Technical Team Lead

Spring Grove, IL

Position Summary:

The Technical Team Lead is responsible for planning, organizing, developing, and directing the equipment design Engineering Team to achieve company objectives related to the design of new equipment, improvement of existing equipment, innovation of manufacturing processes, project management, and backup support and troubleshooting for our Maintenance teams.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Supervise, lead, mentor, and develop the technical and soft skills of engineers within the department.
• Lead in determining the form, fit, function, and specification of all equipment design and components to meet manufacturing requirements.
• Responsible for directing research and development for new processes and equipment, considering function, budget, ROI, quality, and safety.
• Lead the design of mechanical layout of systems/components using SolidWorks part and assembly modeling.
• Ensure compliance with codes and perform analysis, validation, and due diligence to ensure design quality and personnel safety.
• Design and/or select components for machinery and review and direct others in mechanical and hydraulic aspects.
• Determine operating loads of equipment and size mechanical systems and components through comprehensive analysis.
• Select materials for components and review and detail all component and assembly drawings for manufacturing.
• Handle quoting and procurement of components, including putting together and/or reviewing necessary documents for manufacturing/assembly.
• Manage project budget, costs, contract development and review, ROI calculations, and communication of project updates/timelines.
• Provide guidance to production personnel on proper usage and maintenance practices of equipment and facilitate training.
• Collaborate with Maintenance and Production teams on improvements of existing equipment.
• Stay updated on technology advancements and develop business cases for investment when appropriate.
• Oversee the startup of new and updated equipment and provide troubleshooting support and technical training to Maintenance personnel.

Education, Skills, and Qualifications:

• BS in Engineering
• Master's Degree preferred
• Professional Engineering license, and/or 15 years experience in related field
• Proficient user of Finite Element Analysis (Structural linear FEA and CFD)
• Proficient in SolidWorks (Solid modeling) for parts, large assemblies, and drawings
• Strong skills in MS Office
• Hands-on individual proficient with troubleshooting skills on mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems
• Exhibits a high level of mechanical aptitude and creativity
• Expert in blueprint reading, tolerances, material selection, and manufacturing processes
• Excellent communication skills, organization, and attention to detail
• Excellent interpersonal skills with a strong history of leading and developing technical professionals
• Strong negotiation skills
• Project management skills