Engineering Manager - Siteworks

Elkay Manufacturing Corporation; Erie (Erie County); On-site; USD 120,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Comprehensive Benefits

401(k) match

Health Savings Account

Vacation 3 weeks

12 Paid Holidays

Annual Bonus Eligibility

Educational Reimbursement

Matching Gift Program

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Job summary

Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation is seeking an Engineering Manager for Siteworks to lead the Application and Product Engineering functions that support accurate quoting, design, manufacturing, and installation of Siteworks products.

The role focuses on engineering performance, product compliance, cross‑functional collaboration, and continuous improvement across trench drain, stainless steel, and green turtle lines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Civil Engineering.
• PE license required; master’s degree a plus.
• Strong knowledge of site construction practices and manufacturing processes.
• Experience leading engineering teams and managing cross-functional initiatives.
• Excellent communication with customers, sales, and operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of engineers and drafters, establishing clear goals and development plans.
• Own critical engineering metrics including On-Time Delivery and first pass yield.
• Manage BOMs, ECNs, and revision control across product lines.
• Ensure documentation: specifications, installation instructions, white papers.
• Collaborate with customers and reps to provide expert level service on sites and projects.
• Ensure compliance with AHJ requirements and applicable codes.

Skills

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Team mentoring

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

PE license

Master’s degree a plus

Tools

CAD systems

Job description

Engineering Manager - Siteworks

The Company

Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation is a thriving, values-driven company focused on doing the right things. We’re a fast growing, publicly traded company (NYSE: ZWS), with an enduring reputation for integrity, giving back, and providing an engaging, inclusive environment where careers flourish and grow.

Named by Newsweek as One of America’s Most Responsible Companies and an Energage USA Top Workplace, at Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation, we never forget that our people are at the center of what makes us successful. They are the driving force behind our superior quality, product ingenuity, and exceptional customer experience. Our commitment to our people and their professional development is a recipe for success that has fueled our growth for over 100 years, as one of today’s leading international suppliers of plumbing and water delivery solutions.

Headquartered in Milwaukee, WI, Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation employs over 2800 employees worldwide, working from 24 locations across the U.S., China, Canada, Dubai, and Mexico, with sales offices available around the globe. We hope you’ll visit our website and learn more about Zurn Elkay at zurnelkay.com.

If you’re ready to join a company where what you do makes a difference and you have pride in the work you are doing, talk to us about joining the Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation family!

The Siteworks Engineering Manager is responsible for leading Application and Product Engineering functions to support successful and accurate quoting, design, manufacturing, and installation of Siteworks products. This role ensures a high level of engineering performance, product compliance, cross-functional collaboration, and continuous improvement across trench drain, stainless steel, and green turtle product lines. The ideal candidate is a proven people leader with hands‑on experience in civil site construction and manufactured products, capable of driving results through disciplined engineering processes and customer‑focused execution.

Key Accountabilities

• Lead team on creating site layout designs, technical drawings, and other site drawing requirements for successful quote and installation of products.
• Own critical engineering performance metrics, including drawing On Time Delivery (OTD), first pass yield, responsiveness to customer needs, etc.
• Accountable for metrics for custom solutions, including OTD, product bills of materials (BOM), and overall customer satisfaction.
• Accountable for technical engineering documentation, including specification sheets, installation instructions, application guides, white papers, etc.
• Collaborate with customers and REP’s to provide expert level service on specific job sites and projects.
• Ensure products and applications are in compliance with local Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) requirements and applicable codes and standards.
• Maintain accountability for overall product part design across assigned product lines, including CAD files, BOM’s, engineering change notices (ECN’s), and revision control.
• Work cross functionally with operations to ensure seamless transition from design to production and consistent product execution.
• Identify opportunities to simplify/standardize product categories in order to simplify customer selection and product manufacturing.
• Collaborate with Flow Systems New Product Development Engineering team on product ideas, improvement opportunities, etc.
• Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives related to processes, workflows, digital tools, and technology integration.
• Establish and maintain standard work, documented processes, and engineering best practices across trench drain, stainless steel, and green turtle product lines.
• Serve as a technical subject‑matter expert, educating internal teams and external partners on civil construction and how it applies to Siteworks products.
• Lead, coach, and mentor a team of engineers and drafters, setting clear expectations, performance goals, and development plans.
• Drive engagement by fostering an environment that values collaboration, problem‑solving, continuous improvement.
• Ensure the team consistently delivers high‑quality engineering outputs aligned with business objectives.

Qualifications/Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Civil Engineering, Professional Engineer (PE) license, or Master’s degree a plus.
• 7-10 years of experience in engineering roles related to site construction, civil infrastructure, or engineering product manufacturing.
• Successful prior experience managing engineering teams and functions similar in complexity and scope to this role.
• Strong working knowledge of site construction practices, engineering products, CAD systems, and manufacturing processes.
• Demonstrated ability to manage performance metrics, lead cross‑functional initiatives, and balance customer requirements.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with customers, sales teams, operations, and senior leadership.

Total Rewards and Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Medical, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD, AD&D, and Life Insurance
• Matching 401(k) Contribution
• Health Savings Account
• Up to 3 weeks starting Vacation (may increase with tenure)
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Annual Bonus Eligibility
• Educational Reimbursement
• Matching Gift Program
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan – purchase company stock at a discount!

Equal Opportunity Employer – Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran