VP of Research, Development, and Engineering - Dynisco Instruments, LLC
Franklin, MA 02038
About the Job
The Vice President of Research, Development, and Engineering (RD&E) will lead our efforts in driving innovation, technological excellence, and product development across our Dynisco and Viatran brand products. This role reports directly to the President and is based out of our headquarters in Franklin, MA. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our organization by spearheading research initiatives, fostering collaboration between interdisciplinary teams, and ensuring the timely delivery of high-quality solutions that exceed customer and market expectations.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Strategic Leadership:
2. Technology and Product Development:
3. Sustaining Engineering:
4. Research and Innovation:
5. Cross-functional Collaboration:
6. Process Improvement and Business Growth:
Qualifications:
Travel Requirements
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear.
What You Can Expect from Us Our goal is to provide employees and their families with a comprehensive and competitive benefits package. Our benefits include Health Insurance, Health Savings/Flexible Spending Accounts, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance/Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Short-Term/Long-Term Disability, 401(k) company match on first 5%, Paid-Time Off, 11 Company-paid Holidays, Bereavement Leave, Jury Duty, Military Leave, Employee Assistance Program and Educational Assistance Reimbursement.
Who We Are Dynisco is a global leader in innovative applications of high precision, sensor-based technology and critical insight solutions that improve process safety and performance for the plastics, oil & gas markets. The company serves a diverse group of customers throughout the world and with more than 6 decades of commitment to helping customers, Dynisco provides the tools and services for the polymer industry allowing customers a "window into the process". The information Dynisco provides allows our customers to keep their process consistent regardless of their global locations. Dynisco's diverse portfolio of sensing and polymer test equipment delivers some of the most accurate information available in the market for the measurement of polymer rheology, pressure, and temperature. Over the next 5 years, Dynisco will be aggressively expanding its business and is seeking top-level talent to join our growing team. (www.dynisco.com) Come help us and some of the biggest names in plastic production shape the future of sustainability in the plastics industry. Learn more about us here!
Dynisco is headquartered in Franklin, Massachusetts, with facilities in Heilbronn, Germany and Malaysia. Dynisco will not pay to relocate. We are an EOE M/F/D/V employer.
Our Team Globally, we are a team of diverse and talented individuals. Qualified candidates come to "Dynisco with a passion to grow while making a difference with innovation, employee engagement, customer partnerships and continuous improvement.
Our Culture Every employee has a voice. At Dynisco, new hires are selected to affect change, participate in solutions, challenge the norm, collaborate and contribute.
DYNISCO VALUES
At Dynisco, we value the unique backgrounds, skills and abilities each team member brings to our workplace. We believe everyone deserves a fair opportunity to succ eed and appreciate the experiences and perspectives each person brings beyond the traditional job requirements. Please don't hesitate to apply even if you do not meet full requirements - we'd love to hear from you!
Key Responsibilities:
1. Strategic Leadership:
- Develop and execute a comprehensive research, development, and engineering strategy aligned with the company's overall objectives and market trends.
- Provide visionary leadership to inspire and motivate teams towards achieving ambitious innovation goals.
- Collaborate closely with executive leadership to identify emerging opportunities and challenges and help devise strategic plans to capitalize on them.
2. Technology and Product Development:
- Oversee the development of new technologies and products, from conceptualization to commercialization, ensuring alignment with market requirements, regulatory standards, and budgetary constraints.
- Drive innovation initiatives aimed at identifying and leveraging emerging technologies and trends to maintain Dynisco's global competitive edge.
- Lead the product portfolio management process, evaluating new product opportunities, and providing strategic direction for product roadmap development.
3. Sustaining Engineering:
- Provide oversight of sustaining engineering activities, ensuring the continuous improvement and optimization of existing products and processes.
- Lead efforts to enhance product reliability, performance, and cost-effectiveness through lifecycle management and engineering change management processes.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address customer feedback, quality issues, and market demands, driving continuous improvement initiatives across both organizations.
4. Research and Innovation:
- Drive a culture of innovation, fostering creativity and exploration of novel ideas.
- Oversee research activities aimed at developing new technologies, materials, and processes that address customer needs and market demands.
- Establish and maintain strong partnerships with industry leaders, research institutions, and technology providers to stay at the forefront of technological advancements.
