Hardware Engineering Director jobs in Saint Paul, MN

If you have passion for hardware design, innovation, and leading others, then we have a great opportunity for you with our Industrial Controls team! We're seeking an Engineering Supervisor to oversee all aspects of hardware design, lead a talented team, and collaborate internally and externally to deliver electrical systems design.

Responsibilities

The responsibilities of the Engineering Supervisor include but are not limited to the following:

• Lead and manage a team of hardware controls engineers and CAD personnel, assign tasks, monitor progress, hire and onboard, conduct performance reviews, and provide development opportunities and coaching.
• Oversee all aspects of the hardware controls engineering function, ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and meet quality standards.
• Promote a positive safety culture and ensure adherence to safety protocols and procedures in the design, installation, and maintenance of hardware control systems.
• Identify and manage risks associated with hardware controls engineering projects.
• Facilitate the development and documentation of standard engineering processes.
• Lead planning meetings to assign team members to projects.
• Participate in the design, selection, and specification of hardware components for control systems.
• Review and approve control system designs and schematics for functionality, safety, and compliance with standards.
• Collaborate with other engineering functions to ensure successful integration of hardware controls systems.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex hardware control system problems.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the hardware controls engineering team.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with vendors and suppliers of hardware control components.
• Stay up-to-date on the latest advancements in hardware controls technology and industry standards.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of departmental goals and objectives.
• Champion Egan’s Mission, Vision, and Values; lead by example.

Position Requirements

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in a relevant engineering field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 7 years of experience in hardware controls engineering.

Qualifications

• Experience in the electrical controls industry in engineering, project management and/or engineering sales experience.
• Ability to lead a team of over 10 individuals and work collaboratively with leaders and others within and outside the Industrial Controls group.
• Knowledge of safety regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Team oriented and an effective communicator.
• Ability to understand prints and build specifications and complete tasks with limited supervision.
• Ability to foresee events and anticipate changes in conditions and operations to the greatest extent possible and react to these appropriately.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office products and Google Suite applications.
• Willingness to occasionally travel overnight and out of state.

OUR SUCCESS IS SHAPED BY THE STRENGTH OF OUR TEAM

At Egan, our shared passion and pride are redefining the industry standard of customer care. We work together to promote teamwork, embrace innovation, act with integrity, pursue growth, and stay safe. We are committed to providing the growth opportunities in which our employees and customers are looking.

From general contractors and architects to building owners and facility engineers, Egan Company collaborates throughout the entire construction or project process with the shared goal of maintaining best-in-class relationships with our internal teams, customers, and business partners. At nearly 1,000 employees occupying our offices and work-sites, we aim to ensure every project is done with quality craftsmanship, integrity, and an aggressive commitment to safety. In fact, we’re proud to be recognized as one of America's Safest Companies for recurring years.

Egan Company is one of the largest, multi-trade, specialty construction contractors and system integrators in the Midwest. We provide in-house expertise in planning, design, engineering, construction, and maintenance by representing over 15 skilled trade unions serving virtually every infrastructure discipline in the industry. Core services include: mechanical, electrical, engineering & design, curtain wall/glazing/panel systems (InterClad), millwrights, fabrication, building systems, controls & system integration, and service.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS AND EMPLOYMENT PRACTICES

Egan Company is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, and status with regard to public assistance, protected veteran status, familial status, or other characteristic protected by law.

We do not accept application materials by mail or email except as a reasonable accommodation for qualified disabled applicants. Individuals who are unable to use our online process due to a disability should email recruiting@eganco.com.

Creating and maintaining a safe and drug-free working environment is important to all of us. Employment with Egan requires successful completion of a pre-employment substance abuse test and a background check. We also participate in E-Verify.