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Director, EngineeringSafari Circuits, LLC. • Otsego, MI, US
Director, Engineering

Director, Engineering

Safari Circuits, LLC. • Otsego, MI, US
2 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Safari Circuits, LLC., a leading electronics manufacturing services provider in Otsego, Michigan, seeks a visionary Director of Engineering to drive organizational transformation. This leader will set the strategic direction for the engineering team, champion operational excellence, and position engineering as a value creation engine for the company. The ideal candidate will inspire innovation, guide the team through ISO certification, and foster a culture of continuous improvement and customer-centricity.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership & Vision

  • Develop and communicate a clear engineering strategy aligned with company growth objectives.
  • Lead the engineering team through ISO certification, ensuring robust processes and compliance.
  • Transform the engineering function into a value creation engine by identifying new business opportunities, developing value-added services, and collaborating with sales and customers.
  • Foster a culture of innovation, accountability, and high performance.

Organizational Development & Team Structure

  • Establish and lead specialized teams to support manufacturing operations, ensuring seamless integration and operational excellence.
  • Create and manage dedicated design services teams to deliver innovative solutions for customers, expanding the company’s service offerings and revenue streams.
  • Build and mentor a high-performing engineering organization, focusing on leadership development and succession planning.
  • Assess and optimize resource allocation (personnel, technology, and equipment) to support strategic initiatives.

    • Business & Customer Impact

  • Partner with customers and sales to co-create solutions that deliver measurable business value.
  • Oversee the development of new service offerings and support go-to-market strategies.
  • Ensure engineering projects are managed with a focus on profitability, scalability, and customer satisfaction.

    • Quality & Compliance

  • Direct the implementation and continuous improvement of quality management systems for the design engineering team, including ISO and other relevant standards.
  • Oversee validation and compliance for all engineering deliverables, including test equipment and product certifications.

    • Qualifications

    Required :

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering
  • 5+ years of experience in engineering leadership, with a proven track record of driving organizational change
  • Demonstrated success in leading teams through certification processes (e.g., ISO)
  • Strong strategic thinking, business acumen, and communication skills
  • Experience in developing new revenue streams or business models within engineering

    • Preferred :

  • Electrical Engineering experience with product and process validations
  • Familiarity with UL approval and EMC / EMI testing
  • 3+ years of hardware / software design experience
  • Solid understanding of the role of software in modern electronics, including its impact on product design, testing, and manufacturing processes

    • This is not a remote position.

    Safari Circuits is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

    Native American & Veteran Hiring Preferences will be applied in accordance with Waséyabek Development Company policy. We are committed to making merit-based hiring decisions. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship, marital status, height or weight, veteran status, or any other legally protected category.

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