Site Chief Engineer- Relocation Offered

The primary function of this position is to provide technical subject matter expertise (SME) for the Environmental product lines which includes Oxygen systems, Nitrogen systems, and Cryogenic Coolers. The Chief Engineer serves as a technical subject matter expert (SME); creates their own strategy, direction, priorities and leads the team to drive business results / improvements for the division/region. Provides technical solutions based on existing and personally developed technology. Possesses a broad strategic vision of future products and services and provides consultation in the chosen area of expertise. Involved in a wide variety and large number of projects, conducts feasibility studies ensuring that objectives are met and are within budget, and provides technical approvals and governance for programs. Manages external supplier relationships and effectively works with all business functions to identify issues, create & drive solutions to completion. Manages complex projects/programs involving multiple components for completeness, compatibility, and compliance. Has sphere of influence at the MSD Davenport level Development and execution ownership of engineering technical roadmaps. Utilizes domain expertise to drive innovation and technology roadmap activities aligned to customer needs Generates technical solutions and has accountability for the integrity of design solutions on multiple programs including program technical and design reviews with key signatory approval Drives complete design of components or systems to meet customer requirements of performance & cost Collaborates with suppliers on technical offerings and design approval Facilitates and leads root cause and corrective action (RCCA) activities, serves as approver for RCCAs Teaches and promotes application of Design for Six Sigma tools and methods Mentoring within the engineering organization LI-LD1 Bachelor's degree in Engineering from an accredited institution is required. Minimum of 10 years of experience with new product development and sustaining support. Minimum of 5 years' experience in mechanical or electrical components and/or systems. You must be a U.S. citizen to be eligible and considered for this position pursuant to applicable U.S. Federal Government contract requirements. Advanced Engineering degree from an accredited institution. 10 years of experience within aerospace or a high-tech industry with new product development and sustaining support. Direct experience applying the following disciplines: systems engineering, model-based system engineering, and/ or modeling simulation and analysis Position Criteria Strong analytical skills covering multiple areas of engineering (mechanical design, test, project management, structural analysis, fluid analysis, electrical design). Strong communication and collaboration with engineers, engineering leadership, suppliers and customers. Ability to influence the organization without direct reporting relationship Ability to identify growth opportunities and nurse them through the Ideation Process and NPI process Ability to interact with business and technology leaders High level of creativity and strategic thinking Ability to teach and employ DFSS tools and processes Ability to lead product investigations through 8D methodology