost saving

measures; Conserves organizational resources.

Diversity - Educates others on the value of diversity; Builds a diverse workforce.

Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Upholds organizational values.

Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks

correctly and on time; Supports organization`s goals and values.

Strategic Thinking - Develops strategies to achieve organizational goals; Understands

organization`s strengths & weaknesses.

Judgment - Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for

decisions; Makes timely decisions.

Motivation - Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles; Takes calculated risks to

accomplish goals.

Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Sets goals and

objectives; Develops realistic action plans.

Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Follows

through on commitments.

Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote

quality; Applies feedback to improve performance.

Quantity - Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity.

Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Reports potentially unsafe

conditions .

Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Changes approach or method to best

fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.

Attendance/Punctuality - Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at

meetings and appointments on time.

Dependability - Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach

goals..

Initiative - Seeks increased responsibilities; Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; Asks for and offers help when needed.

Innovation - Meets challenges with resourcefulness; Generates suggestions for improving work;

Develops innovative approaches and ideas.

Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each

essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge,

skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals

with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience

Bachelor`s degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university; or one to two years related

experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Language Skills

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports,

and legal documents. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers,

regulatory agencies, or members of the business community. Ability to write speeches and

articles for publication that conform to prescribed style and format. Ability to effectively present

information to top management, public groups, and/or boards of directors.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to apply advanced mathematical concepts such as exponents, logarithms, quadratic

equations, and permutations. Ability to apply mathematical operations to such tasks as frequency distribution, determination of test reliability and validity, analysis of variance, correlation

techniques, sampling theory, and factor analysis.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to

interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal

with several abstract and concrete variables.

Computer Skills

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Database software;

Design software; Development software; Internet software; Inventory software; Manufacturing

software; Project Management software and Spreadsheet software.

Other Qualifications

Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is frequently required to talk or hear. The employee is

occasionally required to stand; walk and reach with hands and arms. The employee must

occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job

include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of

those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable

accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential

functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

EOE


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Fax: 316.262.8790
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Phone: 785.826.9222
Watts: 800.307.9222
Fax: 785.826.9252
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1214 Main Street
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Phone: 620.221.7100
Watts: 800.559.3888
Fax: 620.221.7299

EOE

 
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