Dir - Engineering

About us:  At Plexus, our vision is to help create the products that build a better world.  Driven by a passion for excellence, we partner with leading Aerospace/Defense, Healthcare/Life Sciences and Industrial companies to design, manufacture and service some of the world’s most transformative products, including advanced surgical systems, diagnostic instruments, healthcare imaging equipment, mission critical aerospace systems, and electric vehicle (EV) charging solutions. VisitPlexus.com to learn more about our unwavering commitment to our vision. 

When we invest in our people, we invest in building a better world. 

With a vision rooted in the wellbeing and inclusive engagement of our team members, our customers, their end users and our communities, people are the heart of what we do and who we are. It is our values that unite us and guide us in everything that we do, including how we operate, behave and interact to foster a workplace where every team member feels valued and empowered to contribute their best.  

Our values include: Growing our People, Building Belonging, Innovating Responsibly, Delivering Excellence and Creating Customer Success. 

As a team member, you will engage in impactful work through global collaboration and the use of emerging technologies, join an inclusive culture where every team member is valued and working toward a greater purpose, and be empowered to reach your full potential through various development programs designed to accelerate your growth. 

Plexus offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support team members' wellbeing, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, retirement savings, and opportunities for professional development. We also prioritize work-life balance and offer a variety of perks to enhance the team member experience.  For more information, visit our US benefits website atusbenefits.plexus.com. Our commitment to pay range transparency fosters an equitable workplace, where everyone can feel valued. The annual compensation range for this position is stated below. The salary offered within this range will be based upon the geographic location, work experience, education, licensure requirements and/or skill level. Salary Range:

Purpose Statement:  Manage the Design Center, Engineering, and Functional Management staff. Work closely with the Senior Site Director and other directors on quality, P&L, budgeting, staffing, training, etc. Work in cooperation with other Design Center leaders to effectively and appropriately utilize all resources throughout PLXS-ENG.

Key Job Accountabilities:

• Ensures quality is built into our products by owning the quality system, design processes, and ensuring technical success.
• Facilitates cross-design center work sharing to ensure company goals and customer needs are met.
• Defines and drives the engineering vision for the company including defining and balancing the need for technology advancement, resource planning, capital budgets, and succession planning in order to support our customers and exceed our enduring goals.
• Ensures the technical success of projects and effectively manages variable and fixed costs (e.g. training, contractors, etc.) to maximize profitability.
• Provides business development support including Plexus capability presentations, business and technical discussions, the customer experience tour, and defining/executing strategies on how to win business.
• Responsible to exemplify and hold their team accountable to demonstrating the Plexus Core Values. Leader will focus on evaluating potential, driving succession planning, and ensuring their employees receive the development and coaching required to realize their full potential.

Education/Experience Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree required with 10 or more years of related experience preferred.

Other Qualifications:  

• Intermediate Computer Skills
• Advanced Decision making, Problem Solving Skills
• Advanced Verbal and Written Communication Skills
• Possess a detailed understanding of Plexus TG development guidelines, budgeting, P&L, and management decision-making processes
• Possess strong knowledge in all appropriate technical disciplines as well as a good knowledge of test development and manufacturing
• Ability to work in a group environment
• Possess strong team building skills
• Possess good management skills and knowledge of management principles
• Possess good organizational, presentation and leadership skills
• Ability to handle demanding schedules
• Possess conflict resolution and negotiation skills
• Ability to multitask
• General office equipment and materials

This document does not represent a contract of employment and is not intended to capture every possible assignment the incumbent could be asked to perform.

We are pleased to provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities or special requirements.  If you need an application accommodation, please contact us by email atGHQ.TA@plexus.com. Please include your contact information and clearly describe how we can help you. This email is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Some offers of employment are contingent upon successfully passing a drug screen and/or background check.