We are one of the world’s leading manufacturers of water heating and water treatment technologies in the world. We are a $3.5 billion company with 140+ years history and we employ more than 12,000 individuals globally who pride themselves on providing the world with innovative water technology. We are committed to Continuous Improvement, not just in our factories or processes, but in our people. Primary Function:The NPD Manager is responsible for managing all aspects of new product development, utilizing the various available product development resources including Engineering personnel, designers, tool makers, and manufacturing to achieve the project objectives. This person will coordinate with cross-functional support teams in the planning, organization, implementation, and completion of product lifecycle activities. This person also supervises activities and resources within the New Product Development group to ensure support is provided to deliver the NPD roadmap. Specifically, the NPD Manager coordinates with CTC, OEM Partners, Product Management, and/or Manufacturing to facilitate research, development, and/or product process improvements and enhancements to support business needs. Additionally, this position provides technical guidance to development projects as required and directed by the Director of Product Development. Responsibilities: <ul><li>Implement growth plans for resource needs and testing facilities to support the departmental plan.</li><li>Provide frequent status updates, including and most importantly obstacles as they arise to the Director of Product Development.</li><li>Plan and implement an engineering program using the Project Management System to achieve the objectives of the project.</li><li>Supervise and manage the assigned engineering team members effectively and efficiently to achieve the objectives and goals for product maintenance and agency issues.</li><li>Provide leadership and direction to project team members on a daily basis to assign responsibilities and provide technical support where needed. Coordinate activities to resolve technical development or scheduling issues, and design test problems as they arise. </li><li>Facilitate conflict resolution as needed amongst cross-functional groups.</li><li>Provide leadership for the assessment and evaluation of proposed design changes, specification, and drawing releases, and make recommendations.</li><li>Plan, implement, and monitor moderate-level, full product development including mechanical and manufacturing aspects of project design. Evaluate and recommend design changes and specifications.</li><li>Review product design for compliance with engineering principles, company standards, and customer contract requirements, and related specifications.</li><li>Manage resources to effectively support the AOS NPD Process, deliver the NPD Roadmap, and meet project objectives.</li><li>Perform competitive product analyses as required to help define the project scope.</li><li>Participate in the creation and development of the Product Roadmap as well as Project Charters as a part of the AOS NPD Process.</li><li>Coach, mentor, and develop engineering team members of the Product Development Group. Provide supervisory guidance and assist direct reports to assure success in the project as well as employee developmental needs.</li><li>Coordinate with various cross-functional stakeholders to gain input and to communicate project activity and progress, including scheduled project reviews and reports.</li><li>Coordinate and participate in customer focus groups and training seminars during the introduction of new products. This may include leading technical discussions and presentation of instruction and informational materials to large and small groups of both technical and non-technical representatives.</li><li>Interact with other Engineering Staff to provide design input regarding areas of individual expertise throughout the development process.</li><li>Prepare project expense estimates and control expenditures within budget limitations.</li><li>Supervises both long and short-term product engineering projects, codes/standards, and general technical support to manufacturing.</li><li>Review and report on all projects on a weekly and monthly basis.</li><li>Travel as needed to review field installations, attend meetings, visit trade shows, etc.</li><li>Assist Quality Assurance with technical evaluations from field returns/problems.</li><li>Assign and monitor change requests utilizing company’s PLM system.</li><li>Participate in administering company policies and developing long ranges goals and objectives.</li><li>Supervise assigned engineering team members and provide guidance and direction where needed. </li><li>Ensure that direct reports are performing in accordance with company policies and applicable laws.</li><li>Responsibilities include interviewing potential staff candidates for the purposes of hiring, planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.</li></ul> Qualifications:<ul><li>Bachelor's degree in engineering</li><li>3 years of Supervisory/Leadership experience</li><li>7+ years of related work experience or training</li><li>Computer proficiency, including MS Office</li><li>Strong mathematical and problem-solving abilities</li><li>Ability to define problems, collect and analyze data and draw valid conclusions.</li><li>Strong organization and time management skills.</li><li>Strong communication skills, both orally and written, to communicate with all levels, including senior management.</li><li>Ability to read, analyze and interpret common scientific and technical articles.</li></ul><li></li>We Offer:comprehensive benefits plans which include medical and dental insurance, company-sponsored life insurance, retirement security savings plan, short- and long-term disability programs and tuition assistance.

