Engineering Manager

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Generac has not only seen success as a company but we have compassion for communities where we live and work. We are the #1 company is storm response, throughout the company's history, we have remained passionate about helping those in need??? both in our day-to-day roles and in our efforts to give back. This commitment is our responsibility, pride and passion.

In the role of Engineering Manager in Waukesha, you will be a part of the Commercial and Industrial team. In this role you are responsible for all engineering activities including new product introductions, cost reduction, technology/research, and lifecycle product support. This position works closely with the business group and other functional leaders in the company (service, operations, supply chain, finance) and is responsible for providing executive leadership and management for the industrial/commercial engineering function.

This position reports to the Director of Engineering and works cross functionally.

Responsibilities:

• Work directly with Business Group in developing a global product development roadmap that targets specific customers' needs. Work with leaders to realize significant growth opportunities in the residential/industrial/commercial marketplace.
• Effectively manage the development process (e.g. develop time compression techniques, design/application standards for improved repeatability, manage process globally/across multiple locations).
• Manages issues specific to industrial/commercial market such as shipping, cost, and bidding process.
• Foster collaboration between engineering, sales, operations, finance, and other departments to identify and harvest new engineering concepts, technologies, techniques, standards and procedures.
• Manage expenses ensure regulatory compliance and support corporate goals (e.g. revenue growth, profitability, market penetration).
• Provide engineering leadership and design oversight functions for new product development projects including: creating and maintaining development schedules, executing product development plans (schedule, product cost, resources to complete project, quality targets, product specification adherence, development and prove out of product validation test plans, etc.), interfacing with internal company personnel.
• Ensure the optimal application of technology and engineering resources to meet industrial/commercial product development requirements, per the sales/marketing plan.
• Develop and lead the product development life cycle which includes interaction from the various business segments throughout design, manufacturability, and serviceability providing our customers the very best in innovation, quality and customer satisfaction.
• Engage in and lead business planning processes, recruitment, retention, talent acquisition, development, and mentoring.
• Create and maintain an organizational culture which encourages innovation, collaboration, excitement/commitment and a sense of urgency toward goals, and continuous improvement. Challenges team members to question the status quo and ensure that all aspects of the design, development and support process are optimal for the industrial/commercial market.
• Develop engineering talent throughout the company, identifying training and growth plans for employees.
• Designs and directs the work of the team. Selects, coaches and develops staff. Sets clear expectations to inspire and motivate the team. Manages performance-- recognizing achievement, providing feedback and administering progressive discipline when necessary.
• Establish the vision and strategy to drive world class excellence within engineering team. Drive results that are specifically targeted to the residential/industrial/commercial market. Leads process with corporate planning and new product development teams.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelors of Science Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering
• 10 years of engineering experience, preferably in an industrial / commercial products environment;
• 5 years of management experience;

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience with global product releases throughout the entire product life cycle desired;
• Demonstrated ability to deliver results while working on multiple global projects simultaneously, balancing resources, timing and quality of outcomes;

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Demonstrated ability to deliver results while working on multiple global projects simultaneously, balancing resources, timing and quality of outcomes;
• Demonstrated team building and leadership skills;
• Solid understanding of engineering technical issues/needs, financial, sales, and marketing as related to product design and development;
• Excellent communication skills;
• Self-driven, highly motivated, flexible and high capacity to learn
• Previous experience using SAP or equivalent ERP.

You will not be considered an official applicant unless you apply directly to the Generac careers page:

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear; and use hands to manipulate objects or controls. The employee is regularly required to stand and walk. On occasion the incumbent may be required to stoop, bend or reach above the shoulders. The employee must occasionally lift up to 25 pounds. Specific conditions of this job are typical of frequent and continuous computer-based work requiring periods of sitting, close vision and ability to adjust focus. Occasional travel.

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