Engineering Director

SureWerx; Deer Park (TX); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

SureWerx is seeking an Engineering Director to lead our design engineering team and act as technical authority for Fall Protection. This role owns drawing control, design compliance, testing, certification, and the NPI process, shaping technical strategy on a global scale.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in engineering management, proven experience with engineering software platforms, and strong cross-functional collaboration.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive engineering management experience.
• Proven experience with engineering software platforms.
• Hands-on experience with Fall Protection calculations and testing.
• Strong project management background.
• Demonstrated New Product Development / NPI experience.
• Excellent presentation and communication skills.
• Ability to build strong cross-functional relationships.
• Experience with end-user applications of safety products.
• Ability to interpret, apply, and clearly communicate technical product specifications.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Access, PowerPoint).
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
• Continuous learner with a creative and progressive mindset.
• Collaborative team player with a good sense of humor.

Responsibilities

• Build and lead the SureWerx design engineering team and strengthen Fall Protection technical capabilities in partnership with the GM.
• Manage project timelines and budgets aligned with Product Management direction and business cases.
• Supervise contract engineering firms and oversee related annual budgets.
• Establish and maintain engineering software platforms and robust drawing control processes.
• Provide legal investigation and litigation support as needed.
• Serve as the authorized signatory for engineered systems.
• Own New Product Introduction (NPI) process control and continuous improvement.
• Ensure certification verification, regulatory compliance, and product/packaging markings.
• Deliver customer use-case counseling and technical guidance.
• Develop and approve Instruction for Use (IFU) strategies.
• Mentor and develop direct and indirect reports through onboarding, training, performance management, and ongoing communication.
• Field troubleshooting inquiries from end users and distributors.
• Support the GM with target acquisitions, due diligence, and post-acquisition integration.
• Maintain key relationships with testing and certification bodies; manage all related documentation.
• Respond to technical questions and concerns from customers, sales, and service teams.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

Skills

Engineering management

Software platforms

Fall Protection testing

Project management

NPI experience

Communication skills

Cross-functional collaboration

End-user safety products

Technical communication

MS Office

Travel readiness

Education

PE licence

Job description

10+ years of progressive engineering management experience

Proven experience with engineering software platforms

Hands-on experience with Fall Protection calculations and testing

Remote

Educational Requirements

• Current or previous Professional Engineering (PE) licence

SureWerx is a leading manufacturer of innovative safety, tool and equipment products and solutions. Since 1957, we have been trusted to keep all who use our products safe in even the most challenging environments. Today, our growing family of world-leading brands serves customers and partners across the U.S., Canada, and Europe.

At SureWerx, you'll have the opportunity to challenge yourself in a supportive, growth-oriented culture of industry leaders. You’ll help chart our future as we continue to expand into new products, services, and markets. And we’ll invest in your career development, enabling you to grow and succeed.

We are seeking an Engineering Director to lead our design engineering team and serve as the technical authority for our Fall Protection product category. This role owns drawing control, design compliance, testing and certification, and the New Product Introduction (NPI) process. The Engineering Director will build and guide the engineering team through process excellence and ideation while managing budgets related to NPI, intellectual property, testing, and certifications. This role offers the opportunity to shape technical strategy and product excellence on a global scale within a critical safety category.

This position partners closely with Marketing, Finance, Sales, and Supply Chain to drive product line development, enhancements, certification, IP creation, and end-customer support.

The ideal candidate will be located within a commutable distance to Deer Park, Texas and is able to travel 30% of the time.

Key Responsibilities

• Build and lead the SureWerx design engineering team and strengthen Fall Protection technical capabilities in partnership with the GM
• Manage project timelines and budgets aligned with Product Management direction and business cases
• Supervise contract engineering firms and oversee related annual budgets
• Establish and maintain engineering software platforms and robust drawing control processes
• Provide legal investigation and litigation support as needed
• Serve as the authorized signatory for engineered systems
• Own New Product Introduction (NPI) process control and continuous improvement
• Ensure certification verification, regulatory compliance, and product/packaging markings
• Deliver customer use-case counseling and technical guidance
• Develop and approve Instruction for Use (IFU) strategies
• Mentor and develop direct and indirect reports through onboarding, training, performance management, and ongoing communication
• Field troubleshooting inquiries from end users and distributors
• Support the GM with target acquisitions, due diligence, and post-acquisition integration
• Maintain key relationships with testing and certification bodies; manage all related documentation
• Respond to technical questions and concerns from customers, sales, and service teams
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned

Education & Experience

• 10+ years of progressive engineering management experience
• Proven experience with engineering software platforms
• Hands-on experience with Fall Protection calculations and testing
• Strong project management background
• Demonstrated New Product Development / NPI experience
• Excellent presentation and communication skills
• Ability to build strong cross-functional relationships
• Experience with end-user applications of safety products
• Ability to interpret, apply, and clearly communicate technical product specifications
• Highly organized and detail-oriented
• Strong research, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel, Access, and PowerPoint)
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment
• Continuous learner with a creative and progressive mindset
• Collaborative team player with a good sense of humor

Preferred

• Current or previous Professional Engineering (PE) licence

SureWerx is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at SureWerx are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, Strategic, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. SureWerx will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.

Applicants must have valid authorization to work in the United States for any employer and must not require, now or in the future, visa sponsorship, or visa transfer.

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