Company / Location Information Why A. O. Smith? Water technology is one of the fastest-growing industries in the world, and, as a leading global water technology company, A. O. Smith Corporation is at the center of the trend. Founded in 1874, we are a $3.5 billion company that employs more than 12,000 men and women. With manufacturing operations in the United States, Canada, Mexico, China, India, and Europe, A. O. Smith has the global reach to serve customers worldwide. We have sales and distribution in more than 60 countries around the world. A. O. Smith is committed to continuous improvement, not just in its factories and its processes, but in its people. We value people who are able to analyze problems and take rapid, decisive action. What is great about this opportunity? <ul> <li>You will be a part of a new, state-of-the-art expansion in A. O. Smith's Product Development Center (PDC in Lebanon, TN) within our Lochinvar facility.</li> <li>You will join a company whose vision brings people together to consistently deliver innovative, high-quality solutions that result in increased customer demand. </li> <li>You will be representing a company that makes products that improve the quality of life and are considered top of the line.</li></ul> Primary Function Provides reliability direction to team for a specific project or product. Manages all aspects of the reliability program from start to finish, so that the project is completed on time and within budget. Uses and applies advanced engineering principles within a particular field of specialization. Responsibilities <ul> <li>Provides oversight of all reliability related activities.</li> <li>On board new products and support existing products. Water heaters, tankless water heaters, water filtration systems, etc. </li> <li>Coordinates creation of reliability test plans for residential engineering projects.</li> <li>Provides or supervises FMEA activity for residential engineering projects.</li> <li>Provides analysis of warranty data to engineering project teams.</li> <li>Works with multiple departments to coordinate engineering support relative to field issues.</li> <li>Develops and executes objectives for self and others.</li> <li>Manages the project, provides guidance and mentoring as needed.</li> <li>Conduct performance reviews with direct reports, provide timely feedback and coaching, and promote growth among team.</li> <li>Directs use of CAE tools such as Solidworks, MATLAB, LabView, Minitab, EES, CFD, FEA and interprets results. </li> <li>Develops and applies engineering standards and procedures, and provides advice on issues within the engineering field. </li> <li>Effectively communicates technical material to internal business units. </li> <li>Solid understanding of AOS processes and customers, participates in functional best practices, and has recognized expertise by operations. </li> <li>Identifies projects of value to the company and establishes the technical requirements of each project.</li> <li>Establish objectives for timing, resources and funding requirement for projects. </li> <li>Manage budget and timeline to ensure project goals are met.</li> <li>Conduct regular status meetings and keep team informed of changes or progress in project direction.</li> <li>Perform other duties as assigned.</li></ul> Role Specific Responsibilities Qualifications <ul> <li>BS, MS, or PhD + 7 in engineering or related sciences </li> <li>Minimum of 10+ years of related work experience as product engineering manager </li> <li>4+ years Supervisory/Leadership experience</li></ul> Additional Qualifications: <ul> <li>Excellent analytical skills for reviewing costs and preparing budget reports. </li> <li>Good general problem solving skills.</li> <li>Some reputation of expertise & accomplishment. Maintain significant scientific and technical expertise.</li></ul> We Offer Competitive compensation package and comprehensive benefits plans which include medical and dental insurance, company-sponsored life insurance, retirement security savings plan, short- and long-term disability programs and tuition assistance. This role is eligible to participate in our remote work program, which allows employees to work remotely up to two days per week. New employees in eligible roles can apply for this program after successfully completing their initial 90 days of employment. #LI-AO #LI-Hybrid

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