Engineering Manager

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Job Description:

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Position Summary:

Caterpillars Small Drivetrain (SDT) is a market leader in the design, development, sales and support of off-highway transmissions (50 kW / 67 hp to 135 kW / 180 hp) for Backhoe Loaders, Telescopic Material Handlers and Wheel Loaders, supplied internally and externally to original equipment manufacturers.

As an Engineering Manager you will be responsible for supervision and technical direction to a group of engineers and technical specialists engaged in design, development or research activities for transmissions and drivetrain components, focused on current product maintenance activities including such things as quality improvement, component cost reduction and localization, new features development and assembly line support. Reporting to this position are engineers and support personnel in several global locations. You will guide the team to solve complex technical problems through innovative solutions and support the development and execution of the product strategy, stay abreast of innovative technology, mentor and coach team members, and deepen your professional network. You will manage the section budget, forecast, and cost structure.

Job Duties/Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

• Lead a global team in transmission design and development work in support of quality improvement, cost reduction and new features development.
• Provide technical guidance and direction to initiate ideas and problem solve.
• Use foundational product development skills such as conceptual design, data analysis & extraction, and failure resolution & prevention.
• Manage staffing, development, and performance management programs for the team; motivate and develop project and team leaders.
• Collaborate closely with global cross functional project teams, other divisions/business units, suppliers, and internal and external customers.

• Support the development of the product strategy for transmission components and systems to support aftermarket, internal and external customer needs.

Degree Requirement
Degree required

Others:

Travel: up to 10% to include Global

Skill Descriptors
Decision Making and Critical Thinking :

Knowledge of the decision-making process and associated tools and techniques; ability to accurately analyze situations and reach productive decisions based on informed judgment.
Level Extensive Experience:
Differentiates assumptions, perspectives, and historical frameworks.
Evaluates past decisions for insights to improve decision-making process.
Assesses and validates decision options and points and predicts their potential impact.
Advises others in analyzing and synthesizing relevant data and assessing alternatives.
Uses effective decision-making approaches such as consultative, command, or consensus.
Ensures that assumptions and received wisdom are objectively analyzed in decisions.

Effective Communications :

Understanding of effective communication concepts, tools and techniques; ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas, information, and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviors.
Level Extensive Experience:
Reviews others writing or presentations and provides feedback and coaching.
Adapts documents and presentations for the intended audience.
Demonstrates both empathy and assertiveness when communicating a need or defending a position.
Communicates well downward, upward, and outward.
Employs appropriate methods of persuasion when soliciting agreement.
Maintains focus on the topic at hand.

Technical Excellence : Knowledge of a given technology and various application methods; ability to develop and provide solutions to significant technical challenges.
Level Extensive Experience:
Advises others on the assessment and provision of all technical solutions.
Engages appropriate subject matter resources to effectively resolve technical issues.
Mentors others to enhance their technical competence and its application to achieve more effective technical solutions.
Coaches others in promoting, defining, analyzing, and providing superior technical solutions to business problems.
Provides effective solutions to moderate technical challenges through strong technical competence, effectively examining implications of events and issues.
Assumes accountability for personal technical performance and holds others responsible for theirs.

Managing People :

Knowledge of processes involved in managing people; ability to lead successful teams, and diligently address issues related to performance and conflicts at the workplace.
Level Extensive Experience:
Anticipates and manages difficult interpersonal situations and conflicts; resolves them to mutual satisfaction.
Consults within the team; seeks inputs from subordinates and considers all views while making decisions.
Implements coaching and mentoring programs to ensure the holistic development of employees.
Monitors employee morale and satisfaction; recognizes employee contributions and achievements.
Regularly reviews employee performance and provides constructive feedback.
Works collaboratively with people from diverse backgrounds; understands their needs and perspectives.

Collaborating Globally :

Knowledge of effective collaboration techniques and ability to build networks with people from different countries and cultures, think and work with them to bring positive impact and flourishing business results.
Level Working Knowledge:
Shares information, thoughts and resources with other team members or colleagues.
Participates in brainstorming sessions to share new ideas and complete group tasks.
Recognizes and adapts to differences in background, culture, language and work style, when working with others.
Initiates communication with other individuals or teams to solve shared problems cooperatively.
Builds a network of colleagues from other areas with diverse expertise and capabilities.

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Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO).

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