Engineering Manager

Engineering Manager

Compensation Range : $130,000 - $160,000 USD

Location : Naperville, IL

About AGI

AGI is a global food-based infrastructure company publicly traded in Canada. With over 3,800 employees and over 30 global manufacturing brands, AGI is a leading provider of equipment and technology solutions for agricultural commodities including seed, fertilizer, grain and feed systems and an expanding platform for food processing facilities.

The Opportunity

The Engineering Manager-Product Development, Fertilizer Products & Systems is a skilled technical leader with the capacity to lead a team of engineers and technicians in the development & design of automated fertilizer blending systems from concept through manufacturing. This individual will assess the current offering of mechanical systems for both dry and liquid fertilizer products, leading the development of a best in-class standardized global platform offering to be utilized corporatewide.

Responsibilities

• Empathic leadership in the direction and development of the product engineering teams at multiple facility locations, fostering a supportive and inclusive environment that encourages open communication, professional growth, and collaboration across diverse groups.
• Ability to lead direct team members while collaborating with and influencing matrixed team members
• Strong collaboration with global engineering teams to leverage best practices and technical standardization
• Partner with the global functions of product management, marketing, sales, and technical experts in support of the technical requirements for the fertilizer product roadmap strategy development
• Partner with technical resources at multiple locations and product families to develop the best-in-class fertilizer systems to support in meeting market / customer requirements
• Refine designs and offerings to transition from a 'one off' custom process to a standardized Configure to Order (CTO) offering while developing and maintaining an Engineered to Order (ETO) process for strategic accounts

Qualifications

With AGI, you're choosing an employer dedicated to strengthening and securing the global food supply chain. AGI is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates with a disability taking part in the recruitment process and once hired. Equal Opportunity Employer