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Engineering Director – Engineered Building Solutions
Company | nVent |
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Location | Golden Valley, MN, USA |
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Salary | $175000 – $250000 |
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Type | Full-Time |
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Degrees | Bachelor’s |
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Experience Level | Expert or higher |
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Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering.
- Ideally 15+ years of engineering experience, with 5+ years in a leadership role.
- Experience with custom-engineered products in the utility, data center, or renewable energy industries.
- Ideally, a background in electro-mechanical, structural, electrical, or mechanical engineering.
- Consistent track record in standardizing engineering processes and leading project-based businesses.
- Strong understanding of Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement principles.
- Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to travel on average 30 % of the time.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement engineering strategies, standardize processes, and drive innovation.
- Establish consistent engineering processes for all product lifecycle phases, from quoting to commissioning, while cultivating a culture of continuous process improvement.
- Coordinate with sales, operations, production, and project management teams to deliver high-quality solutions.
- Implement Lean Manufacturing principles, including visual management, Gemba walks, Kaizens, and structured problem-solving methodologies.
- Improve key engineering metrics, including lead time reduction, increased engineering throughput, first-pass yield improvement, and overall product quality.
- Mentor engineering managers across various sites, fostering technical excellence and a collaborative culture.
- Identify and promote new technologies, systems, and processes to improve performance, scalability, and efficiency.
- Participate in customer interactions, including Quarterly Business Reviews (QBRs), design reviews, and project status meetings.
- Ensure all engineered solutions align with industry standards, codes, and regulations.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with custom-engineered products in the utility, data center, or renewable energy industries.
- A background in electro-mechanical, structural, electrical, or mechanical engineering.