Engineering Manager - NPI

nVent; United States; Remote; USD 105,000 - 195,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global provider of electrical connection solutions seeks an Engineering Manager for NPI and Transformation. This role involves leading a team to drive innovation and efficiency in product development, ensuring alignment with industry standards. The candidate will manage NPI projects and optimize engineering processes, contributing to a secure world through inventive electrical solutions.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision plans

401(k) plan with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Parental leave

Paid time off

Qualifications

• Minimum 7-10 years of experience in product development and engineering management.
• Proven track record of successfully leading NPI projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineering team in NPI projects from concept to launch.
• Implement lean principles to drive efficiency in product development.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Communication

Problem Solving

Analytical Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Master's degree

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Job description

We’re looking for people who put their innovation to work to advance our success – and their own. Join an organization that ensures a more secure world through connecting and protecting our customers with inventive electrical solutions.

Position summary

nVent Hoffman Enclosures is seeking a dynamic and experienced Engineering Manager, NPI and Transformation to lead a team of engineers and designers focused on driving innovation and efficiency within our North American operations. This role will be instrumental in the development and launch of New Product Introductions (NPI), as well as leading strategic transformation initiatives to optimize engineering processes and product development cycles. The successful candidate will possess strong technical leadership, project management, and communication skills, with a proven track record of delivering results in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Key responsibilities

1. Lead the engineering team in aligning and completing NPI projects from concept to launch, ensuring alignment with timelines, budgets, and quality standards
2. Work with multi-functional teams, such as product management, marketing, operations, and sales, to define product requirements and specifications
3. Oversee the design, prototyping, testing, and validation of new products, ensuring compliance with relevant industry standards and regulations
4. Lead the transition of new products from engineering to manufacturing, ensuring smooth and efficient production ramp-up
5. Improve efficiency and reduce time-to-market by identifying and implementing standard methodologies for continuous improvement in the NPI process
6. Identify and lead strategic transformation initiatives to optimize engineering processes, tools, and methodologies
7. Implement lean principles and methodologies to drive efficiency and reduce waste in the product development lifecycle
8. Evaluate and implement new technologies and software tools to enhance engineering capabilities and productivity
9. Develop and maintain key performance indicators to track progress and measure the effectiveness of transformation initiatives
10. Nurture a culture of continuous improvement and innovation within the engineering team
11. Provide technical leadership and guidance to a team of engineers and designers, fostering a collaborative and high-performance environment
12. Mentor and develop team members, providing opportunities for professional growth and advancement
13. Lead resource allocation and project prioritization for the engineering team
14. Communicate effectively with internal and external partners, including senior management, customers, and suppliers
15. Prepare and present technical reports and presentations to communicate project status and key findings
16. Act as the engineering team's representative in multi-functional meetings and initiatives
17. Manage the engineering budget for assigned projects and initiatives

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field required; Master's degree preferred
• Minimum 7-10 years of experience in product development and engineering management, preferably in the industrial enclosures or related industry
• Proven track record of successfully leading NPI projects and driving transformation initiatives
• Strong understanding of engineering principles, design methodologies, and manufacturing processes
• Experience with CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD) and product lifecycle management (PLM) systems
• Knowledge of relevant industry standards and regulations (e.g., UL, NEMA)
• Excellent project management, problem-solving, and analytical skills
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated ability to lead and develop engineering teams
• Experience with sheet metal design and manufacturing is highly desirable

We have

• A dynamic global reach with diverse operations around the world that will stretch your abilities, provide plentiful career opportunities, and allow you to make an impact every day

• nVent is a leading global provider of electrical connection and protection solutions. We believe our inventive electrical solutions enable safer systems and ensure a more secure world. We design, manufacture, market, install and service high performance products and solutions that connect and protect some of the world's most sensitive equipment, buildings and critical processes. We offer a comprehensive range of systems protection and electrical connections solutions across industry-leading brands recognized globally for quality, reliability, and innovation.

• Our principal office is in London with our management office in Minneapolis, USA. Our portfolio includes brands like nVent CADDY, ERICO, HOFFMAN, ILSCO, SCHROFF, and TRACHTE, with a history spanning over 100 years. Learn more at www.nvent.com.

• Commitment to strengthening communities where our employees live and work

  • We encourage and support philanthropic activities of our employees worldwide

  • Through our nVent in Action matching program, we fund nonprofit and educational organizations where employees volunteer or donate

• Core values that shape our culture and drive us to deliver the best for our employees and customers, including:

  • Innovative & adaptable
  • Dedicated to absolute integrity
  • Customer first
  • Respectful and team-oriented
  • Optimistic and energizing
  • Accountable for performance

• Benefits to support our employees’ lives

Pay Transparency
nVent’s pay scale is based on the expected range of base pay for this job and the employee’s work location. Pay within this range depends on knowledge, skills, abilities, experience, education, and performance. Compliance with minimum wage laws is maintained.

Compensation Range: $105,000.00 - $195,000.00

Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for other compensation such as annual incentives.

Benefit Overview

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Medical, dental, vision plans, flexible spending, disability, critical illness, accident, and life insurance
• 401(k) plan and employee stock purchase plan with company match
• Additional benefits like tuition reimbursement, parental leave, back-up care, paid time off, well-being programs, and legal & identity theft protection

At nVent, we connect and protect our customers with inventive electrical solutions. We value diversity and inclusion, celebrating authenticity as a driver of growth.