Engineering Manager

We're Watts. Together, we're reimagining the future of water.

We feel proud every day about what we do. We're all part of the same crucial mission, no matter what function we support -- it's to provide safe, clean water for the world, and to protect our planet's most valuable resource.

What we do:

For 150 years, Watts has built best-in-class products that are trusted bycustomers in residential and commercial settings across the world.We areat theforefront of innovation, working with cutting-edge technology to provide smart andconnected, sustainable water solutions for the future. Watts is a leading brand with aquality reputation - and we have a dynamic future ahead.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• Support a team of manufacturing engineers, engineering and tool technicians, and engineering services that are involved in developing optimal processes for production including plant layout, machine selection, tooling, and standard work
• Oversees the development and implementation of all manufacturing processes to improve product cost, efficiency, and functionality of the factory.
• Ensures alignment between the manufacturing engineering team and other manufacturing departments to promote a cohesive relationship
• Responsible for the development and project management of new capital equipment to aid in improving manufacturing processes
• Provide direction on projects to ensure that safety is a priority and an integral part of the design and implementation of all and any projects
• Influence and drive cross-functional problem solving to ensure the attainment of continuous improvement objectives
• Develops and evaluates engineering changes and specification requirements
• Supports new product development (stage gate process) by ensuring proper and effective support of new product launches
• Oversees the on-time creation of all manufacturing documentation (BOMs, routings, work instructions, SOPs) and ensures that production rates and machine cycle times are available/accurate/consistent for new products per the project plan
• Works directly with operations and continuous improvement to optimize plant layout, material product flow, and plant efficiencies
• Support any and all control debugging, upgrades, and automation efforts as needed in the factory

EMPLOYEE CORE COMPETENCIES:

• Collaborate across workgroups
• Initiate positive change
• Deliver high quality results
• Focus on the Customer
• Develop self and others
• Accountability

EDUCATION:

Bachelor Degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, EMET, Industrial); MBA preferred

MANAGEMENT:

Manufacturing engineers, Engineering Technicians, and Engineering services

EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS:

• 10+ years of experience with manufacturing processes, new product introduction, machinery, and documentation.
• Comprehensive experience applying Lean and Six Sigma methodologies to continuous improvement and new product introduction efforts is required.
• Comprehensive knowledge of general mechanical engineering and mechanical design principles and practices.
• Strong knowledge of machining processes. Tooling and fixture design experience. CNC programming experience a plus.
• Extensive project management experience in product development and manufacturing environments.
• Proven leadership and management of diverse work teams.
• Excellent computer skills using Microsoft Office or equivalent software.Experience with Microsoft Project software is a plus. Experience in CAD and 3D software is a plus.
• Required to travel domestically and internationally less than 10% of the time.

• Works regularly in both office and production floor environments.
• Alternates between sitting, standing, and moving within the work area.
• Must be able to manipulate equipment used in performance of tasks.
• Other demands include but not limited to oral, written, and presentation/communications skills.

Watts in it for you:

Please note that the following benefits apply only to permanent roles and do not apply to internship roles.

• Competitive compensation based on your skills, qualifications and experience
• Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits
• Family building benefits, including paid maternity/paternity leave
• 10 paid holidays and Paid Time Off
• Continued professional development opportunities and educational reimbursement
• Additional perks such as fitness reimbursements and employee discount programs
• Learn more about our benefit offerings here: https://tapintowattsbenefits.com/

How we work:

At Watts, our culture is team-oriented and supportive. Employees here genuinely care about the quality of their work, and about each other. Our people are the heart of who we are and contribute to our longevity and continued success.

And this is a place where you can have a big career. No matter your role, there are opportunities for learning and development, and your daily contributions make a meaningful impact on the lives of people who use our products and on the future of water.

Watts is committed to equal employment opportunity. We follow a policy of administering all employment decisions and personnel actions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, national origin, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, genetic disposition or carrier status, marital status, military or veteran status, minorities, or any other category protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Consistent with the obligations of state and federal law, Watts will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Any employee who needs a reasonable accommodation should contact Human Resources.