Design Manager Jobs in Savannah, GA

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Manage projects in the design of complex parts and assemblies using Catia or other tools as needed with minimal guidance from management.
• Understand stress/thermal analysis on parts and complex assemblies using classical and numerical FEA methods.
• Understand monitor and report results of all small-scale tests as well as large scale tests.
• Travel to manufacturing plants to assist implementation of new designs and processes.
• Work with vendors to obtain required materials.
• Meet with customers and make presentations with minimal support from Sales personnel.
• Supervise and mentor Design Engineers on large projects.
• Write material specifications.
• Use product and market knowledge to propose new methods, materials, and products.
• Maintain technical competency.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering, Mechanic Engineering Technology, or equivalent.
• Experience: Minimum 10-15 years experience in highway trailer engineering (or equivalent). In depth producut and overall market knowledge as well as originality and creativity are expected
• Skills: Ability to manage a cross-functional team with multiple concurrent projects, works with other departments, make reports to Management, and meet un-supervised with customers.
• Engineering capabilities expected of a graduate engineer plus ability to manage engineering teams.
• Ability to motivate teams to meet goals on schedule and manage multiple projects with frequent changes need and priority.
• Travel: Approximately 2-5 days per month.

• Competitive compensation
• Benefits, including but not limited to dental, vision, and medical with employer contributions
• Retirement programs, including a Pension Plan and 401(k) Plan with employer match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid holidays and vacation
• And more!