Engineer III- Product Development

Advanced Drainage Systems • Columbus, OH

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Advanced Drainage Systems is a leading manufacturer of stormwater and onsite septic wastewater solutions, committed to sustainability and innovation. With a vast manufacturing and distribution network, we deliver high-quality products across multiple industries while recycling over half a billion pounds of plastic annually. At ADS, we foster a culture where diverse perspectives drive better ideas, ensuring every employee feels valued, heard, and empowered to make an impact.
We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Engineer to lead innovation and technical excellence within the Treatment Category. This role serves as a trusted technical advisor, providing expertise in CAD, structural design, and finite element analysis (FEA), while driving cross‑functional collaboration and delivering advanced product and process solutions. The Senior Engineer will guide project execution, influence engineering strategy, and contribute to breakthrough technologies that support ADS’s mission of sustainable, industry‑leading water management solutions.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience in advanced engineering roles within high‑performing technical organizations.
• Expert proficiency in CAD modeling, structural engineering principles, and FEA tools.
• Strong leadership presence with the ability to influence and support cross‑functional teams.
• Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to translate complex technical concepts for technical and non‑technical audiences.
• Advanced analytical, problem‑solving, and decision‑making capabilities.
• Ability to collaborate effectively across disciplines and develop strong relationships with internal and external partners.

Nice To Haves

• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license preferred.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification and/or Six Sigma Black Belt preferred.
• Knowledge of stormwater treatment technologies (hydrodynamic separators, biofiltration, filtration systems) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Apply advanced engineering principles to independently lead projects within the Treatment Category, with occasional scope across Capture, Convey, and Storage.
• Modify or extend engineering theories, technologies, and design practices to develop innovative solutions, products, and processes.
• Serve as a technical expert—advising teams, reviewing project documentation, and ensuring technical accuracy and quality assurance.
• Execute design tasks and oversee technical work, including CAD modeling, structural analysis, and FEA.
• Lead project planning through the full stage‑gate process, setting scope, schedule, resource plans, risks, and decision frameworks.
• Prepare, review, and approve scopes, budgets, and schedules for engineering projects.
• Provide project management support, including stakeholder communication plans and progress tracking.
• Assign work to technical staff and guide teams to ensure successful project outcomes.
• Prepare proposals for engineering programs and strategic initiatives.
• Build strong internal and external relationships to enhance collaboration, knowledge sharing, and innovation.

Benefits

• Health & Welfare Benefits: Medical and prescription drug plans, telemedicine (with medical plan), High-Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) and Health Savings Account (HSA), dental and vision plans, virtual physical therapy, an employee assistance program (EAP), and voluntary accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnification programs.
• Financial Benefits: Retirement 401k program with company match, an employee stock purchase plan (voluntary), financial wellness planning, paid parental leave, flexible spending accounts (FSA) for child care and health care, short-term and long-term disability, basic life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D), adoption financial reimbursement, tuition reimbursement, voluntary life insurance (for employees, spouses, and children), and voluntary identity theft and fraud protection.
• 100% paid by ADS.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees