Engineering Manager (Lyndhurst, NJ)

Akkodis is seeking an experienced Engineering Manager to join a top AV Integrator in the NYC area for a full-time position.

This is a Direct Hire position - Must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Cannot offer sponsorship.

Location: Hybrid on-site in New York City (near Grand Central Station) - no relo assistance.

Compensation: $140-150K plus 10% bonus

Title: Engineering Manager

Description

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Build and lead an agile and responsive team

Develops and drives a culture of performance management and accountability

Manage and resolve issues brought forth by the engineering team members

Mentors and is engaged in the personal development of the engineering team to ensure ongoing growth of technical, organizational and management skills

Regularly communicates by using but not limited to, daily huddles with the engineering team to ensure consistency and to ensure timely and accurate completion of engineering tasks

Leads the engineering team with a positive attitude that is in alignment with teamwork, mission, vision and values of the organization

Plans and implements engineering programs, including defining project philosophy, activities, milestones, and staff requirements in accordance with customer requirements

Assist in establishing departmental goals, objectives and operating procedure

Frequent Spot checks of teams work to ensure accuracy and adherence to all company standards

Call and run lessons learned meetings as necessary

Review pre-construction design and documentation

Assist with technical design and pricing as needed

Customer liaison for engineering inquiries

Meet with vendors/prospective vendors to help evaluate products

Post sales project consultation

Review project designs created by internal and external resources

Review hour estimation for work based on needs analysis, scope of work and bid requirements

Identify special requirements for projects, including but not limited to: test equipment, specialized tools and rigging support

Provide feedback to corporate and development management on process improvement opportunities and facilitate process improvement

Review/test audio DSP as required to ensure proper functionality as specified

Monitor and ensure labor expenditures do not exceed department budget

Manage internal activities that support client training

Manage or facilitate field testing of integrated systems and training client on use

Remain abreast of A/V advances in the field and be able to identify areas of use in the organization

Translate customer requirements into functional system designs

Create and maintain technical documentation in accordance with company guidelines

Contribute to improving process workflows and maintaining system administration

Maintain scheduling and resources for the department

Skills and Abilities:

Proven ability to significantly contribute toward or lead operation initiatives with a results-oriented approach

Demonstrated leadership and management skills in a team-oriented, collaborative environment

Proven ability to mentor, educate, and develop members of the team

Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with all levels of the organization

Understanding of engineering aspects of audiovisual systems design and installation preferred

Ability to motivate and effectively lead large project teams comprised of technical, administrative, and engineering personnel

Ability to direct a team towards a cohesive set of strategic objectives and maintain efficient timelines in the completion of tasks

Understanding of construction project management applied to audiovisual projects

Proficient with test and calibration equipment preferred

Ability to work and think independently and ensuring to meet deadlines

Must have clear and professional communication skills both internally and externally

Demonstrated customer service focus and client communication skills

Ability to read and interpret electronic schematics and architectural blueprints

Education and/or Experience:

Minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent is required, B.S. degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering, Computer Science or related field is preferred

At least 6 years of A/V experience with 1 years of Management experience preferred

Capability of managing multiple-million-dollar budget integration projects simultaneously

Demonstrated leadership and management skills in a team-oriented, collaborative environment

Experience operating a complex matrix business environment is desirable

Experience with planning, implementing and managing the activities of an engineering workforce through recruiting, training, scheduling and best practive techniques

Excellent PC skills, proficient in Microsoft applications including MS Project

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Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, an EAP program, commuter benefits, and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable. Disclaimer: These benefit offerings do not apply to client-recruited jobs and jobs that are direct hires to a client.

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Engineering Manager

Full Time

Description

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Build and lead an agile and responsive team

Develops and drives a culture of performance management and accountability

Manage and resolve issues brought forth by the engineering team members

Mentors and is engaged in the personal development of the engineering team to ensure ongoing growth of technical, orgranizational and management skills

Regularly communicates by using but not limited to, daily huddles with the engineering team to ensure consistency and to ensure timely and accurate complettion of engineering tasks

Leads the engineering team with a positive attitude that is in alignment with teamwork, mission, vision and values of the organization

Plans and implements engineering programs, including defining prject philosphy, activities, milestones, and staff requirements in accordance with customer requirements

Assist in establishing departmental goals, objectives and operating procedure

Frequent Spot checks of teams work to ensure accuracy and adherence to all company standards

Call and run lessons learned meetings as necessary

Review pre-construction design and documentation

Assist with technical design and pricing as needed

Customer liaison for engineering inquiries

Meet with vendors/prospective vendors to help evaluate products

Post sales project consultation

Review project deisgns created by internal and external resources

Review hour estimation for work based on needs analysis, scope of work and bid requirements

Identify special requirements for projects, including but not limited to: test equipment, specialized tools and rigging support

Provide feedback to corporate and development management on process improvement opportunities and facilitate process improvement

Review/test audio DSP as required to ensure proper functionality as specified

Monitor and ensure labor expenditures do not exceed department budget

Manage internal activities that support client training

Manage or facilitate field testing of integrated systems and training client on use

Remain abreast of A/V advances in the field and be able to identify areas of use in the organization

Translate customer requirements into functional system designs

Create and maintain technical documentation in accordance with company guidelines

Contribute to improving process workflows and maintaining system administration

Maintain scheduling and resources for the department

Skills and Abilities:

Proven ability to significantly contribute toward or lead operation initiatives with a results-oriented approach

Demonstrated leadership and management skills in a team-oriented, collaborative environment

Proven ability to mentor, educate, and develop members of the team

Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with all levels of the organization

Understanding of engineering aspects of audiovisual systems design and installation preferred

Ability to motivate and effectively lead large project teams comprised of technical, administrative, and engineering personnel

Ability to direct a team towards a cohesive set of strategic objectives and maintain efficient timelines in the completion of tasks

Understanding of construction project management applied to audiovisual projects

Proficient with test and calibration equipment preferred

Ability to work and think independently and ensuring to meet deadlines

Must have clear and professional communication skills both internally and externally

Demonstrated customer service focus and client communication skills

Ability to read and interpret electronic schematics and architectural blueprints

Education and/or Experience:

Minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent is required, B.S. degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering, Computer Science or related field is preferred

At least 6 years of A/V experience with 1 years of Management experience preferred

Capability of managing multiple-million-dollar budget integration projects simultaneously

Demonstrated leadership and management skills in a team-oriented, collaborative environment

Experience operating a complex matrix business environment is desirable

Experience with planning, implementing and managing the activities of an engineering workforce through recruiting, training, scheduling and best practive techniques

Excellent PC skills, proficient in Microsoft applications including MS Project

Working Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accomodations may be made to enable inidividuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This job operates in a professional office environment. This role uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. The work environment is generally moderate in noise.

AVI-SPL is an Equal Opportunity Employer/AA/Disabled/Veteran Protected VEVRAA Federal Contractor

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

The California Fair Chance Act

Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance

Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Pay Details: $140,000.00 to $150,000.00 per year

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.