Director of Engineering

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Wooster, OH, USA
In-Office
Senior level
Other • Biotech
The Role
Lead the Akron Brass product engineering function, managing design, re-engineering, manufacturing support, compliance, and engineering team development. Oversee new product introduction, process improvements, budget, and cross-functional collaboration to meet customer, schedule, quality, and cost goals.
Summary Generated by Built In

If you’re looking for a special place to build or grow your career, you’ve found it. Whether you’re an experienced professional, a recent college graduate or somewhere in between, IDEX is a place where you can apply your existing skills and learn new ones in an environment where you can make an impact.

With interesting opportunities in engineering, marketing, sales, supply chain, operations, HR, finance, and more across more than 40 diverse businesses around the globe, chances are, we have something special for you.

SUMMARY OF JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:      

Responsible for leading product engineering function of Akron Brass, including designing new product, re-engineering of existing product, operations support, product liability, and documentation and product structure control. 

 

REPORTS TO (Title):  

 Akron Brass Site Leader 

 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

  • Lead and develop the Engineering team; serve as the organization’s product design expert

  • Oversee engineering for new and existing products to meet customer, schedule, and cost requirements

  • Support manufacturing and operations with timely engineering solutions

  • Improve engineering processes for efficiency, accuracy, and cost reduction

  • Ensure compliance with mechanical specifications, ISO 9001:2015, and the Akron Brass Quality Manual

  • Manage shifting priorities and ensure deadlines are met

  • Stay current on industry trends and emerging technologies

  • Collaborate with cross‑functional teams on new product introduction and manufacturing readiness

  •   Plan and manage the Engineering budget and resource allocation

  • Foster a culture of creativity, innovation, and continuous improvement

  • Communicate critical quality, compliance, supply, and safety risks to leadership

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND REQUIRED ABILITIES: 

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field (Master’s preferred)

  • 5+ years of engineering or product development experience

  • 3+ years of managerial experience

  • Strong skills in GD&T, 3D CAD, FEA, and project management

  • Experience with CFD and multi‑disciplinary engineering (mechanical, electrical, hydraulic)

  • Knowledge of Lean Six Sigma and continuous improvement practices

  • Excellent communication, technical writing, and presentation skills

  • Ability to work cross‑functionally and adapt to changing priorities

  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: 

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field (Master’s preferred)

  • 5+ years of engineering or product development experience

  •   3+ years of managerial experience

    WORK ENVIRONMENT: 

    • Office role with 25% of time spent in lab environment.  

    • Limited travel. Some moderate lifting is required at times.  

    Are you ready to join a different kind of company where our people, our culture, and our commitments are centered around providing trusted solutions that improve lives around the world?

    IDEX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. IDEX gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other consideration or protected category made unlawful by federal, state or local laws.

    Attention Applicants:  If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, please let us know. Likewise, if you are limited in the ability to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, we will determine an alternate way for you to apply. Please contact our Talent Acquisition Team at [email protected] for assistance with an accommodation. These contact tools may be used only by individuals with a disability for accommodation requests. Do not inquire as to the status of an application.

    Skills Required

    • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field
    • Master's degree in Engineering or related field
    • 5+ years of engineering or product development experience
    • 3+ years of managerial experience
    • Strong skills in GD&T
    • 3D CAD proficiency
    • FEA experience
    • Project management skills
    • Experience with CFD
    • Multi-disciplinary engineering experience (mechanical, electrical, hydraulic)
    • Knowledge of Lean Six Sigma and continuous improvement practices
    • Excellent communication, technical writing, and presentation skills
    • Proficiency with Microsoft Office
    • Ability to work cross-functionally and adapt to changing priorities

    IDEX Corporation Compensation & Benefits Highlights

    The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about IDEX Corporation and has not been reviewed or approved by IDEX Corporation.

    • Retirement Support Employer savings design combines a 401(k) match with an additional company-funded defined contribution based on age and service. Automatic enrollment and contribution escalation further reinforce long‑term savings participation.
    • Healthcare Strength Medical, dental, and vision coverage offer multiple plan tiers with day‑one eligibility and national/regional carrier options. Wellness incentives, HSAs/FSAs, and an EAP extend the health and wellbeing offering.
    • Strong & Reliable Incentives Performance‑linked bonuses are a recurring component of pay, with instances of outcomes above target. A stated pay‑for‑performance approach supports the role of incentives in total compensation.

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    The Company
    Northbrook, IL
    2,112 Employees

    What We Do

    IDEX (NYSE: IEX) is a company that has undoubtedly touched your life in some way. In fact, IDEX businesses make thousands of products that are mission-critical components in everyday activities. Chances are the car you’re driving has a BAND-IT® clamp holding your side airbag safely in place. If you were ever in a car accident, a Hurst Jaws of Life® rescue tool may have saved your life. If you or a family member is battling cancer, your doctor may have tested your DNA in a quest to find the best targeted medicine for you. It’s likely your DNA test was run on equipment that contains components made by our growing IDEX Health & Science team.

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