Engineering Laboratory Operations Manager

4 weeks ago


Detroit, Michigan, United States Daimler Truck Full time
Job Summary

As an Engineering Laboratory Operations Supervisor II at Daimler Truck, you will be responsible for managing a team of laboratory staff and developing operating procedures to ensure quality testing is conducted within budgets and according to established standards. Your key responsibilities will include prioritizing and allocating laboratory operations and workflow to optimize equipment and resource utilization, as well as researching and evaluating investments in technology and equipment to enhance laboratory performance.

Key Responsibilities
  • Manage a team of laboratory staff and develop operating procedures to ensure quality testing is conducted within budgets and according to established standards.
  • Prioritize and allocate laboratory operations and workflow to optimize equipment and resource utilization.
  • Research and evaluate investments in technology and equipment to enhance laboratory performance.
  • Develop and implement continuous improvement engineering initiatives, processes, and methods to optimize efficiencies within the testing infrastructure workgroup.
  • Manage the daily operation within the Engineering Testing Infrastructure & Test Systems Integration team, consisting of UAW 412 Engineering Technicians and 163 Skilled Trades.
  • Help troubleshoot and oversee the repair and maintenance of testing infrastructure equipment and processes.
  • Effectively communicate with all applicable employees to evaluate problems and issues, assign the appropriate engineering technicians and skilled trades, and follow up to ensure assignments are completed to minimize testing downtime.
  • Evaluate the work of engineering technicians and skilled trades, enforce agreements and DTNA policies, and assist manager with staffing recommendations.
  • Ensure safety procedures and 5S principles are adhered to in accordance with company policy.
  • Schedule and approve overtime, timecard management, and execute contract agreements with represented UAW 412 and 163 employees.
  • Actively participate in group shop floor management meetings (SFM) and Group Visual Board.
  • Distribute safety-related training documentation and perform regular safety audits.
  • Collaborate with product teams and lab support teams to support business efficiency and achieve monthly KPI targets.
  • Provide flexible shift coverage to support group carryover transition to off-shift Supervisor.
  • Provide flexible weekend coverage to support manpower allocation effectiveness.

Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Electrical Engineering Technology, or related fields (ABET Accredited University).
  • ~1-2 years of Project Leadership experience.
  • ~Technical knowledge within Testing Infrastructure & Test Systems Integration, including but not limited to: Dynamometer motors and drives, testing equipment, PLC systems, and power distribution systems.
  • ~Knowledge of maintenance systems, technical operations, and building codes and regulations.
  • ~Ability to manage multiple projects and inform management of any barriers.
  • ~Ability to work in a truly global environment with different cultures to collaborate successfully, including union and salary employees.
  • ~Strong PC skills, including MS Office and database tools.
  • ~Broad knowledge of internal combustion and electric mobility powertrain electronics and systems from a product and testing perspective.
  • ~Strong mechanical aptitude to be able to work across various engineering disciplines.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Electrical Engineering Technology, or related fields (ABET Accredited University).
  • Certification by the National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) or similar organizations.
  • Project management experience.

About Daimler Truck

Daimler Truck is a leading manufacturer of commercial vehicles and buses. We are committed to employing a diverse workforce and providing an environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, age, marital status, family relationship, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression (including transgender and transitioning status), genetic information, or veteran status. Visa sponsorship will only be open to current Daimler Truck North America employees working under an existing U.Daimler Truck North America Visa. All other applicants must be legally authorized to work permanently in the country the position is located in at the time of application.

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