Director of Product Development

The Director, Engineering manages and coordinates the activities of Product, Development and Engineering team members for the development and sustainment of new owner direct & Motili technology platforms and to internal design standards.  Directs and verifies test plans, test data, simulations, specifications, drawings, BOM’s, and other related documentation for product changes and new product designs.  Ensures compliance with internal design standards.  Confers with other departments as necessary in the review and verification of product designs.  Supports first production planning and assists with production launches.  Oversees the sustaining efforts for our product designs.  Mentors and develops his/her team.  Prepares succession and talent plans for his/her group. 

Position Responsibilities may include: 

• Lead our cost down initiatives that support the overall cost-down target for the business.  
• Direct and guide product design based on technical knowledge and experience.  
• Oversee the development and execution of Engineering development and verification testing.  
• Manage resources to meet project workloads.  
• Participate on cross functional teams to launch products, resolve issues, and support product improvements.  
• Define project scopes and timing.  
• Provide support for both manufacturing and field issues.  
• Lead the creation and sustainment of DFMEA’s, test plans, and compliance testing.  
• Participate in a series of independent design reviews on active projects to review & approve their design intentions.  
• Oversee the creation of product design documentation including bills of materials, cost analyses, drawings, and engineering change requests.  
• Support agency certifications for both safety (UL, ETL) and performance (DOE, AHRI).  
• Mentor and develop team members to prepare them for greater responsibility within the organization.  
• Prepare development, talent and succession plans and establishes key metrics and goals for the team.  
• Participate in additional strategic projects to support ongoing business needs.   

Nature & Scope:

• Ensures work is aligned with the Director’s expectations, goals, and vision  
• Accountable for implementation of policies, processes, and procedures for short-term results 
• Decisions and problem-solving are guided by policies, procedures and business plan; receives guidance from Senior Manager/Director 
• Works on difficult to moderately complex issues and projects  
• Provides guidance and training to subordinates 
• Has authority to hire, recommend pay, establish performance and recommend for termination 
• Level of signing authority established by company policy/guidelines 

Knowledge & Skills: 

• Comprehensive understanding and knowledge of mechanical design theory and practice  
• Knowledge of refrigeration and/or air conditioning design and application  
• Knowledge of specifications and standards used in the HVAC industry  
• Advanced knowledge of Continuous Improvement Methodologies, Lean, Six Sigma, & 5-S best practices and applications  
• Proficiency with software including MS Office Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project  
• Excellent leadership skills; able to envision, develop, direct, manage, delegate responsibility and authority and drive employee engagement   
• Effective communication skills; clearly convey and transmit verbal and written information with strong financial and business acumen  
• Analytical ability – able to convert data into information and effectively communicate it  
• Priority setting & Project Management – capable of managing multiple inputs and directions to deliver results  
• Problem Solving – effective elimination of root cause of problems using systematic approach  
• High level of Attention to Detail, Compliance and Excellence driven  
• Ability to apply good Judgement, strong work Ethics and Integrity on the job   
• Strong Team player and ability to effectively collaborate with internal and cross-functional teams  
• Ability to work under pressure and able to make sound decisions and adjust to operational needs as they arise 

Competency:

Experience:

• 10+ years of experience with software product design 
• 5+ years of direct leadership experience  

Education/Certification 

• BS in Technology Related degree program

People Management: Yes 

Physical Requirements / Work Environment:

• Must be able to perform essential responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodations 

Reports To: 

• VP, Owner Direct

Salary: $177,160.00 to $221,580.00

• This position is bonus eligible.

The Company offers a comprehensive benefits package. Benefits for employees include healthcare and dental insurance, life and long-term disability insurance, 401K and different types of paid time off.

The Company provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants regardless of a person’s race, color, religion (including religious dress or grooming practices), creed, national origin (including language use restrictions), citizenship, uniform service member or veteran status, ancestry, disability, physical or mental disability (including HIV/AIDS), medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, request for protected leave, marital status, sex, pregnancy, age (over 40), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by law. The Company will comply with all federal and state regulations and statutes pertaining to individuals with disabilities.