Engineering Director - Fall Protection & NPI

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

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.