Engineering Manager

Here at Spencer Fluid Power, we design and manufacture electrical, electronic, hydraulic, and electro-hydraulic components, manifolds, systems, and software. The Engineering Manager is responsible for all technical aspects related to selling, producing, and supporting these products and their respective customers.

We are hiring an Engineering Manager at company headquarters in Kent, WA.

Why join us?

There is a reason we have been named a Best Workplace 21 times. Applied is listed as one of theWorld's Best Employers by Forbes for 2021. We have earnedthe Outstanding Employer Support award from the US Navy, we rank #8 in the top 50 Industrial Distributors, and we are a GSA approved vendor.

You'll receive rewards and resources to fulfill you both professionally and personally.

In addition to competitive hourly pay, monthly, quarterly, and annual bonus opportunities, and all the benefits you'd expect from an industry leader (401K with company match, insurance, time off, tuition reimbursement, employee assistance, etc.) you will also enjoy:

• A LASTING CAREER- Career paths are available in sales, operations, or management throughout the country.
• Applied has been fortunate to retain associates who have built long lasting careers. 25% of our U.S. team has 20+ years of service!
• Professional development and training.
• Team oriented company culture where it's called work for a reason but have fun in the process. Customers can hear that in your voice.

In accordance with applicable wage transparency law requirements, the typical estimated salary range for this position and location is $130,000 - $140,000/year depending on experience. Potential total compensation including annual bonus opportunity tied to company and individual performance ranges from $130,000 - $155,000 per year. No specific amount is guaranteed.

Job Duties

• Design Engineering for Kent Fluid Power - Sales and Repairs

• Operations support for Kent Fluid Power

• Connect with Branch Managers one-on-one at least monthly on current projects/needs

• Manage Spencer Solutions Group

• Schedule workload

• Approve timecards

• Hold weekly team meetings

• Weekly one-on-one with team members

• Provide technical support for Account Managers (may require travel)

• Hold monthly product training with all Account Managers

Travel/Relocation

• Travel is required and may take place on short notice. Permanent relocation will be evaluated and potentially required after 12 months of employment.

• Manage the engineering department personnel, including manufacturing engineers, design engineers, application engineers, and technicians.
• Guide and facilitate sales activities for new customer projects through direct customer interaction.
• Support account managers with technical analysis of customer application requirements.
• Maintain the project management database with project detail, customer information, project type, planned and actual dates, and workload assignments.
• Lead or participate in defect investigation, root cause analysis, countermeasure implementation, and quality gate review.
• Provide management, technical, and training support to other AFP subsidiaries (Fluid Tech).
• Complete engineering projects as an individual contributor, as required by backlog and customer needs. This is a 'working manager' position.
• Identify opportunities for internal capacity or profitability improvements, analyze and present to management, and manage implementation.
• Provide periodic reporting of performance metrics to management.
• Collaborate with production, warehouse, and assembly departments to address production challenges, with the goal of continuous improvement.
• Provide technical support to inside sales, procurement, and related activities.
• Provide insight and feedback in a collaborative environment with the management team.

Position Requirements

• Experience in an engineering role
• Bachelor's degree in a related field
• Excellent leadership and team building skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Proficiency in hydraulic and electronic control system design preferred.
• Experience with application software development.

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Founded in 1923, Applied Industrial Technologies (NYSE: AIT) is a leading value-added distributor and technical solutions provider of industrial motion, fluid power, flow control, automation technologies, and related maintenance supplies. Our leading brands, specialized services, and comprehensive knowledge serve MRO and OEM end users in virtually all industrial markets through our multi-channel capabilities that provide choice, convenience, and expertise.

Applied Industrial Technologies is built on a philosophy that puts people first. We are an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to a workforce in which we enforce fair treatment and provide growth opportunities for everyone. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of age, race, color, national origin, genetics, religion, gender, marital status, physical or mental disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances.