Director of Engineering
About The Position
At Pentair, you will work alongside passionate problem-solvers who are committed to the future of our planet. We put our mission into practice, helping the world sustainably move, improve and enjoy water, life's most essential resource. From our residential water filtration to industrial water management to pool products and more, our 9,000 global employees serve customers in more than 150 countries, working to help create a better world for people and the planet through smart, sustainable water solutions. We have an opportunity for the Director of Engineering to join our Manitowoc, WI team. You will possess strong leadership abilities, extensive engineering expertise and a proven track record in Research & Development, New Product Development and Manufacturing Engineering environments. This role requires a strategic thinker capable of guiding a talent engineering team to achieve operational excellence and drive innovation to allow for growth and profitability of the Ice category. This position will be reported to the General Manager, and this role will be based at our Manitowoc office and manufacturing plant in Manitowoc, WI.
Requirements
- Have earned a bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related field; master’s degree preferred
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in a combination of innovation & manufacturing engineering roles, with at least 5 years in a leadership position
- Innovation & Product Development: experience in guiding teams through the innovation process, from market research, ideation to product development and market launch, including knowledge of prototyping, testing and scaling products.
- Proven track record of successfully leading engineering teams and managing complex projects
- Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, quality control and regulatory requirements
- Exceptional problem-solving skills and the ability to make data-driven decisions
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse teams
- Demonstrated ability to drive innovation and continuous improvement in a manufacturing environment
- Proficiency in project management tools and software
- Commitment to safety and compliance standards
- Global experience (culture, business practices, regulatory etc.) will be critical to being successful in the role.
- Leading by example and able to partner and lead partnership across global, matrixed, and cross-functional Business Units and teams.
- Experience leading transformational change and serving as a change agent in partnership with leadership.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement engineering strategies that align with the category’s overall goals and objects
- Provide visionary leadership to the engineering team, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement
- Lead innovation process and planning, inclusive of early-stage market research and analysis required to identify new product category adjacencies and new markets/applications
- Build future-looking product development roadmaps, with an emphasis on digital capabilities
- Lead, mentor and develop a high-performing engineering team while ensuring effective collaboration and communication with the team and across functions to meet project deadlines and quality standards
- Oversee the planning, execution and successful completion of engineering projects
- Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget and in accordance with specifications and regulatory requirements
- Develop and manage the engineering budget, ensuring cost-effective utilization of resources
- Monitor expenses and implement cost-saving measures without compromising on quality and performance
- Work closely with cross-functional teams, including production, supply chain and product management, to drive seamless integration of engineering solutions
- Ensure compliance with all relevant safety, environmental and regulatory requirements
- Foster a culture of safety within the engineering team
Benefits
- health benefits
- a generous 401(k)
- employee stock purchase program
- disability benefits
- life insurance
- critical illness insurance
- accident insurance
- parental leave
- caregiver leave
- tuition reimbursement
- plus paid time off and wellness programs to encourage a healthy work/life balance
Stand Out From the Crowd
Upload your resume and get instant feedback on how well it matches this job.
What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
