Manager- Design Automation (Germantown/Atlanta)

TK Elevator is currently seeking an experienced Manager- Design Automation in Germantown, TN/Atlanta, GA. This role is responsible for the leading the design automation group, responsible for the automation of elevator component 3D models and 2D drawings. This includes vetting innovative ideas, product research, technical development, the creation of specifications, coordinating with manufacturing and supply chain partners, and collaborating with marketing and consumer services during execution. Managing employees and employee development are also requirements of this position. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Supports PLM in maintaining product roadmap in alignment with business objectives. Vets innovation ideas against business strategy, product roadmap, and resources. Introduces engineering tool enhancement and improvement ideas to IT and development partners. Supports PM in developing project budgets, schedules, and resource estimates. Supports product engineering in defining system parameters, product application, and system application rules. Manages design automation projects to drive Configure To Order (CTO) volume to manufacturing. Provides automation support to application engineering group for non-standard custom designed systems. Provides automation support to product engineering group for design validation. Supports global colleagues in adaptation of design automation tools, processes, and best practices. Performs hiring for design automation group. Manages design automation group and establishes/drives departmental KPI’s. Approves and monitors employee vacation time. Works with employees to produce individual development plans. Responsible for the assignment of resources to various projects. Performs employee performance reviews and initiates employee career advancement. Supports training of internal staff with a focus on areas vital to the department and product road map. Develops and promote department standards and processes for design automation and design support that ensures technical design concepts, specifications, requirements, etc are properly documented and controlled. Assists the IP Group to document and control Intellectual Property; including working with Legal Department on contract development with partners which protects thyssenkrupp' interests. Establishing quality standards and require supporting quality assurance standards from design, OEM and manufacturing partners. Understands strategic and competitive position in the market and deliver innovative experiences that are recognized as best-in-class. Maximizes efficiency in a constantly evolving environment where the process is fluid and creative solutions are the norm. Supports and promote all thyssenkrupp safety programs. Perform special projects and other duties as assigned.

Bachelors of Science degree in Engineering or equivalent professional knowledge required. 5+ years’ experience in a technical design, documentation, or automation role. 5+ years’ experience managing people and/or building cohesive teams. Must demonstrate a strong aptitude for basic programming and design principles. Must be able to communicate the department and product vision. Must have experience setting out the vision and roadmap for products. Exemplary judgment regarding product usability, customer expectations, and creative product tradeoffs. Excellent written and oral communication skills to present data and product recommendations to engineering and marketing/sales management. Strong leadership and team building skills. Experience in customer support or care preferred. Excellent proficiency using MS Office skills (PowerPoint, Word, Excel, Project or comparable Project Management Software). Exceptional time management and organizational skills with a keen attention to detail. Experience with Project Management Professional (PMP) processes highly desired.