Projects Execution & Engineering Manager

GRUNDFOS; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 122,000 - 198,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Home working opportunities

Parental support

Annual bonuses

Health insurance

Volunteer leave (3 days)

Job summary

Grundfos in Brookshire, Texas is seeking a Project Execution & Engineering Leader to provide strategic and operational leadership for the Project Execution & Engineering organization, developing people, strengthening cross-functional alignment, and driving project excellence across our modular systems portfolio.

The role requires 15+ years in sales/engineering, 7+ years of people leadership, hands-on SAP experience, and a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Civil, or Industrial Engineering; an MBA

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Civil, or Industrial Engineering.
• 15+ years of sales/engineering experience, preferably in pump/modular systems.
• 7+ years of people leadership in manufacturing or ETO environments.
• Hands-on SAP experience for project tracking, BOM management, and order fulfillment.

Responsibilities

• Lead, develop, and mentor project managers and engineers with clear expectations.
• Provide senior-level oversight of the project portfolio and ensure objectives are met.
• Align execution priorities with business strategy through cross-functional partnership.
• Establish governance standards and scalable processes to improve cycle time and predictability.
• Evaluate capacity and staffing needs to build long-term capability.
• Serve as escalation point for complex customer issues and cross-functional decisions.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Business acumen

Project execution

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Civil, or Industrial Engineering

MBA or advanced business degree

Tools

SAP

Job description

Are you a strategic leader who thrives on building high-performing teams and driving complex project portfolios to deliver exceptional outcomes for customers? Then join us in our mission to pioneer smarter solutions for moving and transforming water, reducing energy consumption, and enhancing quality of life for people.

As our Project Execution & Engineering Leader, you will be providing strategic and operational leadership for the entire Project Execution & Engineering organization by developing people, strengthening cross-functional alignment, and driving project excellence across our modular systems portfolio. You'll be part of a diverse, supportive and inclusive culture, that celebrates our differences and puts people first by fostering growth, well-being, and a sense of belonging.

What you will be doing

As a key part of the Project Execution & Engineering team, you'll create impact by leading organizational transformation that elevates project delivery performance, strengthens team capabilities, and ensures Grundfos consistently exceeds customer expectations across every project we execute. This role is hybrid (at least 3 days per week in office) in our Brookshire, Texas site.

• Lead, develop, and mentor project managers, project engineers, and assistant project managers — establishing clear expectations, accountability, and a culture of continuous improvement across the organization
• Provide senior-level oversight of the project portfolio, identifying risks, driving escalation resolution, and ensuring projects meet financial, schedule, quality, and customer satisfaction objectives
• Align Project Execution & Engineering priorities with business strategy by partnering with Sales, Operations, Finance, and Supply Chain leadership to anticipate execution requirements and support growth
• Establish governance standards, scalable processes, and best practices that improve cycle time, predictability, and the overall customer experience across business units
• Evaluate organizational capacity, pipeline, and resource needs — making strategic recommendations on staffing, structure, and succession planning to build long-term capability
• Serve as senior escalation point for complex customer issues, commercial negotiations, and cross-functional decisions requiring experienced judgment

What makes you a great fit

Above all, you are a seasoned engineering and project execution leader with exceptional stakeholder management skills, strong business acumen, and a proven track record of building organizational capability while delivering measurable results in complex manufacturing environments. We would also imagine that you have:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Civil, or Industrial Engineering (or equivalent combination of training, education, and experience)
• 15+ years of sales/engineering experience, preferably with pump and/or modular solutions manufacturers
• 7+ years of people leadership experience managing project engineers and project managers in manufacturing or engineered-to-order environments
• Hands-on SAP experience for project tracking, BOM management, and order fulfillment

It is a plus if you also:

• MBA or advanced business degree
• Knowledge of Grundfos pumps and packaged pump systems
• Ability to read P&IDs and fabrication drawings

Why you will love working here

• A working environment built around your needs, with flexible hours, home working opportunities and parental support.
• Annual bonuses, health insurance and a strong focus on well-being activities.
• Three days' additional paid leave for volunteering in your community.
• Access to on-demand training and learning sessions and carefully structured programs to pursue personal and professional development opportunities.

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The salary range for this position is $122,000.00 - $198,000.00. Individual pay will be determined based on market location and the candidate’s profile. The range listed is just one component of the total compensation and benefits package for employees. Total compensation includes paid time off, paid holidays, merit increases, bonuses, and employee stock purchase programs, etc. The salary rates are benchmarked and reflect the target for new hire salaries for the position in this region.

Qualified candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Grundfos is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Our hiring decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply. Learn more about your rights as an applicant. If you require an accommodation to complete your application or interview, please contact [e-mail]. We are committed to providing a fair and accessible hiring process.

Are you ready to unlock possibilities at Grundfos? Apply today!We look forward to hearing from you.