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Job DescriptionJob Description
Vesuvius is a global leader in molten metal flow engineering and technology. We think beyond today to create the innovative solutions that will shape the future of everyone, delivering products and services that help our customers make their industrial processes safer, more efficient, and more sustainable. With 84 locations in 38 countries, our business model operates a balance between empowerment of local operational teams and central development of technology and practices. Think global, act local.
We are looking for a talented Global Research Manager to join our Pittsburgh R&D team!
Description
1. Reports:
Direct reports: 7 global research engineer staff
Indirect reports: 9 R&D technical support staff who to report to senior-most engineer in the team
Total team size of 16
2. Dimensions of Position:
Responsible for all projects within the Flow Control
The position will help ensure the implementation and success of new product development projects which determine the value of new (5 yrs post launch) products sold each year, i.e. >50 MGBP.
The position will help ensure the success of potential cost savings projects, e.g. approximately 4 MGBP savings per year.
The position will provide recommendations to resolving applications and manufacturing issues associated with supporting the existing business, >500 MGBP.
Accountable for the activities of the Global Research Team which includes 7 engineers and 9 technical support.
3. Key Result Areas:
Manages the Global Research team composition and output through performance management and recruiting/hiring
Manages Engineers by mentoring and training; directs their research work when needed, offering ideas and connecting them to external resources
Manages technicians and coordinates the work within the laboratory ensuring best practices are established and followed and required equipment is available
Maintains portfolio of research activities, measuring resources applied and applying resources in line with priorities of the business
Administrates and approves product property specifications for new and existing products
Acts as product technology expert for Slide Gate and Purge Refractory including raw materials, formulations, properties and applications
Monitors technology trends inside and outside of field of interest and participates in conferences to acquire inspiration and an external network of contacts
Requirements
1. Qualifications:
Master s Degree in Materials or related engineering field required. Ph.D. is desirable.
2. Experience:
5-10 years practical experience in an R&D setting required: Refractory, Ceramic or similar/related Materials Science field
3-5 years leadership experience required: leading a team, delivering results, resource and stake-holder management
3-5 years product development exposure required: NPI processes, translation of product objectives to technical ones, prototype development and industrialization
3-5 years management experience preferred (not required): performance management, project or portfolio management, administrative aspects of people management
3. Knowledge/Skills:
Must have a strong technical foundation including thorough understanding of materials science principles and ability to understand and challenge the conclusions of others
Must have a good understanding of new product development processes and challenges
Must demonstrate leadership skills sufficient to lead and challenge a team of technical experts and maximize output
Must demonstrate potential to develop people management skills such as team building, motivating, decision quality and personal learning
4. Problem Solving & Complexity
Must resolve personality and opinion conflicts among group members
Must solve and mentor others to solve complicated technical problems requiring a good understanding of customer and internal processes
Decisions referred to manager include the determination of overall project priority and how to balance the optimization of a product with the timeline required to deliver it
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
Company DescriptionVesuvius is a global leader in molten metal flow engineering and technology, primarily serving the global steel and foundry industries. We develop innovative solutions that enable our customers to increase their efficiency and productivity, enhance quality, improve safety and reduce their costs and their environmental impact. Our history spans more than 100 years, we are on six continents with more than 11,000 employees. We value diversity. Sustainability is at the heart of everything we do. We aim to deliver sustainable, profitable growth to provide our shareholders with a superior return on their investment, while providing our employees with a safe workplace where they are recognized, developed and properly rewarded.Company DescriptionVesuvius is a global leader in molten metal flow engineering and technology, primarily serving the global steel and foundry industries. We develop innovative solutions that enable our customers to increase their efficiency and productivity, enhance quality, improve safety and reduce their costs and their environmental impact. Our history spans more than 100 years, we are on six continents with more than 11,000 employees. We value diversity. Sustainability is at the heart of everything we do. We aim to deliver sustainable, profitable growth to provide our shareholders with a superior return on their investment, while providing our employees with a safe workplace where they are recognized, developed and properly rewarded.