Engineering Manager

Raymond West is seeking a highly analytical Engineering Manager to join our team, responsible for optimizing engineering processes and identifying areas for improvement through data analysis and process evaluation. You will play a key role in driving efficiency, cost reduction, and overall operational excellence within our engineering department by leveraging your strong quantitative skills and technical understanding.

Raymond West is committed to providing our customers with end-to-end warehouse solutions. We bring you our industry-leading expertise in lift trucks, racking, conveyor, dock and door, rentals, parts, and service. Our customers trust us to provide the right supply chain solutions and services to keep their business up and running.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Primary duties and responsibilities will vary with the specific position. Typical responsibilities are listed below. This list is not inclusive.

Data Analysis and Reporting:

• Gather, analyze, and interpret complex engineering data from various sources (project management tools, status trackers, etc.) to identify trends, patterns, and key performance indicators (KPIs).

Process Improvement:

• Identify opportunities to streamline engineering workflows, reduce bottlenecks, and enhance operational efficiency through process mapping, root cause analysis, and lean methodologies.

Performance Metrics:

• Develop and track key metrics to monitor engineering performance, identify areas for improvement, and measure the impact of implemented changes.

Project Management Support:

• Collaborate with project teams to analyze project data, identify potential risks, and provide insights to optimize project timelines and budgets.

Collaboration:

• Work closely with cross-functional teams (engineering, operations, finance) to understand business needs and translate data insights into actionable recommendations.

Additional:

• Manage the performance and training of a group of Engineers, Designers, and Estimating Engineers that support requests for Designs, 2D and 3D CAD work, Permit submittals, technical produce/subject matter expertise, and estimating projects for quotation.
• Oversee a team of application engineers that support projects from conception, proposal, testing, installation, and post-launch phases.
• Establish and refine team KPIs and performance to match company goals.
• Develop relationships with Sales Teams, Project Managers, and Account Management to understand their customer's needs and assist in winning orders.
• Ensure that quoted jobs are smoothly turned over and support the Project Management team following order placement.
• Drive and administer the team's continuous learning and development to stay current and ahead of industry/customer needs.
• Ensure a timely response to quote requests, permit submittals, as-builts, safety docs, and RFPs.
• Provide career feedback to team members.
• Develop recommendations for department improvements.
• Demonstrate an understanding of various material handling systems, standards, and industry trends (conveyor systems, Kardex, mezzanine, sortation systems, automation, racking, and permits).
• Generate Proposal Documents including the scope of work, costs, a schedule timeline, and contractual language based on existing boilerplate.
• Display competence in application concepts, designs, installations, and acceptance of storage systems and all applicable codes.
• Communicate with Sales representatives when more information is needed to proceed.
• Set and adhere to schedules for Design work, Estimating, meetings, and other projects.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent Management skills
• Excellent Written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent Organizational Time Management skills
• Must be able to perform duties under minimal supervision.
• Must be willing to work off-hours as specific needs dictate and willing to assume more responsibility as required.
• Ability to receive direction and execute orders properly, as defined by the Systems Department Director and company policies.
• Strong knowledge in Software including AUTOCAD, SharePoint, Word, Excel, Outlook, MS Project
• Familiarity with seismic design requirements
• Knowledge of forklift trucks and other materials handling equipment
• Ability to lead teams of Engineers, Designers, CAD techs successfully towards Key Performance Indicators.
• Ability to estimate and document materials handling projects.
• Ability to understand/interpret Building and Fire Codes, including navigating the plan check process.
• Possess professional thoroughness in preparation of proposals and acceptance of contracts.
• Previous experience in sales support, factory engineering, and contract preparation/administration is a plus.
• Ability to perform independently, and in professional team fashion with Sales Representatives, Project Managers, suppliers, installers, clients, and other departments.
• Ability to assimilate data provided by Sales representatives and customers into an effective materials handling solution.
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

Education/Experience:

Minimum Education and Experience: Determined by position.

• Highly Preferred, Mechanical Engineering background with over 10 years' experience in application design and installation of conveyor and other materials handling systems.
• 4-year college degree required
• Graduate Degree preferred, (less education acceptable with greater demonstrable job experience).

Language Skills:

• Ability to read, write, and speak fluently in English.
• Ability to read interpret documents such as Safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to speak effectively before vendors, customers.

Travel Requirement:

• 30%- 40% (10-20 hours a week)
• Must be able to be insured by Raymond West.

Physical Requirements:

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.

• Position is Sedentary and desk bound.
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
• Occasionally required to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Pay Range:

• The salary range for this position is $95,000 - $140,000. The specific pay offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including but not limited to the candidate's relevant experience, education, and work location.

Qualified candidates must be able to pass a pre-employment physical and drug screen.

Raymond West provides medical, dental, vision, 401k with company match, flexible spending accounts, disability insurance, life insurance, personal time off, holiday pay and a great team to work with!

Check us out at www.raymondwest.com. Raymond West has a great group of loyal and hardworking employees who help us maintain our exemplary level of sales and service.

Apply on-line via the submit resume button provided. We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage all qualified persons to apply. We encourage qualified military veterans and persons with disabilities to submit their resume online. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in accordance with the FCO. We are a drug free company.

This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR * 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status or disability.