Associate Director, Engineering

Job Description

The Associate Director of Engineering for the Centre of Excellence (CoE) will lead a team dedicated to driving innovation, developing best practices, and advancing engineering capabilities within the organisation. This role requires a strategic thinker with extensive engineering experience and a strong background in leadership, project management, and process improvement. The successful candidate will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure the delivery of high-quality engineering solutions that meet the needs of the business and its customers.

Key Responsibilities:

Leadership and Strategy Development:

• Develop and implement the strategic vision for the Engineering CoE to drive engineering excellence across the organisation.
• Lead, mentor, and manage a diverse team of engineers and technical experts to foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement
• Oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of engineering projects within the CoE.
• Ensure projects are completed on time, within scope, and within budget while meeting quality standards
• Promote a culture of continuous learning and professional development within the engineering team

Innovation and Best Practices:

• Identify, evaluate, and implement emerging technologies and engineering practices that will transform the organistion
• Promote efficiency and innovation and establish and maintain best practices for engineering processes, tools, and methodologies.

Collaboration and Communication:

• Collaborate with senior leadership and cross-functional teams to align engineering initiatives with business goals.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders to convey project status, challenges, and successes.

Performance Metrics and Reporting:

• Develop key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the effectiveness of the Engineering CoE and report on progress to senior management.
• Analyse performance data to identify areas for improvement and implement necessary changes.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Science, or a related field; a Master’s degree is desirable.
• Experience:
  • At least 8-10 years of experience in engineering, with a minimum of 5 years in a leadership role.
  • Proven experience in managing engineering projects and teams, preferably within a CoE environment.
• Technical Skills:
  • Strong knowledge of engineering principles, practices, and emerging technologies in the relevant field.
  • Familiarity with project management frameworks and methodologies (e.g., MPS, Continous Improvement Methodology, OnePMO).
• Soft Skills:
  • Demonstrate leadership and team management skills.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders.

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