Hardware Team Manager

Buhler is seeking a Hardware Team Manager to join the team! The Hardware Manager is responsible for the coaching of Automation Project Engineers in Hardware Planning in all elements and aspects of hardware engineering, and actively supports the team to deliver projects on agreed times with high quality as well as in line with the standard Buhler Automation guidelines.
Hardware Team Leader is expected to perform up to 20% of Admin tasks and 80% of technical work.

Introduction
Buhler is seeking a Hardware Team Manager to join the team! The Hardware Manager is responsible for the coaching of Automation Project Engineers in Hardware Planning in all elements and aspects of hardware engineering, and actively supports the team to deliver projects on agreed times with high quality as well as in line with the standard Buhler Automation guidelines.
Hardware Team Leader is expected to perform up to 20% of Admin tasks and 80% of technical work.

Bhler is an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity and inclusion at our company, therefore, it's important that you match us and we match you. Regardless of your gender (m/f/d). We invite you to read more about our commitment to diversity, equality and inclusion on our website: https://bit.ly/40QxJP6

Diversity
Bhler is an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity and inclusion at our company, therefore, it's important that you match us and we match you. Regardless of your gender (m/f/d). We invite you to read more about our commitment to diversity, equality and inclusion on our website: https://bit.ly/40QxJP6

Tasks
Taking on customer orders for Systems Automation projects
Coordinating and planning the allocation of jobs and capacity utilization of staff members
Acting as contact person for hardware engineering and installation planning
Training new employees in the application of standards, methods, and tools
Controlling the workload of the team
Ensuring that monthly project reviews are carried out
Monitoring compliance with Quality Assurance guidelines
Monitoring the quality and efficiency of current orders and introducing necessary measures in case of deviations
Ensure on-time, on-budget and complete delivery of the engineering packages as allocated, following the project contract and master schedule for all projects within the department
Drive objectives for each project, identify and assign resources to support projects in execution
Establish and enforce proper project management processes
Ensure timely and accurate forecasting and identify risks and opportunities;
Lead and motivate the team by establishing open communication of the principles, objectives and processes for project execution;
Conduct employee reviews for the team members and provide regular feedback;
Develop and maintain relationships with customers, partners and primary subcontractors
Working with vendors and hardware suppliers to implement new designs
Following industry-standard processes and procedures
Performs other duties as assigned

Required qualifications
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering (or related field)
3+ years of proven leadership experience, PLC, and HMI software experience
Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills
Experience in hardware engineering with ECAD systems (Ebase, Ruplan, Eplan, etc)
Experience in designing cabinet layouts is a plus
Knowledgeable on local electrical standard UL 508A
Ability to work and lead international engineering teams
Customer focus
Sound judgment and decision-making skills
Excellent problem-solving skills
Ability to work in a matrix organization
Good written and oral communication skills, including the ability to interface effectively with people inside and outside of the company
Industry knowledge
Comfortable working on multiple projects at one time. Able to plan and organize work to meet project dates and objectives
Basic business and financial knowledge
Comfortable traveling up to 30%

Benefits
International and successful company with sustainable prospects for the future
Wide technical & modern environment with interesting challenges
Professional environment with an open communication culture
Exciting development and training opportunities
Great and dynamic work environment
Health Insurance with Health Savings Account
Dental
Vision and Life Insurance
Short Term and Long Term Disability
401(k) with 6% company contribution
15 days vacation
Sick Time
Maternity and Paternity Leave

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