5. Cross-functional Collaboration:
- Collaborate closely with other functional areas including sales, marketing, operations, and quality assurance to ensure seamless integration of research, development, and engineering activities.
- Act as a key liaison between technical teams and stakeholders, facilitating communication, resolving conflicts, and aligning priorities to achieve organizational objectives.
- Cultivate a collaborative and inclusive work environment where diverse perspectives are valued, and teamwork is fostered.
6. Process Improvement and Business Growth:
- Utilize expertise to develop and implement processes that facilitate business growth, operational efficiency, and continuous improvement.
- Identify opportunities to streamline workflows, optimize resource allocation, and enhance organizational effectiveness.
- Lead initiatives to assess market trends, competitive landscapes, and customer needs, driving strategic initiatives to position Dynisco for long-term success.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field required; advanced degree (Master's or Ph.D.) preferred.
- Proven track record of leadership in research, development, and engineering roles within the manufacturing or technology industry, with a minimum of 15 years of experience.
- Demonstrated success in driving innovation, leading cross-functional teams, and delivering complex technical projects on time and within budget.
- Strong business acumen with the ability to translate technical insights into actionable strategies and business outcomes.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence and inspire stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
- Strategic thinker with a results-oriented mindset, capable of navigating ambiguity and driving change in a fast-paced environment.
- Broad experience across multiple engineering disciplines such as mechanical, electrical, and software / firmware
Travel Requirements
- Ability to travel up to 15 percent of the time
- Must have valid passport
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear.
What You Can Expect from Us Our goal is to provide employees and their families with a comprehensive and competitive benefits package. Our benefits include Health Insurance, Health Savings/Flexible Spending Accounts, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance/Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Short-Term/Long-Term Disability, 401(k) company match on first 5%, Paid-Time Off, 11 Company-paid Holidays, Bereavement Leave, Jury Duty, Military Leave, Employee Assistance Program and Educational Assistance Reimbursement.
Who We Are Dynisco is a global leader in innovative applications of high precision, sensor-based technology and critical insight solutions that improve process safety and performance for the plastics, oil & gas markets. The company serves a diverse group of customers throughout the world and with more than 6 decades of commitment to helping customers, Dynisco provides the tools and services for the polymer industry allowing customers a "window into the process". The information Dynisco provides allows our customers to keep their process consistent regardless of their global locations. Dynisco's diverse portfolio of sensing and polymer test equipment delivers some of the most accurate information available in the market for the measurement of polymer rheology, pressure, and temperature. Over the next 5 years, Dynisco will be aggressively expanding its business and is seeking top-level talent to join our growing team. (www.dynisco.com) Come help us and some of the biggest names in plastic production shape the future of sustainability in the plastics industry. Learn more about us here!
Dynisco is headquartered in Franklin, Massachusetts, with facilities in Heilbronn, Germany and Malaysia. Dynisco will not pay to relocate. We are an EOE M/F/D/V employer.
Our Team Globally, we are a team of diverse and talented individuals. Qualified candidates come to "Dynisco with a passion to grow while making a difference with innovation, employee engagement, customer partnerships and continuous improvement.
Our Culture Every employee has a voice. At Dynisco, new hires are selected to affect change, participate in solutions, challenge the norm, collaborate and contribute.
DYNISCO VALUES
- Respect: We believe in the dignity of every person and the power that can be harnessed through diversity in talents, perspectives, and experiences.
- Credibility: We strive to earn long-lasting trust and credibility with others through uncompromising ethics, integrity, quality performance, and honoring our commitments.
- Customer Commitment: We meet or exceed customer needs and expectations by demonstrating deep understanding, meaningful collaboration, and a positive productive experience.
- Pursuit of Excellence: We promote a growth mindset that fosters creativity, innovation, and learning, to drive continuous improvement.
- Community Responsibility: We actively participate in our communities to support social priorities, help those in need, and drive a more sustainable future.
At Dynisco, we value the unique backgrounds, skills and abilities each team member brings to our workplace. We believe everyone deserves a fair opportunity to succ eed and appreciate the experiences and perspectives each person brings beyond the traditional job requirements. Please don't hesitate to apply even if you do not meet full requirements - we'd love to hear from you!
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
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