Product Engineering Supervisor

Directs the activities and provides guidance to Product Engineers and to meet project objectives. Utilizes relevant industry standards and specifications to ensure compliant product development. Facilitates communication between local plant staff and the Corporate NPD group to drive the development and diversification of product lines. Maintains an updated understanding of the company's product offerings in the relevant areas to inform initial design decisions effectively. Cultivates positive relationships with manufacturing personnel, addressing design-related issues, implementing cost-saving measures, and coordinating VAVE projects. Establishes test requirements and procedures for new or modified products to ensure quality and functionality. Nurtures productive partnerships with approved agencies such as UL, FM, and ISO to uphold regulatory compliance and product certifications. Serves as a direct liaison between the sales team and product engineering to align strategies and address customer needs effectively. Conducts regular one-on-one meetings with team members to provide feedback, support professional development, and ensure alignment with corporate objectives. Manages bi-annual talent management process for employees maintaining goals of the department. Track engineering projects and metrics and provide regular updates of project and backlog status. As needed, provide 2D and 3D working drawings according to requirements, ensuring timely schedule completion. Performs additional duties as assigned to support the overall goals and objectives of the organization. Required Skills: Comfortable coaching and holding others accountable. Demonstrated ability to successfully achieve goals through influence. Ability to assess and train others. Must be able to communicate in an effective manner with all levels of employees. Working knowledge of Lean manufacturing and Six Sigma tools. Outstanding PC/Systems knowledge and skills including 2D and 3D CAD software and PLM databases. Strong communications and interpersonal skills with ability to interact with all levels of employees, customers, and outside professionals. Knowledge dealing with manufacturing situations, quality standards, product development, CAD/CAM, technical specifications, and project management. Travel may be required occasionally. Required Education/Experience: Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or similar technical degree 4 to 7 years of relevant external product engineering and leadership experience- or 2 to 5 years of excelling relevant Mueller product experience, exhibiting strong leadership qualities Preferred: Direct experience in valves, controls, or similar applicable industrial products Knowledge of AWWA valve specifications Knowledge of third-party certifying agencies such as UL and FM Six Sigma Green Belt We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other category protected by law. Mueller Water Products is Where Intelligence Meets Infrastructure Mueller Water Products, Inc. (www.muellerwaterproducts.com) is a leading manufacturer and marketer of products and services used in the transmission, distribution and measurement of water in North America. Our broad product and service portfolio includes engineered valves, fire hydrants, pipe connection and repair products, metering products, leak detection, and pipe condition assessment. We help municipalities increase operational efficiencies, improve customer service and prioritize capital spending, demonstrating why Mueller Water Products is Where Intelligence Meets Infrastructure. Mueller Water Products brands include Mueller, Echologics, Hydro Gate, Hydro-Guard, HYMAX, Jones, Krausz, Mi.Net, Milliken, Pratt, Pratt Industrial, Singer, and U.S. Pipe Valve & Hydrant.