Team Leader - Material & Analysis Engineering

Schaeffler•Deer Park, TX

1d•$100 - $140

About The Position

Schaeffler is a dynamic global technology company and its success has been a result of its entrepreneurial spirit and long history of private ownership. As a partner to all of the major automobile manufacturers, as well as key players in the aerospace and industrial sectors, we offer you many development opportunities. General Information: The Materials & Mechatronics Lab in Deer Park, IL is a highly-equipped design and failure analysis lab whose function is to analyze materials and perform analysis on automotive products using methods such as Xray, SEM, cross sectioning, and FTIR to name a few. The analysis is performed over the entire life cycle of a product with customers from all over Schaeffler in North America.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Engineering preferrably in Material Science.
2+ years of experience in an Engineering Manager or equivalent leadership role.
5+ years of relevant experience in materials or analytical engineering disciplines.
Strong organizational skills to manage budgets, personnel, and project schedules.
Willingness and ability to travel internationally for business (up to 5%).
Knowledge of failure analysis methods of electrical components and materials such as plastics, solder and metals used in electronic assemblies.
Must be authorized to work in the US.

Nice To Haves

Certification in Design for Six Sigma (DFSS) or Six Sigma belt.
Minimum 3 years of experience in intercultural or international product development environments.
2+ years of line management experience, ideally with experience leading other leaders.

Responsibilities

Advocate for the contributions and expertise of the Mechatronics Department in strategy and resource development across North America.
Represent the department as a technical expert in meetings, providing informed insights on capabilities and opportunities.
Lead budget planning and tracking, including departmental operational and capital expenditures, consumable needs, and service contracts for the FA lab.
Develop and execute MT (Materials Technology) and FA lab strategic management plans.
Collaborate with teams across multiple countries and cultures to share technologies and drive joint R&D initiatives.
Resolve conflicts proactively, especially those related to FA lab scheduling and customer expectations.
Ensure orderliness, cleanliness, and routine preventative maintenance / calibration of lab equipment to ensure operating efficiency with minimal down time.
Work closely with upper management to ensure team deliverables and expectations are consistently met.
Provide effective leadership and vision to the NA Electrification Technologies team, aligning with the overarching goals of the ET organization.
Promote and facilitate the development of skill sets focused on technology development, product integration, and failure analysis within the team.
Serve as a mentor for junior team members, creating an inclusive and supportive work environment that encourages teamwork and knowledge sharing.
Foster a culture of continuous improvement and learning by setting up training programs and encouraging autonomy balanced with accessible support.
Manage multiple R&D projects concurrently while tracking department finances, including budgeting and cost control for the Failure Analysis (FA) laboratory.
Build and maintain collaborative relationships with other departments to share equipment, improve processes, and generate new ideas.
Coordinate work efforts with other managers and staff to optimize resource use and departmental efficiency.
Oversee payments and vendor relations for external services such as equipment calibration and failure analysis support.
Establish and maintain efficient processes for cost transfers and budget tracking within the organization.
Assign technical resources to projects and meetings to maximize program success.
Conduct performance management activities including goal setting, mid-year and final reviews, salary recommendations, and promotion evaluations.