Engineering Director AMS (MD&I)

Job Description

• The Engineering Director for Manufacturing Design & Implementation (MD&I) in AMS is responsible for leading the regional engineering team at our factories in Monterrey (MX) and Richmond (US). This team consists of project managers and technology managers focused on global technology implementation within moulding and internal material logistics. The Director will oversee the execution of regional technology projects in collaboration with Global Teams and local Operations. This position collaborates with the Sr. Director of MD&I and works alongside 7 peers in the leadership team, covering all manufacturing sites globally.

What your day will look like:

• Lead and handle the regional engineering team in Monterrey (MX) and Richmond (US), encouraging a collaborative and high-performance culture.
• Supervise the successful delivery of engineering projects, ensuring they meet quality, time, and budget requirements.
• Serve as the vital link between regional and global leaders, driving effective communication and collaboration within our leadership team and across projects.
• Mentor and develop engineering talent within the team, promoting professional growth and skill improvement.
• Lead team member relationships, including factory management, suppliers, and external partners, to support project success.
• Supervise and report on project progress, risks, and performance metrics to senior leadership.
• Champion innovation and technology adoption to enhance operational efficiency.

Are you up for the challenge?

• Experience as Engineering Director or similar, with experience in a leadership position in a maufacturing or industrial environment.
• Project Management: Proven track record of optimally leading and delivering complex engineering projects on time and within budget.
• Technical Expertise: Strong understanding of engineering technologies and processes, with shown experience in the implementation of innovative solutions and systems across various projects. Preferable within moulding, Logistics, and automation
• Global Collaboration: Experience working in a global organization, with the ability to optimally collaborate with multi-functional teams across different regions.
• Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a proactive approach to identifying and addressing challenges.
• Change Management: Experience in inspiring change and continuous improvement initiatives within an engineering or manufacturing context.
• Digital Transformation: Experience with digital tools and technologies, such as IoT, AI, or data analytics, that can improve engineering processes

Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis. However, please note we do amend or withdraw our jobs and reserve the right to do so at any time, including prior to any advertised closing date. So, if you're interested in this role we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

What’s in it for you?

Here are some of what to expect:

Family Care Leave – We offer enhanced paid leave options for those important times.

Insurances – All colleagues are covered by our life and disability insurance which provides protection and peace of mind.

Wellbeing – We want you to be your best self, so you’ll have access to the Headspace App and lots of wellbeing initiatives and programs run by local teams where you are based

Colleague Discount – We know you'll love to build so from day 1 you will qualify for our generous colleague discount.

Bonus – We do our best work to succeed together. When goals are reached and if eligible, you'll be rewarded through our bonus scheme

Your workplace – When you join the team you'll be assigned a primary workplace location i.e. one of our Offices, stores or factories. Our hybrid work policy means an average of 3 days per week in the office. The hiring team will discuss the policy and role eligibility with you during the recruitment process.

We strive to create a diverse, dynamic and inclusive culture of play at the LEGO Group, where everyone feels safe, valued and they belong.
 
The LEGO Group is highly committed to equal employment opportunity and equal pay and seeks to encourage applicants from all backgrounds (eg. sex, gender identity or expression, race/ethnicity, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, age, religion and Veteran status) to apply for roles in our team.

We support our employees in being there for the moments that matter in life and celebrate families of all kinds, the loved ones that make us who we are. Being part of the LEGO Group also means taking part in our annual Play Day, playing a part in building a sustainable future and continuing our mission to “inspire and develop the builders of tomorrow.”
                                                                                                                                             
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We conduct drug screening as a part of our drug free workplace policy and in support of our commitment to the health and safety of our employees.

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