Job title: STL
Job type: Permanent
Emp type: Full-time
Industry: Additive Manufacturing
Functional Expertise: Executive HR
Salary type: Annual
Salary: USD $200,000.00
Location: New York, NY
Job published: 2024-02-14
Job ID: 36663
Contact name: Jordan King
Phone number: +447523845733
Contact email: jordan.king@kensingtonconsulting.co.uk

Job Description

Senior Technology Leader - Additive Manufacturing
Job Expiry Date: 01.09.2024

The company, a global leader in advancing technologies and innovation, is currently seeking a Senior Additive Manufacturing (AM) Technical Leader. This position is integral to the development and coordination of strategies for cutting-edge technology innovations that address market needs in the AM sector.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Collaborate with Business Development Directors to assess and anticipate market technology needs.
  • Develop technology roadmaps and execute strategies using internal and external resources.
  • Lead the development of externally funded and internal R&D projects for industry-altering technology innovations.
  • Engage in technical dialogue with customers, identifying and maturing project opportunities.
  • Act as the principal investigator on large programs advancing AM technologies.
  • Participate actively in the Additive Manufacturing Consortium, influencing research topics.
  • Write proposals meeting clients' technical needs and providing clear value propositions.
  • Serve as the business development liaison for key accounts within the AM technical expertise area.
  • Promote technical capabilities through publications, conferences, committees, and marketing content.
  • Influence the technical and financial health of the core technology team by positioning it as a thought leader.
  • Develop a strong project pipeline to ensure technology sustainability.
  • Assist Engineering Managers in selecting, developing, and directing engineering talent.
  • Mentor and develop the technical and communication skills of less experienced staff.
  • Develop equipment manufacturer partnerships to expand in-house technical offerings.
  • Provide technical oversight during project execution, ensuring appropriate approaches and quality of deliverables.
  • Prepare client reports and present project results for larger or more visible projects.
  • Stay current with industry trends and technical advancements.

Minimum Requirements:

  • Well-established, industry-recognized knowledge and expertise in Additive Manufacturing.
  • Proficiency in executing scientific research and performing experimental analysis.
  • Basic metallurgical knowledge of carbon steel, stainless steel, aluminum, and nickel-based alloys.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills with internal and external customers.
  • Proven adaptability, creativity, and initiative within assigned project work.
  • Analytical thinking with an understanding of the impact of individual contributions on project financial performance.
  • Success in a team-oriented environment.
  • Strong planning and organizational skills.
  • Passion for AM processing in manufacturing.
  • Willingness to travel (25%) to customer sites and conferences.

Education:

  • M.S. in Material Science Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Welding Engineering, or related field.

Experience:

  • Fifteen (15) years of industrial or R&D experience, with at least five (5) years in the Additive Manufacturing field.