Gamma Vacuum, a member of the Atlas Copco Group, is seeking an Engineering Manager to join their dynamic team in Shakopee, Minnesota. As an Engineering Manager, you will play a pivotal role in leading and overseeing the engineering department, ensuring the successful development, implementation, and optimization of product manufacturing processes. This position shall support Gamma in its next development step becoming the leading Ultra-High-Vacuum company on the market. This position involves managing a diverse team of engineers, including Electrical Engineers, R&D Engineers, Manufacturing Engineers, Software Engineers, and Mechanical Engineers, fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment. The Engineering Manager will provide technical expertise, particularly in electrical engineering, and ensure that all engineering activities comply with industry standards and regulations. They will be responsible for driving process improvements, enhancing efficiency, productivity, and quality in manufacturing operations. Additionally, the role includes strategic planning, innovation, and customer interaction to deliver superior solutions and drive the company's engineering efforts forward. 

Essential Duties, Responsibilities, and Expectations

Your responsibilities will include but are not limited to the following:   

 Leadership:

• Manage and mentor a diverse team of engineers, including Electrical Engineers, R&D Engineers, Manufacturing Engineers, Software Engineers, and Mechanical Engineers.
• Foster a collaborative and innovative work environment.
• Provide necessary leadership, training, mentoring, and coaching to direct reports.

Project Management:

• Oversee the planning, execution, and completion of engineering projects.
• Ensure projects meet quality, budget, and timeline requirements.
• Coordinate the execution of engineering activities from design concept through production launch and commissioning.
• Make sure the proper project documentation is in place.

Technical Expertise:

•   Provide technical guidance and support in electrical engineering, including design, development, and troubleshooting of electrical systems.
•   Lead the technical evaluation of applications, mechanical, electrical, controls, and structural design aspects of product design.

 Process Improvement:

• Build and implement a system of "Lean" development and improvement.

 Collaboration:

• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including production, quality assurance, and R&D, to ensure seamless integration of engineering solutions.
• Interact with other engineering sites overseas
• Interact directly with production and other departments to prepare, change, and finalize engineering design project specifications.

 Compliance:

•  Ensure all engineering activities comply with industry standards, regulations, and company policies.
• Manage and ensure product developments meet compliance requirements according to applicable standards.

      Reporting:

• Prepare and present regular reports on project status, departmental performance, and key metrics for senior management.

Strategic Planning:

• Participate in and contribute to strategic planning, implementation, and execution.
•  Drive innovation, identifying IP opportunities and threats for new products.

Customer Interaction:

•  Conduct design-specific and technical analysis and proposals of customer product needs and specifications.
• Establish processes for the team to seek and act upon customer feedback.

Minimum Qualifications (Experience / Education)

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or a related field; master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in engineering, with at least 3 years in a managerial role.
• Experience in managing design, project initiatives, and associated support staff.
• Experience in driving innovation, identifying IP opportunities and threats for new products.
• Experience in providing expert advice and supporting the training and development of engineers through formal and informal mentoring.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage and mentor a diverse team of engineers, fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment.
• Extensive knowledge of electrical engineering principles and practices, including design, development, and troubleshooting of electronics.
• Proficiency in project management methodologies, ensuring projects meet quality, budget, and timeline requirements.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. 

Competencies // Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA’s) 

• Ability to identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, productivity, and quality in manufacturing operations.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to work closely with cross-functional teams, including production, quality assurance, and R&D.
• Knowledge of industry standards, regulations, and company policies to ensure all engineering activities comply with these requirements.
• Proficiency in Inventor and/or SolidWorks, CREO, ERM systems, and Microsoft Office, including Excel and Word.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and adapt to changing priorities.
• Ability to conduct design-specific and technical analysis and proposals of customer product needs and specifications.