Legacy Pumps: Sustaining Engineering Lead

Ingersoll Rand; Sheboygan (WI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Ingersoll Rand in Sheboygan, WI is seeking a Sustaining Engineering Manager to lead a team focused on legacy pump products, ensuring production continuity and ongoing quality.

The role includes cross‑functional collaboration across manufacturing, quality, supply chain, and R&D, driving cost reductions, design improvements (I2V), and supplier risk mitigation. A strong engineering leader with 8+ years of experience is needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related engineering discipline is required (Master's degree or MBA preferred).
• 8+ years of relevant engineering experience.
• 3+ years in a technical leadership or management role within pump solutions, fluid handling, or related industries.
• PMP/Six Sigma certifications a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of sustaining engineers to support legacy pump production lines.
• Oversee and prioritize the resolution of complex production and supplier issues to minimize downtime and ensure supply continuity.
• Direct the identification and qualification of alternative components and suppliers to address obsolescence and mitigate supply risks.
• Guide and approve I2V, cost‑reduction, and design simplification projects to improve product performance and reduce costs.
• Ensure all engineering changes and documentation updates comply with regulatory, quality, and company standards.
• Drive root cause analysis and corrective action for recurring or high‑impact production and field issues.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, quality, supply chain, and R&D leadership to align on priorities and resource allocation.
• Monitor and report on KPIs related to sustaining engineering activities, such as uptime, cost savings, and issue resolution.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and operational excellence within the team.
• Manage team workload, performance, and professional development, including recruiting, training, and performance reviews.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for legacy product support with internal and external stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Job description

Ingersoll Rand in Sheboygan, WI is seeking a Sustaining Engineering Manager to lead a team focused on legacy pump products, ensuring production continuity and ongoing quality.

The role includes cross‑functional collaboration across manufacturing, quality, supply chain, and R&D, driving cost reductions, design improvements (I2V), and supplier risk mitigation. A strong engineering leader with 8+ years of experience is needed.