Product Engineering Supervisor (Pratt Valves)

muellerwaterproducts; Kimball (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Mueller Water Products, Inc. is seeking a Product Engineering Supervisor for Pratt Valves in Kimball, TN. You will lead the product engineering team, guide design and development, and collaborate with manufacturing, QA, and sales to meet project objectives.

The role demands hands-on engineering work, strong leadership, and knowledge of lean manufacturing and Six Sigma methods to drive cost improvements and quality.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering is required.
• 4–7 years of external product engineering and leadership experience, or 2–5 years with Mueller product experience and demonstrated leadership.
• Working knowledge of Lean manufacturing and Six Sigma tools.
• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of employees and stakeholders.
• Experience with 2D/3D CAD and PLM systems.

Responsibilities

• Directs activities and provides guidance to Product Engineers to meet project objectives.
• Ensures compliant product development using relevant industry standards and specifications.
• Facilitates communication between plant staff and Corporate NPD to drive product diversification.
• Maintains current understanding of product offerings to inform design decisions.
• Establishes test requirements and procedures to ensure quality and functionality.
• Liaises with sales to align strategies and address customer needs.
• Tracks project and backlog status and provides regular updates.
• Provides 2D/3D drawings as needed to meet schedules.

Skills

Coaching and accountability

Influence to achieve goals

Assess and train others

Effective communication

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma

CAD software

PLM databases

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering

Tools

CAD software

PLM databases

Job description

Who We Are:

Thank you for your interest in Mueller Water Products, Inc.

For more than 165 years, Mueller Water Products, Inc. has been building the future of water infrastructure. From lifesaving fire protection to data intelligence, we are committed to developing products and solutions that help cities and utilities deliver clean, safe drinking water to hundreds of millions of people across North America.

Our purpose is to connect communities to water, life's most essential resource, with exceptional, people solutions and products. Behind that purpose is a dedicated team, united by our shared values of respect, integrity, trust, inclusion and safety. With a vision to be the leader in water infrastructure solutions-solving challenges, enriching lives and safeguarding the future-we are making a positive impact that will last for generations.

By joining Mueller, you become part of a dynamic team dedicated to excellence and innovation, working collaboratively to achieve meaningful results. We champion our people because when they succeed, our communities thrive. We invite you to learn more about career opportunities with us and consider submitting your application.

Product Engineering Supervisor (Pratt Valves)

Mueller Water Products is the nation's leading manufacturer of flow control devices for the water and gas distribution industries and has an immediate opening for a Product Engineering Supervisor in our newest Kimball, TN facility. For over 160 years MWP's manufacturing commitment has ensured one of the world's most precious resources, clean drinking water, reaches millions of people daily. Come be a part of something that sustains and enriches the lives of every human being.

Job Description

As a Product Engineering Supervisor , you will oversee the direction and assignment of work within your identified product group. You will be a first line leader for all product engineering needs for your group, maintaining relationships with direct reports as well as stakeholders within the manufacturing facility and externally. This is a working supervisory role, and the supervisor will be required to perform engineering work as necessary to achieve the goals of the department.

Primary Responsibilities

• Directs the activities and provides guidance to Product Engineers and to meet project objectives.
• Utilizes relevant industry standards and specifications to ensure compliant product development.
• Facilitates communication between local plant staff and the Corporate NPD group to drive the development and diversification of product lines.
• Maintains an updated understanding of the company's product offerings in the relevant areas to inform initial design decisions effectively.
• Cultivates positive relationships with manufacturing personnel, addressing design-related issues, implementing cost‑saving measures, and coordinating VAVE projects.
• Establishes test requirements and procedures for new or modified products to ensure quality and functionality.
• Nurtures productive partnerships with approved agencies such as UL, FM, and ISO to uphold regulatory compliance and product certifications.
• Serves as a direct liaison between the sales team and product engineering to align strategies and address customer needs effectively.
• Conducts regular one‑on‑one meetings with team members to provide feedback, support professional development, and ensure alignment with corporate objectives. Manages bi‑annual talent management process for employees maintaining goals of the department.
• Track engineering projects and metrics and provide regular updates of project and backlog status.
• As needed, provide 2D and 3D working drawings according to requirements, ensuring timely schedule completion.
• Performs additional duties as assigned to support the overall goals and objectives of the organization.

Required Skills

• Comfortable coaching and holding others accountable.
• Demonstrated ability to successfully achieve goals through influence.
• Ability to assess and train others.
• Must be able to communicate in an effective manner with all levels of employees.
• Working knowledge of Lean manufacturing and Six Sigma tools.
• Outstanding PC/Systems knowledge and skills including 2D and 3D CAD software and PLM databases.
• Strong communications and interpersonal skills with ability to interact with all levels of employees, customers, and outside professionals.
• Knowledge dealing with manufacturing situations, quality standards, product development, CAD/CAM, technical specifications, and project management.
• Travel may be required occasionally.

Required Education/Experience

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or similar technical degree.
• 4 to 7 years of relevant external product engineering and leadership experience - or
• 2 to 5 years of excelling relevant Mueller product experience, exhibiting strong leadership qualities.

Preferred:

• Direct experience in valves, controls, or similar applicable industrial products is desirable.
• Knowledge of AWWA valve s