Director, Innovations Engineering

Reynolds American is evolving at pace - truly like no other organization.

To achieve the ambition, we have set for ourselves, we are looking for colleagues who are ready to live our ethos every day. Come be a part of this journey!

WE ARE LOOKING FOR A Director Innovations Engineering

SENIORITY LEVEL: Senior Level

FUNCTION: Operations

LOCATION: Winston Salem, NC

ROLE POSITIONING AND OBJECTIVES

The role is responsible for the leadership and strategic direction for the technical development and commercialization of RAI innovations including New Growth Initiatives, process improvements and innovative packaging developments.

The scope of responsibility includes orchestrating all aspects of the Innovations Engineering function, delivering innovative processes, and providing new or improved products or packaging to drive our position in the marketplace. This role advises an engineering team and other resources to develop new manufacturing processes and also provides technical mentorship to ensure sound engineering practices are utilized and end products meet all internal and external regulatory requirements.

Reports to: Senior Director – Engineering Services

Reporting Level: 5-10

Geographic Scope: Region

WHAT YOU WILL BE ACCOUNTABLE FOR

• Direct Innovations Engineering function and manage resources to ensure priorities are aligned to support company vision and processes are optimized.
• Develop expertise to be recognized as a technical authority within the company and a driver for innovations.
• Lead high-priority, sophisticated projects that drive the strategic direction of the company.
• Develop a creative technical team to refine Marketing and R&D concepts and utilize innovative engineering techniques to develop manufacturing solutions
• Continually scout and assess new technology, marketplace trends and standard methodologies, and utilizes those tools to develop strategies to build a driven advantage
• Lead development of one of a kind prototype equipment for R&D to facilitate new product development and lab scale manufacturing of development products for evaluation.
• Formulate strategies which will deliver against the company strategic vision while driving and optimizing near term, often confidential projects.
• Identify, and develop expertise in, new technologies that can be utilized internally for development of innovative processes to deliver new products or packaging to the marketplace.

CAN THIS BE YOUR FUTURE ROLE?

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ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

• Development, R&D Product Standards, Product Integrity, S&RA, and OpCo Operations
• Possess an in-depth technical understanding of Manufacturing, Engineering and Supply chain at all OpCos
• Excellent organizational and project management skills with the ability to lead and drive the execution of multiple projects simultaneously while adapting to constantly evolving priorities
• Broad knowledge of functional areas of OpCos
• Analytical problem solving, decision making and negotiating skills
• Understanding of engineering practices, standards, design principles and environmental requirements
• Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical preferred) or related field and 7+ years of relevant work experience. Post Graduate Degree in Engineering and 5+ years of relevant work experience.

BENEFICIAL

• Previous experience in RAI Operations
• Licensed Professional Engineer preferred but not required

Job Number: 38915

Reynolds American Incorporated is positively transforming the tobacco industry. We’re a family of companies that strives for success in everything we do. The future inspires us because our people are igniting the breakthroughs that are redefining the ways adult tobacco consumers enjoy tobacco in the 21st century.

When other companies talk about growth, they only talk about size. At Reynolds American, we focus on the growth of our people. We take pride in each other’s growth and well-being throughout our careers. We invest in your career and total well-being because we know our companies succeed when our people thrive.

ABOUT OUR ORGANIZATION:

Reynolds American Inc. is an indirect, wholly owned subsidiary of British American Tobacco p.l.c., and the U.S. parent company of R. J. Reynolds Tobacco Company; Santa Fe Natural Tobacco Company, Inc.; American Snuff Company, LLC; Modoral Brands, Inc.; R. J. Reynolds Vapor Company; Lorillard Licensing Company, LLC; Reynolds Brands, Inc.; and Vuse Stores LLC. This position is with R.J. Reynolds Tobacco Company (2004).

Here, you’ll have the opportunity to work on iconic brands and revolutionary products by collaborating with visionary, principled and passionate people every day.

Compensation/Targeted Bonus

• Competitive Annual Salary
• Targeted Annual Bonus
• Relocation assistance available for those who qualify.

Benefit Summary

Our company offers very competitive benefit plans, including:

• 401(k) plan that offers opportunity to save on pre- and post-tax basis up to 50 percent of eligible compensation. Company matches 100 percent of employee pre-tax/Roth (401k) contributions up to six percent
• Comprehensive health- and welfare-benefits package
• Eleven paid company holidays annually, plus a generous paid vacation plan based on length of service
• Company-paid sick and personal days, funeral leave and jury duty leave; Also Parental leave/Reduced Work Schedule
• Confidential personal financial counseling service
• On-site health clinics and fitness centers
• A matching grants program that enables employees to direct and double their donations to qualifying charitable organizations of their choice
• Health-care advocacy service
• Volunteer service opportunities
• Federal credit union membership through Allegacy Federal Credit Union
• Extensive training opportunities

Reynolds American Inc. and its affiliated companies is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Our organization offers a level of challenge, responsibility and creativity for motivated employees that stands apart from the crowd.

We are also committed to employing a diverse workforce and valuing different perspectives, experiences and talents to maximize the company's potential for successfully achieving its business objectives.

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Only applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact us directly via email at TalentAcquisition@RJRT.com.

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