Design & Engineering Innovation Manager
Jimmy John's
- Atlanta, GA
- Permanent
- Full-time
proficiencies and expertise in workstation customization, foodservice operational procedures, industry best practices, capacity measurement, and project leadership to enhance and promote emerging corporate initiatives.RESPONSIBILITIES
- Design and Engineering (Drafting)
- Establishes new format concepts and operational layouts
- Creates and maintains custom fabrication detailing
- Develops engineering standards and oversees equipment specification compliance
- Develops standardized guideline documentation and written specifications to support proprietary designs
- Project Management & Reporting
- Leads and collaborates on multiple projects from inception through testing and validation
- Tracks budgets and analyzes key performance indicators
- Provides a holistic perspective on the impact of innovation on design and operations
- Collaborates with Brand and Internal Operations Partners
- Liaises with Operations Leadership on brand strategy
- Builds strategic partnerships across the organization
- Collaborates with A&D, Construction, and Outside Consultants
- Develops standardized guideline documentation and written specifications to support proprietary designs
- Oversees non-standard kitchen design for standards compliance
- Provides direction and supervision for full-scale simulations
- Collaborates with KES, Equipment Vendors, and Supply Chain
- Guides equipment specification and custom fabrication
- Develops and source new equipment and supporting elements
- Communication & Presentation
- Communicates plans effectively to internal partners and franchise network
- Leads strategic meetings involving internal and external leadership partners
- On-site supervision and working with Construction and project GC
- Coordinates and provides oversight for specific installations
- Studies the impact of prototype testing and procedures for validation
- Minimum: 4-year degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering / Industrial, Service, or Interior Design with related work experience
- Minimum: 2 years of experience in QSR or Fast Casual Brand related focus
- Minimum: 8 years of experience in Restaurant or Hospitality Industry Design
- Minimum: 2 years of experience in Equipment Manufacturing
- Proficiency in the interpretation and development of restaurant plans and kitchen adaptations
- Proficiency in graphic illustration and detailed communication
- Expertise in 2D CAD modeling (AutoCAD) and specification development (3D / Revit preferred)
- Expertise in computer software related to communication, organization, and project management
- Proficiency in time, techniques, and materials costing related to prototyping and manufacturing
- Proficiency in space planning, restaurant design, kitchen equipment, and restaurant operations
- Expertise in industry regulations and standards
- Knowledge of data analytics and methods of assessment and validation
- Ability to work in a team environment with limited supervision