Dorman Products

Engineering Group Lead

Dorman Products$95K — $115K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Proficient in SolidWorks, FEA, GD&T, and Microsoft Office Suite
  • Demonstrated leadership and team-building abilities
  • Familiar with automotive mechanical and electrical systems
  • Knowledge of manufacturing processes like machining and molding
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering
  • Over 5 years of engineering experience, preferably in design or manufacturing
  • Management experience with cross-functional teams is a plus

Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage design engineering team to meet goals
  • Mentor and coach team members for their professional growth
  • Conduct performance evaluations and set expectations for team
  • Ensure accuracy and completeness of CAD work and documentation
  • Collaborate with test engineers on validation plans for designs
  • Apply concurrent engineering techniques across projects
  • Communicate effectively within the team and with other departments

Benefits

  • Access to medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Basic life insurance coverage
  • Generous paid time off including sick/vacation and parental leave
  • Paid holidays and flexible floating holidays
  • 401k plan with company match and profit-sharing
  • Employee stock purchase plan at a discounted rate
Full Job Description
Job Summary

The Engineering Group Lead will be responsible for managing a team of Design Engineers working to design innovative, industry-leading products with superior quality and manufacturability in mind.

Primary Duties

  • Lead and manage a group of engineers, ensuring alignment with team goals and company objectives.
  • Provide mentorship, coaching, and career development for team members.
  • Perform regular performance evaluations, set clear expectations, and provide feedback to help engineers grow in their roles.
  • Ensure completeness and accuracy of all CAD work (your own as well as team members) and maintain well organized records; utilize 3D modeling software to produce new 3D models and drawings, and drawings or revised designs.
  • Work closely with test engineers to create appropriate test and validation plans for your and your team's designs.
  • Apply concurrent engineering techniques on all projects, and work and communicate closely with all team members from your group, other groups, and various other departments.


Qualifications

  • Thorough knowledge of SolidWorks, FEA, GD&T and Microsoft office products.
  • Strong leadership, team-building, and interpersonal skills.
  • Basic knowledge of automotive mechanical and electrical systems.
  • Understanding of manufacturing capabilities; i.e. machining, casting, molding, and electronics assembly.


Education / Experience

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering
  • 5+ years of Engineering experience, design or manufacturing preferred
  • Experience in managing a cross-functional team supporting design, quality, and manufacturing preferred.


The actual base pay offered to the successful candidate will depend on multiple factors, including but not limited to job-related knowledge and skills, experience, business needs, geographical location, and internal pay equity. Compensation decisions are made based on the specific facts and circumstances of each role and candidate.This role is also eligible for a bonus.

As a Dorman US contributor, you (and eligible dependents, as applicable) will have access to medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance, paid time off (sick/vacation), and Paid Parental Leave. U.S. employees are entitled to paid holidays, floating holidays, and paid time off starting in their first year of employment depending on hire date. You are also able to participate in our 401k retirement plan (with company match and profit-sharing) and Discounted Employee Stock Purchase Plan.

About Dorman Products

Dorman Products is a supplier of automotive replacement parts and fasteners. The company was founded in 1918 and is headquartered in Colmar, Pennsylvania. Dorman Products offers over 150,000 different products, including brake parts, engine parts, and suspension parts. The company sells its products through a variety of channels, including automotive parts retailers, warehouse distributors, and online retailers. Dorman Products has a market capitalization of over $3 billion and is listed on the NASDAQ stock exchange.
Learn more about Dorman Products
Size
3,360 employees
Market Cap
$2.5 billion
Industry
Net Income
$106.8 million
5 Year Trend
+9.4%
Revenue
$1 billion
NASDAQ

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