Director of Engineering – Program Team

Join Orange EV, a fast-growing manufacturer of electric vehicles that are better for the earth, people and the bottom line. Make a difference for the world as part of a company leading the electric vehicle revolution. 

Position Summary

Orange EV’s Engineering Team is comprised of a Components Team and a Program Management Team. The Engineering Director – Program Team has responsibilities for the Program Management Team and will plan, direct, coordinate, and oversee activities in the Engineering Program Team department ensuring the development and implementation of efficient Program Leadership, System Engineering, Product Testing and Program Management. The Engineering Director – Program Team will have responsibility for cost, quality, safety, profit, and all program deliverables.

Position Responsibilities

• Plans and directs the organization’s overall Engineering Program Team operations
• Oversees the preparation and final approval of vehicle and other project plans
• Conducts or acquires cost analysis for development projects; prepares or delegates preparation of schedule of project completion dates
• Provides technical direction and guidance for product development
• Ensures that projects are completed within budget and in an economical manner
• Establishes and implements the strategic direction of Orange EV’s engineering initiatives
• Collaborates with executive leadership to develop and meet organizational goals while supplying expertise and guidance on projects, operations, and systems
• Identifies, recommends, and implements new technologies and systems to improve organizational processes and decision-making
• Ensures that departmental decisions such as staffing, development, organization, hardware acquisitions, and facilities are in line with the organizations business plan and vision
• Establishes, communicates, and implements engineering and development policies, practices, standards, and security measures to ensure effective and consistent operations
• Establishes and administers the department budget
• Maintains knowledge of emerging technologies and trends in engineering and development related to the organizations industry
• Negotiates cost-effective contracts for the organization; coordinates and implements contractors work, and resolves any disputes over labor, scheduling, or payments

Position Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Extensive knowledge of engineering principles and procedures
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent time management skills
• Ability to prioritize multiple projects
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong supervisory and leadership skills
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering 
• At least ten years of successfully managing an engineering team

Ideal Candidates Will Also Have

• MBA preferred

Orange EV is an Equal Opportunity Employers and seek diversity in candidates for employment. 

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