New Product Development Engineering Manager
About The Position
The New Product Development Engineering Manager at ITW Mechanical Fastening, a division of ITW, plays a critical role in shaping the future of some of the construction industry's most trusted fastening brands. In this role, you will lead the development and commercialization of innovative fastening and anchoring solutions by translating customer insights, market needs, and emerging technologies into differentiated products. Working closely with Engineering, Marketing, Sales, Operations, and Quality, you will help shape and execute product strategy, guide innovation efforts, and develop a high-performing team that delivers meaningful value for customers and profitable growth for the business.
Requirements
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
- 10+ years of progressive engineering experience in new product development and high-volume manufacturing environments.
- Demonstrated success building, developing, and leading engineering teams while delivering results through others.
- Strong technical foundation in mechanical product design, metallurgy, strength of materials, and manufacturing processes.
- Experience leading new product development initiatives from concept through commercialization, including project management, cross-functional leadership, and roadmap development.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with mechanical fasteners, construction products, or industry certifications and approvals such as ICC-ES, UL, or FM is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing engineering team while fostering a culture of innovation, accountability, technical excellence, and continuous improvement.
- Lead the New Product Development (NPD) stage-gate process, ensuring disciplined project execution, effective resource management, and alignment of engineering initiatives with annual and long-range business objectives.
- Partner with Marketing, Sales, and customers to translate customer insights and market opportunities into product strategies, technical requirements, and development roadmaps.
- Lead the development and commercialization of innovative fastening and anchoring solutions that deliver differentiated performance and customer value.
- Stay at the forefront of emerging technologies, market trends, customer needs, and competitive offerings to identify innovation opportunities and strengthen the product development pipeline.
- Lead cross-functional collaboration across Engineering, Operations, Quality, Supply Chain, and Commercial teams to optimize project execution, cost, schedule, and resource utilization.
Benefits
- comprehensive benefits package
- professional development opportunities
- performance-based rewards
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
