Technical Manager - Simulation and Test Controls Engineering Leader

Job Requirements

Who We Are:

Quest Global delivers world-class end-to-end engineering solutions by leveraging our deep industry knowledge and digital expertise. By bringing together technologies and industries, alongside the contributions of diverse individuals and their areas of expertise, we are able to solve problems better, faster. This multi-dimensional approach enables us to solve the most critical and large-scale challenges across the aerospace & defense, automotive, energy, hi-tech, healthcare, medical devices, rail and semiconductor industries.

We are looking for humble geniuses, who believe that engineering has the potential to make the impossible possible; innovators, who are not only inspired by technology and innovation, but also perpetually driven to design, develop, and test as a trusted partner for Fortune 500 customers. As a team of remarkably diverse engineers, we recognize that what we are really engineering is a brighter future for us all. If you want to contribute to meaningful work and be part of an organization that truly believes when you win, we all win, and when you fail, we all learn, then we’re eager to hear from you.

The achievers and courageous challenge-crushers we seek, have the following characteristics and skills:

What You Will Do:

As the Simulation and Test Controls Engineering Manager, you will lead the team responsible for designing the simulation platform for a Nuclear Power Plant. This includes the design, maintenance, modification, and performance optimization of a high fidelity simulation environment, hardware and software required to design and validate the controls system for a nuclear power plant.

The position requires strong technical discipline, configuration control adherence, and collaboration with operations, design, and engineering teams.

• Providing technical and managerial leadership for the simulation and test projects team. With direct management of the engineers on the team
• Drive Nuclear safety-first culture
• Document and track qualification of engineers and fitness for assigned tasks.
• Ensure compliance to client’s Quality Management System
• Own teams project performance, schedule, task assignments.

· Act as the face of Quest Global to customers and stakeholders for matters related to the Value Stream; build trusting relationships based on performance and responsiveness

· Balance needs of stakeholders (customers, employees, and the company)

· Model and predict demand based on market and customer inputs

· Develop and implement capability and capacity plans within the value stream

· Employ daily management practices to monitor delivery; identify and address challenges

· Promote quality culture and systems that ensure consistent delivery excellence

· Manage team performance through goal-setting and appraisal processes

· Champion employee engagement, recognition and strong culture throughout the team

· Manage team communication rhythms, including all-hands meetings, information flow-down, and team connects

· Develop and mentor front-line managers and contribute to leadership pipeline

· Support special initiatives and continuous improvement projects to enhance performance, growth, innovation, best-practice implementation, and hygiene of the business unit

• Own safety, quality, delivery, cost for team project delivery
• Support and present at governance meetings with company and customer executives to ensure customer satisfaction and alignment

What You Will Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or higher with at least 15 years of relevant engineering experience in gas power controls
• Proven leadership and technical capability
• Experience driving performance and improvement in engineering technology
• Demonstrated global mindset and ability to collaborate effectively across cultures
• Ability to communicate and present effectively and clearly with management, peers, team members, and clients

Work Requirements: This role is preferred to be an onsite position in Greenville, SC. However, remote work can be considered at time of interview.

• You must be able to commute to and from the location with your own transportation arrangements to meet the required working hours.

Pay Range: $110,000 to $130,000 per year

Compensation decisions are made based on factors including experience, skills, education, and other job-related factors, in accordance with our internal pay structure. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, paid time off, and retirement plan.

Travel Requirements: Due to the nature of the work, 30% travel is required.

Citizenship Requirement: Due to the nature of the work, U.S. citizenship is required.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance
• Short/Long Term Disability