H-Pump Engineering Manager

About the role

The HPump Engineering Manager leads the development and execution of engineering strategies for horizontal pump (HPump) product lines, with a primary focus on new product development (NPD), cost optimization initiatives, and engineer-to-order (ETO) solutions. This role works closely with engineering teams, Product Line Managers (PLMs), and cross-functional partners to define and execute technology roadmaps aligned with business objectives.

Responsibilities

• Provide technology leadership by identifying, recommending, and implementing solutions that support HPump product lines, including NPD, cost-out, and ETO needs.
• Plan, monitor, and manage the implementation of new technologies into product development and ETO execution.
• Work closely with business units and internal/external customers to understand requirements and establish technical direction; ensure strong cross-functional collaboration.
• Establish technology direction aligned with company strategy, product development goals, and market needs.
• Drive NPD programs, cost optimization initiatives, and value engineering efforts to improve product competitiveness.
• Manage and coordinate engineering activities for design, manufacturing, and testing across global teams.
• Lead product/project teams to ensure successful transition of new technologies into scalable, manufacturable HPump products.
• Plan engineering work including project objectives, applications, costs, timelines, and resource requirements.
• Develop, review, and update design standards and best practices; incorporate lessons learned and continuous improvement.

Requirements

Minimum qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial or any Science discipline) from an accredited college or university.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in engineering/technical roles with strong competency in mechanical design.
• Demonstrated experience leading teams.

Prior experience:

• Minimum of 5 years of engineering project management experience in new product development (NPD) and product introduction.
• Prior people leadership experience in product development, research, or engineering environments.
• Experience managing projects across remote and global/multi-location teams.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze, troubleshoot, and resolve technical and operational problems.
• Proven leadership in advancing technical solutions and driving innovation in pump or rotating equipment applications.
• Proficiency with standard project management tools and processes.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Self-motivated with a continuous improvement mindset and commitment to increasing organizational value.

Desired

• Experience developing, reviewing, and updating design standards, practices, and best practices.
• Experience managing projects across remote and global/multi-location teams.
• Proven leadership in advancing technical solutions and driving innovation in pump or rotating equipment applications.
• Experience in artificial lift applications.

Skills

Technical expertise in pump systems and artificial lift applications, along with advanced problem-solving, communication, and leadership skills.

Benefits

Contemporary work-life balance policies and wellbeing activities
Comprehensive private medical care options
Safety net of life insurance and disability programs
Tailored financial programs
Education assistance
Generous parental leave
Mental health resources
Dependent care support
Additional elected or voluntary benefits

Pay

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Schedule

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