Design Manager

ResponsibilitiesAssist in developing new market strategies -- Glass, Aluminum, and Steel projectsWork with Architects on designs and pricing to obtain Design Assist Projects and Basis of Design specification.Sell Linel products to GCs and GlaziersEvaluate and Design new glass and metal products to enhance and complement Linel's productsTest new designs, and support our staff for successful test completionEducate Sales Representatives on new and existing productsAdvise the Estimating group on bidding and pricing strategiesReview and compare the competition on sales and products developmentReview shop drawings and assist Engineers/drafters with problem solvingSupport in the design of manufacturing needs such as specialty tooling, paint line improvements, fabrication machine processing improvements, etc.Develop ideas for product manufacturing improvement and cost savingsDesign and develop ways to make installing product easier and saferWork with Project Managers on the critical needs of special projectsAssist Project Managers in decision making and problem solvingHelp Installers design brackets, lifting hoists and miscellaneous items to keep costs down and to improve competitivenessCreate Custom Solutions and understanding structural calculationsCoaching and MentoringTechnical documentation and specificationsRequirements:Master's degree, or Bachelor's degree in engineeringProfessional Engineering (PE) Certification Preferred10 Years Design and Bidding a projects including Structural Loading and CalculationsExperience with Slope Glazing