Sr. Innovation Specialist

Are you Ready to Engineer Your Career? At IMEG, one of the largest design consulting firms in the U.S., we strive to provide exciting and rewarding career opportunities to our team members. We work hard and are passionate about what we do but also love to have fun along the way. We celebrate the ability to be a firm of over 2500 employees in the US and beyond who still provides a local office approach and feel to each of our employee-owners. From opportunities to get involved and give back locally through our Community Involvement Committees to the ability to partner with exciting clients, we take our jobs seriously but have a great time in the process.

As a company, we believe in investing in our team members and providing an environment for expansive growth. We put people first. We are proud to say we are a 100% employee-owned organization and take pride in our commitment to being a great place to work. We support this commitment through work-life balance, flexibility, continuoustraining and development opportunities, andcommunity impact. We reward innovation, hard work, and support a culture of sustainability.

IMEG is growing, and we'd love to have you join our team! We are currently seeking a Senior Innovation Specialistin our Raleigh, NC office. As a Senior Innovation Specialist you will directs strategic innovation efforts across the firm, aligning projects with corporate goals and driving large-scale initiatives. This senior role oversees departmental innovation standards, manages cross-functional projects, and serves as a visible industry expert, representing the company at conferences and public engagements.

Principal Responsibilities:
Set departmental goals for innovation that align with organizational objectives and the company's overall vision

Lead high-impact cross-functional projects, coordinating efforts across departments and client teams to ensure cohesive innovation delivery

Oversee and mentor Innovation Specialists, fostering a supportive mentorship environment

Serve as a visible expert in 3+ innovation specialties, representing the company at industry conferences and events

Develop cross-departmental innovation initiatives with strategic business impact, fostering partnerships within the organization

Track departmental revenue targets, project KPIs, and adoption metrics, reporting these regularly to senior leadership

Establish external partnerships with tech companies, universities, and industry bodies to drive collaboration and innovation

Present thought leadership content at high-profile conferences, promoting the company's reputation and innovation capabilities

Required Skills/Abilities:
Proficient with agile mindset and ability to be adaptive

Strategic thinking and business acumen to ensure alignment of innovation with company goals

Leadership and mentorship abilities, with experience managing multi-level teams

Advanced communication and presentation skills for technical and non-technical audiences

Deep expertise in multiple innovation areas or specialties within the industry

Proficiency in setting and monitoring KPIs, revenue targets, and adoption metrics

Skilled in the use of technology associated with a focus on innovation

Ability to work independently and designate project timeline for deliverables.

Proficient in Microsoft and MS Office Suite including but not limited to Word, Excel, and Outlook

Ability to travel up to 20% with occasional overnight stays

Education and Experience:
Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree in Engineering, Technology, Business, or equivalent required

Master's Degree preferred

Professional Engineer (PE) License, or similar certification, preferred

7 years of experience minimum required, 10 preferred, in a senior innovation or technology role with extensive leadership in large-scale projects required

Possession of a recognized certification related to Innovation or area of specialty (i.e. Agile, Data Scientist, UI Designer, etc.) required

Experience in a senior innovation or technology role with extensive leadership in large-scale projects required

Candidate must have an established network within the industry; experience in conference presentations and published articles preferred

This position is not eligible for sponsorship.

Physical Requirements:
Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer

Must be able to lift 15 pounds at time

IMEG, an employee-owned corporation, is committed to investing in employees' futures through professional development programs and opportunities for career advancement. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including generous PTO, flexible schedule, and assistance with tuition reimbursement. Additionally, employees are eligible to enroll in health, dental, vision, and life insurance on their first day of employment.

Want to learn more about IMEG and our other amazing career opportunities? Please visit https://www.imegcorp.com/careers/.

IMEG is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in all employment practices, without regard torace, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation or gender identity), gender, national origin, disability, age, genetic information(including family medical history), parental status (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions includinglactation), ethnic origin, hair type (including hairstyle or hair texture), citizenship status, marital status, military service, veteran'sstatus, political affiliation, non-merit-based factors, or any other characteristic protected by law. In accordance with antidiscrimination law, it is the purpose of this policy to put into effect these principles and mandates. IMEG prohibitsdiscrimination and harassment of any type. IMEG conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws andregulations.

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