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Craftsmen Industries custom manufactures unique specialty trailers and vehicles and large format printed elements for experiential marketing and industrial solutions for brands across the industry spectrum including Boeing, PepsiCo, and Anheuser-Busch. We pride ourselves on creating our products fully in-house from initial design and engineering to fabrication and the finishing touches of graphics and paint.
Our Craftsmen team includes one subsidiary, Schantz Manufacturing. Schantz focuses on custom manufacturing of concession trailers for the fair and festival industry.
Guided by our values, we BUILD by helping bring ideas to life in a dynamic and collaborative environment and we're looking for talented individuals to grow with us!
What Do We Offer?

• Benefits including but not limited to Medical, Dental and Vision.
• Career development opportunities.
• 401(k) Match and Much More!
• Competitive compensation.

Position Title: Director Engineering
Location: St. Charles, MO
The Director of Engineering basic responsibilities include development and execution of process improvements, supervise projects, serve as technical sales and project estimating reference, and facilitate the performance and development of direct reports within the Engineering/Design department.
Primary Responsibilities

• Assists Sales and Estimating departments .
• Monitors designs for safety and warranty considerations.
• Develop and implement strategies and tactical actions to support customer and business objectives.
• Research and develop company product lines and opportunities.
• Development and execution of plans resulting in process improvements.
• Oversees the full scope of project timeliness and financials.
• Oversees employee onboarding, training, performance and development.

Required Skills

• Proficiency in electrical design, schematics, troubleshooting, control systems, hydraulics, and plumbing.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to simultaneously organize and successfully execute multiple project responsibilities.
• BS in Engineering or related field.
• Proficient in all business segments.
• Proficient in all project management fundamentals.
• Strong proficiency in design validation, simulation, wind safety and Solidworks.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with knowledge and experience working with common hand and machine shop tools.
• 7+ years of project management and direct supervisory experience.
• Demonstrate ability to mentor, grow, and develop others.

Preferred

• MBA or Masters degree in Engineering or related field.

Physical Requirements

• Required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms.
• Sit for long periods of time.
• Vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus.

Craftsmen Industries (and its subsidiaries) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This means that we consider all applicants for employment and employees eligible for employment without regard to race, marital status or civil union status, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, mental or physical disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, and/or any other characteristic protected by law. We also provide reasonable accommodations to our applicants and employees with disabilities in order to assist them in the performance of their essential job functions.
To learn more visit www.craftsmenind.com or www.schantzmfg.com.