R&D VA/VE Engineer Lead

This is an onsite position in Gallatin TN

JOB SUMMARY/OBJECTIVE:

Beretta is looking to hire an experienced VA/VE Engineer Lead with strong leadership skills as part of expanding growth for the R&D Team. This position will be a key part of the Beretta USA team located in Gallatin, TN. An ideal candidate will have a strong technical background and be responsible for leading & executing Value Analysis/Value Engineering initiatives aimed at optimizing product costs while maintaining or improving quality.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Lead by example a Value Analysis/Value Engineering (VA/VE) Team to design, develop, and test product updates improving the performance, quality, and value to our customers.
Leverage knowledge of engineering product simplification and product cost take-out practices to identify and execute on value engineering (VA/VE) initiatives.
Conduct thorough analyses of product designs, manufacturing processes, and supply chain operations to identify opportunities for cost optimization.
Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including engineering, procurement, regulatory, manufacturing, and quality to identify, prioritize, and execute (VA/VE) initiatives.
Utilize project management best practices to develop comprehensive project plans, establish timelines, allocate resources, and track progress of (VA/VE) initiatives.
Communicate project status, risks, and opportunities to senior management, providing regular updates and recommendations for course corrections as needed.
Partner with suppliers to evaluate alternative materials, components, and manufacturing processes that offer cost savings without compromising product quality or performance.
Research and stay up to date with industry trends and competitive products and incorporate improvements into your work.
Manage design & introduction activities for the expansion of existing product lines.
Ownership of loading & maintaining product bill of materials into the MRP system.
Support resource for ongoing New Product Development project activities.
Directs the initiatives to maintain and improve the CAD/PLM systems, analysis tools, & software utilized by R&D team.
Perform all other responsibilities, as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS/ABILITIES:

Experience delivering design and non-design changes in a manufactured products field. Firearms industry experience preferred.
Proficient in the design of parts, assemblies, & drawings for all common manufacturing processes.
Financial acumen with experience in cost analysis, budget management, and ROI evaluation.
Demonstrated success with proven track record for leading complex projects in an Engineering / Technical field, preferred experienced in firearms industry.
Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to analyze complex data, identify root causes, and develop practical solutions.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and influence key stakeholders.
Familiarity with new product development processes, Waterfall & Agile.
The ability to set high standards for results (refuse to fail demeanor), and once achieved, raises the standards even higher.
Track record of leading others to pursue goals and challenging the status quo to develop breakthrough solutions.
Create an environment that encourages risk-taking & inclusion of varied perspectives.
Metric driven attitude with high level of accountability for performance.
Proficiency in project management tools and software.

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Frequently required to continuously stand for long periods.
Frequently required to fire extremely large amounts of ammunition of all calibers through all types of firearms.

EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION:

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, Quality Engineering, or similar Engineering/Technical Discipline.
Minimum of 5+ years of experience in sustaining, value engineering, product simplification and cost take-out.
3+ years leading and managing engineers or technologists.