Woodward, Inc

Engineering Manager - Test Equipment

Woodward, Inc$113K — $181K *
Niles, IL 60714In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field required
  • Minimum 10 years of experience in management and engineering roles
  • Strong technical and operational problem-solving abilities
  • Experience in financial management and budget oversight
  • Ability to adapt plans based on operational demands

Responsibilities

  • Lead and direct a team of engineering professionals toward operational goals
  • Conduct performance appraisals and manage hiring processes
  • Develop departmental plans to meet resource and operational challenges
  • Identify and resolve technical issues impacting the department
  • Collaborate with other departments to align engineering initiatives with business objectives

Benefits

  • Annual cash bonus opportunity for all members
  • 401(k) match of 4.5%
  • Annual stock contribution of 5%
  • Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities
  • Industry-leading medical, dental, and vision insurance from day one
  • 12 paid holidays including floating holidays
  • Comprehensive vacation and sick leave policies
  • Paid parental leave and adoption assistance
  • Employee assistance program with mental health support
  • Various voluntary benefits including insurance discounts and legal assistance
Full Job Description
Woodward supports our members' wellbeing and regularly benchmarks with other companies in our industry to offer an extensive Total Reward package for this position. Salary will be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.

Estimated annual base pay: $113,000 (minimum) - $147,000 (midpoint) - $181,000 (maximum)
  • All members included in annual cash bonus opportunity.
  • 401(k) match (4.5%)
  • Annual Woodward stock contribution (5%)
  • Tuition reimbursement and Training/Professional Development opportunities for all members
  • 12 paid holidays, including floating holidays.
  • Industry leading medical, dental, and vision Insurance upon date of hire
  • Vacation / Sick Time / Vacation Buy-up / Short Term Disability / Bereavement leave.
  • Paid parental leave.
  • Adoption Assistance
  • Employee Assistance Program, including mental health benefits.
  • Member Life & AD&D / Long Term Disability / Member Optional Life
  • Member referral bonus
  • Spouse / Child Optional Life / Optional AD&D / Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending
  • Voluntary benefits, including:
    • Home / Auto Insurance discounts
    • Whole Life Insurance / Critical Illness Insurance / Legal Assistance / Military Leave


Key Responsibilities:
  • Team Leadership: Oversees and directs a team of engineering professionals to achieve short term operational objectives and maintain high performance standards.
  • Performance Management: Conducts performance appraisals, manages hiring and termination processes, and implements training and development programs to enhance team skills.
  • Operational Planning: Develops and adapts departmental plans and priorities to address resource and operational challenges, ensuring the achievement of financial and operational goals.
  • Technical Problem Solving: Identifies and resolves technical and operational issues, considering their broader impact on the department and implementing effective solutions.
  • Cross Department Collaboration: Partners with other departments to integrate engineering initiatives with overall business objectives, ensuring seamless operational synergy.


Key Skills:
  • Leadership: Demonstrates the ability to lead and inspire engineering teams to achieve strategic and operational goals.
  • People Management: Expertise in hiring, training, performance evaluations, and employee development to build a high performing team.
  • Strategic Planning: Skilled in developing and adapting short term operational plans to meet organizational objectives.
  • Business Acumen: Understands how engineering functions integrate with overall business operations to drive success.
  • Technical Expertise: Provides advanced technical guidance and support to team members and stakeholders.
  • Problem Solving: Capable of identifying, analyzing, and resolving complex technical and operational issues effectively.
  • Financial Management: Manages budgets and financial resources to ensure the achievement of financial and operational targets.
  • Decision Making: Makes informed and policy driven decisions to navigate operational challenges and opportunities.
  • Interpersonal Influence: Effectively guides and influences team members and other stakeholders to adopt new perspectives and approaches.
  • Adaptability: Adjusts departmental plans and priorities in response to changing resources and operational demands.


Other Qualifications:
  • 4year Bachelors BS AND 10+ years equivalent experience in Management and Engineering.


This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). All applicants must be U.S. Persons within the meaning of the ITAR and EAR, or eligible to obtain all required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or the U.S. Department of Commerce. The ITAR defines a U.S. Person as a U.S. citizen or national, lawful permanent resident (i.e., 'Green Card holder'), or a protected person (e.g., asylee, or refugee).

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About Woodward, Inc

Woodward, Inc. is an independent designer, manufacturer, and service provider of control solutions for the aerospace and industrial markets. The company's innovative fluid, combustion, electrical, and motion control systems help customers offer cleaner, more reliable, and more efficient equipment. Woodward is headquartered in Fort Collins, Colorado, USA, and serves customers worldwide.
Learn more about Woodward, Inc
Size
7,200 employees
Market Cap
$5.6 billion
Industry
Net Income
$228.5 million
Founded
1870
5 Year Trend
+2.6%
Revenue
$2.3 billion
NASDAQ

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