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Bosch Engineering Group Manager in Vernon Hills, Illinois
Company Description
HydraForce , a Bosch Rexroth company under the compact Hydralics offers one of the most comprehensive lines of high-quality hydraulic cartridge valves for the mobile and industrial equipment markets. We design and manufacture high performance valves that meet virtually any need encountered in machine design. HydraForce cartridge valves are designed to fit a wide range of industry-common valve cavities. Our employees enjoy a fast-paced and challenging work environment that provides them with daily opportunities to Power Forward their careers. For almost 35 years, HydraForce has been producing the most innovative electro-hydraulic control solutions for the mobile machinery and industrial equipment markets.
Bosch Rexroth is one of the world’s leading providers of drive and control technologies. Regardless of the motion task that customers face anywhere in the world, they will always find a Bosch Rexroth team with the local experience and the appropriate know-how from more than 30 industries and all drive and control technologies. Our associates take on their customers’ challenges with passion and persistence until the right solution is found. This is what makes Bosch Rexroth a strong, reliable partner for Mobile Applications, Machinery Applications and Engineering and Factory Automation. As the Drive & Control Company, we develop, produce, and distribute our components and system solutions in over 80 countries.
Job Description
Position Summary:
The Engineering Group Leader will be responsible for managing the duties of the engineering group including product development, research, prototyping, engineering documentation, estimating and process improvement.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
The following reflects management’s definition of essential functions for this job but does not restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Management may assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons.
Develops and evaluates staffing plan; hires, trains, supervises, motivates, and develops staff; manages schedules and workflow.
Participate in cross-functional teams to address and resolve manufacturing, design and quality problems, and ensure the continuous, on-going improvement of processes and methods
Provides day-to-day guidance and oversight of subordinates; actively works to promote best practices, and manage / recognize performance
Assigns duties and monitors quality of work; assures staff conforms to organizational policies, departmental standard / procedures, and government regulations
Keeps up to date on overall activities of the team, identifying problem areas and taking corrective actions
Support the organization with sharing and implementing best practices across all locations
Drive continuous efficiency and effectiveness in day-to-day activities
Work Environment:
Safety (e.g., requires use of safety clothing, safety equipment):
Exposures (e.g., fumes, chemicals, vibrations, humidity, temperature, dust, noise etc.)
Lift and move a minimum of 5 pounds without assistance Work Environment This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office occasionally exposed to a variety of extreme conditions.
Travel Requirements:
Some travel may be required.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial Design, Mechanical Engineering or related field or relevant experience in lieu thereof
15+ years’ work experience.
A BSME and CAD proficiency with CREO
Hydraulic manifold design or complex layout design is preferred.
Firm understanding of drafting practices; working knowledge of geometric tolerance practices:
Knowledge of hydraulic principles strongly preferred
Basic understanding of valve types and functions; valve symbols and valve port logic.
Ability to plan, schedule, coordinate and problem solve effectively
Accurate and detail oriented, with the ability to follow through on tasks and objectives
Ability to function effectively as part of a team
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Strong critical thinking, problem-solving and analytical skills
Additional Information
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
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