Director of Engineering

TSE Brakes, Inc.

As a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdings—which is backed by Berkshire Hathaway—you’ll be doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. We’re committed to making a positive impact on the world, providing you with diverse learning and working opportunities, and fostering a culture where everyone’s empowered to be their best.

Position Summary

The Director of Engineering is responsible for the execution of technical initiatives to meet current and long-range business plans as defined by TSE Brakes Leadership.  This position is also responsible for the development and support of TSE Brakes products by providing technical expertise to the following: sales and marketing, customers and end users, product support for manufacturing and purchasing.

• Product Lifecycle Management: Lead the development, validation, and launch of new product lines, including the oversight of DVP&R protocols and field evaluations.
• Commercial Support: Partner with Sales and Marketing to translate technical data into commercial advantages and provide high-level field support during post-launch phases.
• Testing & Data Integrity: Manage all product testing procedures and equipment to ensure data accuracy and compliance with industry standards.
• Technical Authority: Serve as the primary subject matter expert (SME) for TSE Brakes products for both internal teams and external customers/end-users.
• Quality & Compliance: Direct the company’s Total Quality Management (TQM) activities and maintain a leadership role in ISO-9001 registration and compliance.
• Strategic Alignment: Champion Marmon’s LEAN and Strategic Marketing Plan (SMP) initiatives within the engineering and quality departments.
• Team Leadership: Supervise and mentor Technical and Quality personnel, ensuring departmental alignment with company policies and performance benchmarks.

• Leadership: Proven ability to manage technical teams and drive cross-functional collaboration.
• Communication: Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Industry Expertise: Deep knowledge of commercial highway vehicle braking systems and related regulatory environments.
• Technical Fluency: Advanced technical aptitude and proficiency with modern engineering software. 

• 6–10 years of progressive engineering experience within the automotive or commercial vehicle industry.
• At least 3 years in a management or high-level project leadership capacity.

• Standard office environment with prolonged periods of desk-based work.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and navigate manufacturing/testing environments (stooping, kneeling, standing).
• Domestic and international travel required based on business needs (approx. 5–10%).

Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to their membership in any protected class. If you require any reasonable accommodation to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process, please email your request to careers@marmon.com, and please be sure to include the title and the location of the position for which you are applying.