Engineering Manager

Manages, plans, organizes and coordinates the activities of assigned engineering group. Fosters the development of new manufacturing technologies, process / continuous improvement initiatives, new product ideas/concepts/designs, test & validation and cost reduction programs for new and existing engine/product programs.Job ResponsibilitiesSupports and guides product engineering teams in ongoing development within their assigned areaSupervises and coordinates product research, testing, design and development if applicablePromotes the New Product Development process and ensures consistent useInterfaces with customers regarding part and product design, manufacturing and quality control issues, which fosters relationshipsMaintains knowledge of regulatory requirementsReports regularly on project status, ensures budgets are on track, manages customer satisfaction data and other staff activitiesDevelops and initiates new technologies, process improvement initiatives and cost reduction programsProposes business solutions related to product safety initiatives, annual strategic/situational planning, long-term planning and supplier relationship agreementsPerforms full range of managerial responsibilities which may include but not be limited to: interviewing, hiring, coaching and developing employees; planning, assigning and directing work; EEO/AA, performance management, department budgetPerforms other duties as assignedJob Skills RequirementsDemonstrates knowledge of engineering, testing and manufacturing processes related to product and/or manufacturing processesAbility to effectively solve problems with diverse groups of peopleStrong interpersonal, written communication and problem solving skills to effectively interface with engineers, managers and customersWell-developed leadership and planning skills as well as the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneouslyFundamental knowledge of statistics and reliability conceptsStrong team building skillsAbility to develop and coordinate activities of others and to focus on major project resources to ensure assignments are completed accurately, on time, and on budgetFluent in English and primary language used in area of responsibility and/or locationEducationBachelor's Degree in Engineering or related field, or equivalent education and experienceExperience RequirementsSeven years of engineering experiencePrior management or supervisory experiencePhysical & Environmental RequirementsDomestic and/or international travel as required up to 10%Briggs & Stratton, headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, provides innovative products and diverse power solutions to help people get work done. Briggs & Stratton is the world’s largest producer of engines for outdoor power equipment, and is a leading designer, manufacturer and marketer of lithium-ion battery, standby generator, energy storage system, lawn and turf care products through its Briggs & Stratton®, Vanguard®, Ferris®, Billy Goat®, and Branco® brands. Briggs & Stratton products are designed, manufactured, marketed and serviced in more than 100 countries on six continents.Briggs & Stratton is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity. The Company conducts all employment practices without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran's status, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation or any other basis prohibited by law. Briggs & Stratton also undertakes affirmative action to assure equal employment opportunity for minorities and women, for persons with disabilities, and for protected veterans.