Compensation Strategy Lead

PennEngineering; Pennsylvania; Hybrid; USD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with match

Paid time off

Onsite gym

Training programs

Referral bonuses

Technology provided

Job summary

PennEngineering is seeking a seasoned Compensation Manager to lead company-wide compensation design, implementation, and governance in a hybrid Danboro, PA environment. You will partner with HR, Finance, and executives to shape base pay, short- and long-term incentives, and equity programs across the global organization.

The ideal candidate has deep expertise in compensation methodology, Mercer surveys, and strong analytical and project-management skills to deliver cost-effective programs that

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, business, finance, or related field.
• 5–7 years of experience in compensation, including executive comp.
• Experience with Mercer or similar compensation surveys.
• Design and administration of short- and long-term incentive programs.
• Strong knowledge of job evaluation, salary structures, and market pricing.
• Knowledge of US laws governing base and incentive pay; advanced Excel.

Responsibilities

• Lead development, implementation, and administration of compensation programs.
• Prepare materials and recommendations for the Compensation Committee and Board.
• Partner with Finance on equity programs and accounting implications.
• Monitor effectiveness and align practices with market trends and objectives.
• Participate in global benchmark surveys to ensure competitiveness.
• Provide guidance to HR partners and managers on compensation decisions.
• Develop, compile, and present compensation data and proposals to senior leadership.
• Oversee compensation tools and data quality to improve efficiency and experience.

Skills

Compensation design

Executive compensation

Global compensation

Mercer methodology

Equity incentives

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Mercer survey tools

Excel

HRIS

ADP Lyric

PowerPoint

Job description

PennEngineering is seeking a seasoned Compensation Manager to lead company-wide compensation design, implementation, and governance in a hybrid Danboro, PA environment. You will partner with HR, Finance, and executives to shape base pay, short- and long-term incentives, and equity programs across the global organization.

The ideal candidate has deep expertise in compensation methodology, Mercer surveys, and strong analytical and project-management skills to deliver cost-effective programs that