Engineering Manager, Water Safety

Watts Water Technologies

Massachusetts

Hybrid

USD 168,000 - 179,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Watts Water Technologies is seeking an Engineering Manager, Water Safety, to drive new product innovation in mechanical engineering and fluid dynamics. Lead cross‑functional teams across design, CAD, and pilot manufacturing from concept through launch.

The role requires 10+ years in product development, strong project management, and expertise in CFD, DFMEAs, and CAD tooling. Office in North Andover with a hybrid schedule.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering required; masters preferred.
10+ years in product development, preferably in fluid‑handling or valve applications.
Experience managing cross‑functional projects end‑to‑end.
Proficient in 3D CAD; Autodesk Inventor preferred.
Knowledge of Design for Manufacturability and Design for Assembly; program accounting.

Responsibilities

Lead full lifecycle project execution from concept to pilot builds, managing schedules and budgets.
Communicate effectively across business levels, tailoring complexity to the audience.
Influence and motivate teams through empathy and credible leadership.
Support Product Management through Stage‑Gate, balancing customer requirements with engineering constraints.
Partner cross‑functionally with Product Management, Sourcing, Operations, Finance, and Manufacturing.
Integrate mechanical, electrical, and software elements into cohesive product designs and benchmark against legacy designs.
Approve engineering deliverables and documentation, including DFMEAs/PFMEAs and test reports.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

Project management

CFD analysis

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Autodesk Inventor

3D CAD

DFM/ DFA

CFD tools

Job description

We’re Watts. Together, we’re reimagining the future of water. We feel proud every day about what we do. We're all part of the same crucial mission, no matter what function we support -- it's to provide safe, clean water for the world, and to protect our planet's most valuable resource.

What we do: For 150 years, Watts has built best-in-class products that are trusted by customers in residential and commercial settings across the world. We are at the forefront of innovation, working with cutting-edge technology to provide smart and connected, sustainable water solutions for the future. Watts is a leading brand with a quality reputation — and we have a dynamic future ahead. Watts Water Technologies designs and manufactures products and solutions that promote the safety, efficiency, and control of water across commercial, residential, industrial, and municipal applications. Our mission is to ensure the Earth’s most precious resources remain safer, cleaner, and more useful for our customers.

The Engineering Manager, Water Safety is a highly technical leader responsible for driving new product innovation with a deep focus on mechanical engineering, fluid dynamics, and pressure-balancing valve design. This role requires mastery of advanced engineering analysis tools, strong system engineering capabilities, and the ability to lead complex programs from concept through launch. This position partners closely with Product Management and leads a cross-functional engineering team including Design Engineers, CAD Resources, and Pilot Manufacturing to deliver NPD programs on time, on budget, and at exceptional technical quality. The ideal candidate is a flexible, hands-on leader who thrives in a dynamic environment with shifting customer and business priorities. This position reports to the Director of Engineering and is based in our North Andover, MA office.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

Lead full‑lifecycle project execution including planning, risk assessment, team formation, milestones, reporting, and escalation, while managing NPD schedules, budgets, and deliverables from concept through pilot builds and driving effective program meetings, accountability, and action‑item closure.
Communicate effectively across all business levels; technical and non-technical, tailoring complexity to audience needs.
Influence and motivate teams through empathy, credibility, and collaborative leadership.
Support Product Management through Stage‑Gate, recommending technical value propositions and balancing customer requirements with engineering constraints to define optimal solutions.
Partner cross‑functionally with Product Management, Sourcing, Operations, Finance, and Manufacturing to achieve program objectives.
Integrate mechanical, electrical, and software elements into cohesive product‑level designs and benchmark new concepts against legacy designs.
Approve engineering deliverables; specs, drawings, material requirements, DFMEAs/PFMEAs, and verification reports, while organizing and documenting all analytical and experimental results.
Proficient in CFD for flow modeling, pressure‑drop analysis, cavitation prediction, and valve optimization, with the ability to interpret, challenge, and generate simulations that correlate with test data.
Expert in force‑balance calculations and sealing technologies, including O‑rings, bellows, diaphragms, and compatibility and failure modes across temperature, chemical, and pressure ranges.
Coach junior engineers in advanced mechanical and fluid‑dynamic principles and translate tribal knowledge into clear, teachable engineering practices.
Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies.
All other duties as required.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field required, Master’s degree preferred.
10+ years of product development experience, preferably in fluid‑handing or valve applications.
Proven engineering project/program management experience, with the ability to independently manage cross‑functional projects and processes beyond immediate responsibilities.
Proficient knowledge in the use of 3D CAD solid modeling software, Auto Desk Inventor preferred.
Experience with cost estimations, Design for Manufacturability (DFM), Design for Assembly (DFA) approaches, and program accounting.
Strong interpersonal communication skills for interaction with various engineering teams, suppliers, customers, regulatory personnel, and management.
Experience collaborating with overseas development teams and manufacturing partners, as well as familiarity with copper alloy and iron casting/forging, plastics, and plastic molding for water systems, is a plus.
Practical experience and knowledge of compliance, test standards, and third‑party certification requirements.
Strong decision making, critical thinking, analytical and problem‑solving skills.
Ability to manage projects or processes that span outside of immediate responsibilities and work independently with little supervision in an effective manner.
Comprehensive verbal, written, and presentation skills, capable of interacting with various levels of management.
Demonstrates flexibility in work assignments to effectively meet the team’s needs.
Proficient knowledge of Microsoft 365 Applications.
Prior experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred.
Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.

