PME Director - job 1 of 2

Segula Technologies is an engineering group with a global presence, helping boost competitiveness within all of the major industrial sectors: automotive, aerospace & defence, energy, life sciences, naval and rail. Operating in more than 30 countries, with its 140 offices worldwide, the Group fosters a close relationship with its customers thanks to the expertise of its 15,000 talents. A leading engineering specialist placing innovation at the heart of its strategy, SEGULA Technologies conducts large-scale projects, ranging from studies to industrialisation and production.

Purpose of the Job

• Organize co-engineering and industrial development to optimize product and process design for manufacturability.
• Ensure the transferability of industrial activities using standard processes.
• Drive industrialization resources through various phases of production.
• Manage special processes and critical operations to ensure product safety and reliability.

Responsibilities

Tender Phase

• Define industrial assumptions in line with product range standards.
• Validate industrial cost quotations.

Project Execution Phase

• Implement standard processes and product solutions.
• Ensure manufacturability and transferability using validated technologies.
• Follow co-engineering methodologies to optimize development lead time and quality.
• Validate gate reviews and ensure conditions for serial production are met.
• Ensure timely and quality documentation and ERP data.
• Implement manufacturing equipment in compliance with EHS rules and project targets.
• Drive continuous improvement and support production.

Management of Resources

• Manage staff capacity and competencies.
• Control workload forecasts.
• Ensure EHS requirements are met.
• Participate in PME Networks and contribute to standard improvements.
• Encourage team participation in relevant networks.

Educational Requirements

• Technical education.
• Management skills.
• Proficiency in English (reading, writing, speaking).

Desired Knowledge/Experience

• 10 years of industrial experience, preferably in the railway industry.
• Team management skills.
• Technical experience in process engineering, manufacturing work instructions, line balancing, and Lean Manufacturing.
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP) for Bill of Materials, Routings, and Configuration follow-up.
• Knowledge of Quality and Health & Safety standards.

Behavioral Competencies

• Conscientious and committed.
• Team player with a spirit of "Team Trust Action."
• Decisive and able to make informed decisions.
• Ability to coach others.
• Self-motivated and able to inspire others.
• Logical, organized, and good communication skills.

• Position based in Plattsburgh, NY.
• Canadian citizenship is mandatory.
• Must be willing to commute daily to work location.