Product Development R&D Manager | Des Moines, IA

Andersen Corporation • Des Moines, IA

1d • $109,624 - $169,916

About The Position

We are looking for a collaborative and results-orientated Design Leader to join our team within the Research Development & Innovation (RD&I) organization. You will be working in an exciting high-visibility role which involves collaborative interaction with senior management, external customers, operations, IT, supply chain, marketing, finance, sales, and service. The primary responsibility is to energize your team to deliver product and process improvement projects from scoping through implementation following a stage gate methodology.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or engineering-related discipline
• 10 yrs in Product Development
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience leading technical teams

Nice To Haves

• 15+ years in Product Development or R&D
• 5+ years’ experience leading technical teams
• Advanced degree in engineering or MBA
• Lean Six Sigma experience
• Project or Program Leadership Experience

Responsibilities

• Lead with Impact: Represent RDI within the Storm Door Operating Committee. Engage in strategic planning for short and long term business success. Manage and execute moderately complex product development projects making a tangible difference in our product offerings.
• Inspire and Mentor: Provide technical coaching in project planning, execution, problem-solving, mechanical design analysis, test plan design, and results analysis to a talented team of design engineers, CAD designers, and technicians. Lead a team of 10-14.
• Collaborate and Innovate: Work closely with operations, senior and peer managers, external suppliers, manufacturing, quality, marketing, finance, sales, service, packaging engineering, materials engineering, legal, and regulatory teams to bring innovative products to life.
• Drive Excellence: Identify and deliver product design solutions aimed at business growth and operational excellence in safety, quality, delivery, and cost.
• Foster a Positive Environment: Create and maintain a high-morale, high-performance team culture that promotes employee satisfaction and development.
• Solve Complex Problems: Tackle practical problems with creativity and resourcefulness, even in situations with limited standardization and data.
• Manage Projects Successfully: Ensure success criteria are defined and met, adhering to detailed timelines and providing detailed coaching on project management.
• Champion RD&I Initiatives: Act as a liaison to coordinate and manage enterprise RD&I initiatives, supporting cross-functional efforts.

Benefits

• 401 (k) Plan, Employer Fixed Contributions & Company Matching
• Profit Sharing
• Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs), Health Savings Account (HSA) and Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
• Paid Maternity Leave & Paid Parental Leave
• Career Growth Planning & Nationwide Career Opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager