Technical Director - Materials Engineering & Mechanical Testing bei Metcut

Technical Competency

• Maintain up-to-date knowledge and understanding in all areas of materials and materials behavior.  
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge in materials manufacturing and testing processes and techniques. 
• Analyze operations and provide direction and cost-effective suggestions for improving and aligning services to industry and customer needs through a continuous improvement methodology. The application of automation and modern digital technologies are expected to be a key part of solutions.  
• Represent Metcut to external organizations, technical forums, and public venues as needed.
• Provide project-level support when other internal engineering resources lack the capabilities to provide solutions and customer support.
• Define, communicate, and enforce proper industry technical standards.

Leadership

• Develop and teach technical training programs both internal and external.
• Promote and coordinate technical knowledge harvesting, sharing, and development within Metcut.
• Effectively communicate complicated technical topics to production and management personnel.
• Communicate effectively with executive management. Be a technical resource and a reliable team member supporting the management of the affairs of the company. 

Customer Relationship and Business Development

• Provide leadership on core directions for technical development of company services and focus. 
• Define and defend corporate positions related to all technical areas through involvement with projects, customers, and outside technical organizations.
• Support sales efforts by providing technical expertise, customer visits, training, and marketing development as needed.

Your Professional Background and Experience

We’re focused on identifying a Business and Technology Leader who possesses:

• MS in Mechanical or Materials Engineering (or related sciences) with 12-15 + years of experience in different Materials Science and Engineering roles.
• 5 + years of experience in materials testing or manufacturing environments, ideally with leadership responsibility. 
• Strong understanding of materials behavior, testing techniques, manufacturing processes, and industry standards. 
• Familiarity with automation, digital technologies, and continuous improvement practices in technical operations.
• Proven success leading teams, solving complex technical problems, and supporting business development efforts.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and comfortable working in a networked, data-driven environment.