GENERAL APPLICABLE COMPANY COMPETENCIES

Commitment to Watts’ values of integrity, accountability, continuous improvement and innovation, and transparency, Punctuality and dependability, Ability to be flexible and adapt to changing work priorities and stressful conditions, Adherence to all personnel policies, procedures, and standards of process as implemented by Watts, Maintain productive and collaborative relationships with other Watts employees. Adherence to Watts’ seven cultural beliefs: Growth Mindset, Customer‑Focused Innovation, Constant Communication, Clear Goals, Collaborate Globally, Be Inclusive, and Take Action.

THE EXPECTED SALARY RANGE

The expected salary range for this position is $168,000 - $179,000/yr. Actual compensation will be dependent upon individual skills, experience, qualifications, and applicable law.

WORKING CONDITIONS

While performing the job duties, you will be working in an office environment and may, at times, be required to be present on the engineering development floor and will be required to wear the appropriate personal protective equipment. You will be required to work in the office at the No. Andover location three days per week (Monday – Wednesday) and can work remotely two days per week (Thursday and Friday). Up to 15% travel, including customer visits, training events, and company meetings.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Specific physical abilities required for this position include, but are not limited to: Ability to remain seated at a desk or workstation for extended periods. Ability to perform repetitive tasks like typing on a keyboard or using a mouse for extended periods. Ability to physically move around the office, organize or transport files, packages, or other office-related materials. Ability to read documents, use a computer, and perform data entry tasks. Ability to communicate clearly with management and coworkers, particularly in meetings or phone calls. Ability to operate standard office equipment such as computers, printers, phones, and copiers. Ability to occasionally lift and carry light objects, such as office supplies, documents, or small equipment. Nothing in this job description restricts Watts’ right to assign or reassign duties, responsibilities, and working hours/conditions to this position at any time. This position is 'at will', which means that either the employee or Watts may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without notice, and for any lawful reason.

BENEFITS

Competitive compensation based on your skills, qualifications and experience
Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits
Family building benefits, including paid maternity/paternity leave
10 paid holidays and Paid Time Off
Continued professional development opportunities and educational reimbursement
Additional perks such as fitness reimbursements and employee discount programs

Learn more about our benefit offerings here: https://tapintowattsbenefits.com/

HOW WE WORK

At Watts, our culture is team-oriented and supportive. Employees here genuinely care about the quality of their work, and about each other. Our people are the heart of who we are and contribute to our longevity and continued success. And this is a place where you can have a big career. No matter your role, there are opportunities for learning and development, and your daily contributions make a meaningful impact on the lives of people who use our products and on the future of water.

EEO AND DIVERSITY

Watts is committed to equal employment opportunity. We follow a policy of administering all employment decisions and personnel actions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, national origin, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, genetic disposition or carrier status, marital status, military or veteran status, minorities, or any other category protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Consistent with the obligations of state and federal law, Watts will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Any employee who needs a reasonable accommodation should contact Human Resources.

COMPANY PROFILE

Watts Water is a global leader of quality water solutions for residential, industrial, municipal, and commercial settings. Our family of brands offers some of the most varied product lines in the world, with world-class, water-related solutions focused on: Drainage and Water Reuse HVAC and Hot Water Plumbing and Flow Control Water Quality and Rainwater Harvesting. We are a 1.9 billion global company, listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) with a presence in five (5) continents and twenty-four (24) countries, and an employee population that speaks over eighteen (18) languages. As a people-first company, we prize enriching and caring for all who work here not only through words but through actions. This includes executing our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) strategy, and providing our employees with meaningful career growth opportunities, a positive and safe work environment, and affirmation that they are heard, valued, and respected. We are proud to be an organization that believes that a safer world is a more sustainable world – a belief that we proudly reflect in each of our technologies and solutions and our environmental and social commitments, such as our partnership with Planet Water Foundation.