Design Engineering Supervisor

Clopay Corporation

$88K — $105K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Associates degree (15+ years experience) or Bachelor's degree (10+ years experience) in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
  • Proficient in AutoDesk Inventor or similar 3D parametric modeling software.
  • Strong skills in Microsoft Office Suite.
  • High mechanical aptitude with a practical understanding of tools.
  • EIT or PE certification preferred.
  • Familiarity with motors and electrical control equipment preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Supervise and lead a team of design engineers on-site and remotely.
  • Support external customers alongside Sales and Technical Support Departments.
  • Handle special requests that fall outside standard engineering procedures.
  • Provide troubleshooting and installation assistance for customers in the field.
  • Maintain engineering standards through Engineering Change Orders (ECOs).
  • Expand product offerings through line extensions.
  • Collaborate with Production on Design for Manufacturing (DFM).
  • Work with Marketing teams to launch new product offerings effectively.
  • Create 3D models using CAD, employing various manufacturing materials.
  • Conduct compliance analysis on systems according to industry codes.
  • Identify cost-reduction opportunities and product improvements.
  • Engage in design reviews and collaborative brainstorming sessions.
  • Manage projects independently or with other design engineers.

Benefits

  • Health, Dental, and Vision insurance.
  • 401(k) retirement plan.
  • Life insurance coverage.
  • Short-term disability benefits.
  • Tuition reimbursement for ongoing education.
  • Paid vacation days.
  • Opportunities for professional growth within the organization.
Full Job Description
We currently have an opening for a Design Engineering Supervisor at our Mountaintop Facility.

Purpose: to lead a team of design staff, guide technical execution, and ensure project plans, products, or systems

meet quality, budget and safety standards

Responsibilities/Principal Duties:
  • Supervise team of design engineers both on-site and in remote locations.
  • Provide support for external customers in combination with the Sales and Technical Support Departments.
  • Complete Special Requests for jobs that cannot be processed within the scope of engineering standards and system programs.
  • Provide troubleshooting and installation support for customers and units in the field.
  • Maintain engineering standards and drawings through Engineering Change Orders (ECOs).
  • Complete line extensions to expand product offering.
  • Work with Production and Strategic Manufacturing on Design for Manufacturing (DFM).
  • Work with Strategic Marketing and Marketing to effectively launch new product offerings.
  • Use parametric CAD (Inventor) to create 3D models of parts and assemblies using a variety of manufacturing materials & processes including sheet metal, structural steel, welding, casting, and roll forming.
  • Perform various analysis on parts and systems for compliance to various codes including ASCE, AISC, IBC, and ACI.
  • Identify and implement cost reductions and product improvements.
  • Participate in design reviews and brainstorming activities with other design engineers.
  • Run and manage projects individually or in collaboration with other design engineers.

Job Requirements:
  • Associates (minimum 15 years of experience) or Bachelor's (minimum 10 years of experience) degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or other similar degree program
  • Proficient in AutoDesk Inventor or similar 3D parametric modeling software
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Product Suite
  • High Mechanical Aptitude
  • Working knowledge of hand tools and basic shop tools
  • EIT or PE preferred.
  • Working knowledge of motors and electrical control equipment preferred.


Clopay offers a great work environment and an excellent total compensation package including a competitive starting salary, Health, Dental, Vision, 401(k), life insurance, short-term disability, tuition reimbursement, paid vacation and most of all, opportunity to grow with our world-class organization.

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