Director of Engineering, Mechanical

TurboChef/CookTek, A Middleby Company, is seeking a professional skilled individual for Director of Mechanical Engineering position located at our Carrollton, TX location. Reporting to the Vice President of Engineering, this role is responsible for leading the mechanical design, manufacturing and production of TurboChef and CookTek equipment. 

This individual will be responsible for leading the Mechanical Engineering department. The individual is expected to lead multiple projects in a collaborative environment. 

Responsiblities

• Provides guidance to a team of Mechanical Engineers on best practices for product design and development.
• Assumes responsibility for all mechanical engineering project work in the department.
• Recruits and retain exceptional talent in the department.
• Manages team of mechanical engineers and holds the team accountable for company milestones.
• Investigate, propose, and manage new product development efforts or product updates along with developing and managing the technical practice and standards of the company.
• Sets and communicates department goals effectively within the team and to the upper management.
• Inspires the team to tackle multiple projects with tight deadlines.
• Ensures project milestones are met in timely manner.
• Proficient in Solidworks 3D modeling and drawings.
• Reviews all mechanical engineering work for accuracy. Creates engineering processes and workflows to improve efficiency. 
• Approves ECRs/ECNs to manage work within the department.
• Responsibiility for designs from concept to implementation.
• Performs mid-year and year-end reviews for all direct reports focused on individual growth for Engineers.
• Reviews and updates Bill of Materials (BOMs).
• Works seamlessly with cross-functional team to deliver on the important project goals.
• Coordinates work with contractors and co-ops/interns in support of the project milestones.
• Displays technical competency in one or more operational areas (e.g. materials, sheet metal design, equipment design, and heat transfer).
• Reviews and approves analysis for root cause & corrective action for issues related to product design and operation.

• Minimum 10 years of relevant work experience.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Mechanical Engineering from accredited university or college.
• Highly proficient in MS Office and CAD (Solidworks required). Solidworks PDM knowledge is required. Knowledge of complex engineering analytical CAE tools is preferred (e.g. CFD, FEA).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.