Technical Design Manager
VIRA Insight - Grand Rapids, Michigan, us, 49528![VIRA Insight](/api/image?src=https%3A%2F%2Fgeneral-board-default.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fdesk-360x180.webp&w=640&q=75&f=webp)
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A selfless leader that operates as we, and not I.Delivers engineering direction to the team.Strong understanding of engineering and manufacturing in wood, steel, and plastics.High level of business acumen regarding key attributes of “winning”.Freight, value engineering, margin, and customer relationshipsAbility to use MRP system to populate information, assign tasks, track progress, and gather key metrics in support of development.Establish a partnership with sales development to jointly drive front line customer engagement in the client journey. Understand our customers’ needs and translate to solid creative and technical value for the client.Coordinate cross-functionally with marketing leadership to conceive and execute consistent, on-brand account development tools in the VIRA development process that lead to revenue generation.Work closely with engineering to efficiently evolve from technical design into manufacturing; use SolidWorks to develop concepts will be an integral part.Research customer objectives and merchandise presentation techniques to assist in the development of projects.Lead and develop the team in support of executing on deliverables for customers using strong design and technical skills.Sketching, 3D CAD, Rendering and 2D creative suites.Contribute to deliverables as a working manager at times when capacity is at a high.Responsible for 3D installation instructions and support of 2D.Value engineering of existing product offerings to improve margin.Performs other duties as needed and assigned.SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:
This position does have direct reports.POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
Foundation in engineering principles.Strong understanding of wood, metal, and plastics manufacturing.Proficient in word processing, spreadsheets, and database management programs specifically the Microsoft Office Suite: Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint.Good at drawing/mechanical drafting.Attention to detail.Practical, yet creative.REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor’s degree in industrial design, design engineering, engineering, product design, relevant field, or a combination of education and experience.Minimal (5) years of experience in product design and manufacturing.Minimal of (2) years of management experience.SolidWorks 3D CAD or other computer-aided industrial design (CAID) software.OTHER JOB REQUIREMENTS:
This position must be able to travel up to 10% of the time or as required.Frequently required to sit, stand, walk, talk, and hear.Must have a valid driver's license.Must be able to lift to 50 pounds, bend, and walk and climb stairs.The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.STATEMENT OF EMPLOYMENT
All employees of VIRA Insight are expected to:Act as an ambassador of and in accordance with the company’s Core Values.Adhere to the company’s Principles of Business and Conduct.Demonstrate good judgment and respect the confidentiality of company and personnel information.Deal professionally and courteously with all internal and/or external contacts.Seek guidance and direction as necessary in the performance of duties.EEO STATEMENT
VIRA Insight LLC is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, Aboriginal/Native American status or any other legally protected. Disability-related accommodations during the application process are available upon request.
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