As a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdings—which is backed by Berkshire Hathaway—you’ll be doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. We’re committed to making a positive impact on the world, providing you with diverse learning and working opportunities, and fostering a culture where everyone’s empowered to be their best.
Position Summary
The Director of Engineering is responsible for the execution of technical initiatives to meet current and long-range business plans as defined by TSE Brakes Leadership. This position is also responsible for the development and support of TSE Brakes products by providing technical expertise to the following: sales and marketing, customers and end users, product support for manufacturing and purchasing.
- Product Lifecycle Management: Lead the development, validation, and launch of new product lines, including the oversight of DVP&R protocols and field evaluations.
- Commercial Support: Partner with Sales and Marketing to translate technical data into commercial advantages and provide high-level field support during post-launch phases.
- Testing & Data Integrity: Manage all product testing procedures and equipment to ensure data accuracy and compliance with industry standards.
- Technical Authority: Serve as the primary subject matter expert (SME) for TSE Brakes products for both internal teams and external customers/end-users.
- Quality & Compliance: Direct the company’s Total Quality Management (TQM) activities and maintain a leadership role in ISO-9001 registration and compliance.
- Strategic Alignment: Champion Marmon’s LEAN and Strategic Marketing Plan (SMP) initiatives within the engineering and quality departments.
- Team Leadership: Supervise and mentor Technical and Quality personnel, ensuring departmental alignment with company policies and performance benchmarks.
- Leadership: Proven ability to manage technical teams and drive cross-functional collaboration.
- Communication: Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
- Industry Expertise: Deep knowledge of commercial highway vehicle braking systems and related regulatory environments.
- Technical Fluency: Advanced technical aptitude and proficiency with modern engineering software.
- 6–10 years of progressive engineering experience within the automotive or commercial vehicle industry.
- At least 3 years in a management or high-level project leadership capacity.
- Standard office environment with prolonged periods of desk-based work.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and navigate manufacturing/testing environments (stooping, kneeling, standing).
- Domestic and international travel required based on business needs (approx. 5–10%).
The Perks & Payoff!
The best part? Your coverage starts on DAY 1. No waiting periods, just immediate peace of mind.
- Top-Tier Health: Choose from three different BCBS of IL Medical plans to fit your lifestyle, plus Dental and Vision coverage.
- Your Future, Funded: 401K with a company match—and you are vested immediately (your money is yours from the start!).
- Total Protection: Free Basic Life Insurance for you, plus voluntary options for your spouse and kids.
- Safety Net: Access to Aflac (Critical Illness, Hospital, Accident) and both Short/Long-term Disability.
- Rest & Recharge: Enjoy 10 Paid Holidays per year, plus dedicated Vacation and Personal Sick Time.
- Level Up Your Skills: We invest in you with our Educational Reimbursement Program.
- Total Wellbeing: Free access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for when life gets complicated.
The company has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by managers as deemed appropriate.
TSE Brakes is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, creed, religion, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition as defined by applicable state law, genetic information, marital status, familiar status, sex, equal pay, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy,
childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, transgender status, age, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to their membership in any protected class. If you require any reasonable accommodation to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process, please email your request to [email protected], and please be sure to include the title and the location of the position for which you are applying.
What We Do
Marmon Holdings, a Berkshire Hathaway company, comprises more than 120 autonomous businesses serving diverse industries and markets worldwide
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