Director of Engineering-VAL Integration

17 hours ago


Litchfield, United States LuxWall, Inc. Full time

LuxWall is focused on the product development, scaling and commercializing of innovative glass products and solutions for the built environment. LuxWall’s transparent insulation technology, Enthermal, provides a step change in energy performance by significantly reducing convective, conductive, and radiative heat gain and heat loss in buildings. Acting as a transparent thermos bottle for buildings, LuxWall has the potential to reduce global carbon emissions by more than 0.5 gigaton per year with mass adoption. Enthermal will forever change the way buildings are designed and constructed for the future sustainability of our plants.


The Director of Engineering-VAL Integration is responsible for integrating technological systems and programs to ensure they work together seamlessly for the launch of Factory 2. They will be responsible for overseeing the entire process from planning and configuration to installation and also provide post-installation support and troubleshooting. They will play an active role in strategic planning to ensure optimal system integration that meets organization needs


Position Responsibilities

  • Take full ownership of new glass fabrication process from design through hand off to operations team.
  • Lead and mentor a team of 4-6 engineers.
  • Manage the project to ensure it is on schedule and budget.
  • Specify, design, install and conduct FAT/SAT for new equipment builds.
  • Take a wholistic view of the entire line, ensuring that all tools work together to produce a product that meets all design criteria, considering manufacturing tolerances at each process step and tool.
  • Collaborate with the cross functional team and supply chain to issue necessary purchase orders for manufacturing tools, software, and services.
  • Execute a process FMEA for the line to ensure the system is properly designed to overcome operational issues, product failures and sources of unscheduled downtime.
  • Track issues and risks, communicate status and escalate concerns to management.
  • Create models and simulations to optimize production line design and eliminate bottlenecks to achieve target throughput, yield and quality.
  • Collaborate with the Director of Automation to ensure that all PLC and MES systems are designed to support the production and business goals of the line.
  • Develop in-situ and off-line metrology design and implementation strategy in collaboration with R&D, manufacturing and test and validation groups.
  • Collaborate with equipment and tool suppliers and integrators to ensure equipment meets performance and cost requirements.
  • Ensure all equipment has accurate and thorough drawings and operating manuals.
  • Ensure that all equipment and tools are installed in a safe manner and have appropriate engineering controls, where applicable, to ensure safe operation.
  • Ensure that all tools have the appropriate spare parts, taking into account lead times, cost and MTBF/MTTR.
  • Facilitate troubleshooting and communication with other internal team members.


Position Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
  • Demonstrated experience with new equipment design, builds, installation and debugging.
  • Experience in MES and ERP software, such as Ignition and SAP
  • Strong ability to develop team and individual priorities that align with business goals and ensure that priorities are completed timely.
  • Understanding of PLC programming and communication
  • Deep understanding of manufacturing processes and workflow in a high-volume, highly automated operation
  • Glass fabrication experience, including cutting, grinding and tempering is highly preferred
  • Experience writing and editing detailed equipment specifications
  • Experience with data acquisition and analysis from production equipment
  • Strong analytical and troubleshooting abilities
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work with cross-functional teams
  • Proficient in Microsoft Project.


Work Environment

  • Minimum 50% Plant floor (PPE required)
  • Requires working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment with exposure to machinery, chemicals, and varying temperatures and noise levels.
  • Constant communication with employees, peers and management
  • Overtime as required
  • Frequent requirement of handling heavy equipment (operation)
  • Frequent need to give concentrated attention to surroundings


Physical Demands

  • Standing and Walking: The role requires standing and walking for extended periods, up to 8-12 hours per shift, depending on production demands.
  • Lifting and Carrying: Must be able to lift and carry objects weighing up to [weight, e.g., 50 lbs.] regularly throughout the shift. Occasional lifting of heavier items may be required with assistance.
  • Bending, Stooping, and Crouching: Frequent bending, stooping, crouching, and reaching are necessary to perform tasks such as machine operation, product assembly, and maintenance.
  • Pushing and Pulling: The position involves pushing and pulling carts, tools, and materials weighing up to [weight, e.g., 100 lbs.], either manually or using appropriate equipment.
  • Manual Dexterity: The ability to use hands and fingers to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls with precision is required for operating machinery, assembling products, and performing maintenance.
  • Climbing: Occasional climbing of ladders or steps to access equipment or storage areas may be required.
  • Vision and Hearing: Adequate vision is necessary to read and interpret technical documents, operate equipment, and inspect products for quality. Adequate hearing is required to communicate effectively in a noisy environment and to be aware of machinery sounds for safety.
  • Repetitive Motions: This job may involve repetitive hand, wrist, and arm motions during tasks such as assembling parts, operating equipment, or packaging products.
  • Environmental Conditions: The role may require working in varying temperatures, including cold storage areas or areas where heat from machinery is present. Exposure to dust, chemicals, fumes, and loud noises is common in manufacturing environments, and appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) must be worn.
  • Physical Stamina: The job requires maintaining high energy levels and physical stamina to keep up with the pace of production and meet performance targets


LuxWall, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, or



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