About Leviton For more than 120 years, Leviton has been powering innovation and connecting people to what matters most. As a global leader in electrical, lighting, data networking, and energy management solutions, we are driven by a passion for excellence and a commitment to making everyday life better. Our success is built on the creativity, expertise, and dedication of our people. Join our team and be part of a collaborative culture where you can grow your career, make an impact, and help build what’s next. About the role The Product Development Engineering Manager will drive the design and development of fiber cable products while managing Development Engineering and Quality Assurance teams in our Fuquay-Varina facility. This role is a key leadership position requiring a combination of excellent leadership skills, strong product development engineering mindset and business acumen, and a passion for quality. Responsibilities Lead and manage Development Engineering and Quality Assurance teams to fully meet departmental and BU objectives. Provide strong leadership to foster a culture that promotes hard work, achievement of individual goals, high performance, and professional development. Engineering Oversee development engineering projects and drive output with both vendors and internal teams. Develop and maintain methods to ensure projects are completed timely, profitably, and to specifications. Provide engineering leadership and oversight; understand business drivers and strategies to ensure alignment with business direction. Provide engineering expertise and leadership on cross-functional teams through all phases of product lifecycle. Participate on technical review boards to ensure engineering design meets product / market, quality, cost, and manufacturing needs and goals. Quality Assurance: Develop, implement, communicate and maintain a Quality plan to maintain the plant Quality Systems and processes in compliance with the NS and Corporate quality standards and system requirements. Develop and grow the Quality capabilities of the plant through the development and deployment of shared (across BU’s) standards, processes and best practices Develop, implement and maintain ISO Quality Management System and other facility specific quality standards. Drive continuous improvement efforts including statistical capability, audits and corrective actions, and Quality performance metrics Drive the Quality Concerns process ensuring timely feedback to create closed loop actions addressing Quality gaps, and work in conjunction with operations to ensure root causes are identified and corrective actions are implemented to prevent recurrences Monitor latest Quality techniques, trends, and concepts through active involvement in professional societies/events such as the annual Quality Summit to stay abreast of technical developments in Quality Assurance and associated fields Work with final inspection team, addressing non-conforming material dispositions across all shifts. Qualifications Technical Must have a strong background in statistical techniques and application Ability to understand and apply FEA, FMEA and customer input to product design and development Must have excellent oral and written communication skills Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite at an intermediate to advanced level Strong knowledge of: Product development and NPI processes Quality management systems (ISO 9001 or equivalent) APQP, PAC, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement tools Behavioral/Leadership Ability to exercise independent judgment with minimal instructions and guidance Proven track record of effectively managing others including experience managing a team of disciplined engineers. Excellent cross-team collaboration skills, including strong communications, prioritization, and interpersonal skills, along with proficient English language fluency. Strong project management and organizational skills. Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects, including the ability to interact effectively with all levels in a global organization. Ability to clearly articulate plans, influence others, and make sound decisions. Solution oriented, Self-motivated, enthusiastic, and flexible. Education & Experience Education Bachelor’s degree in engineering required with a focus on mechanical engineering. Master’s degree preferred. Experience Minimum 7 years of mechanical design engineering, product development, manufacturing engineering, or quality engineering experience Previous management experience required Experience in a manufacturing environment required Experience with regulatory compliance and validation testing methods ASQ Certified Quality Engineer and/or Certified Reliability Engineer (CRE) a plus Six Sigma Experience (Green or Black Belt) preferred Strong experience with vendor and supply chain partnerships Travel There will be occasional travel with this role (up to 5-10%). What We Offer Comprehensive benefits include: Medical, dental, and vision insurance programs 401K plans with employer-matching contributions Tuition reimbursement PTO Paid holidays Volunteer time off For more information about benefits, please go to: https://careers.leviton.com/benefits Leviton is an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. Leviton is committed to transparency and security in the recruitment process and will never ask for financial information, payment, or government identification numbers during the application process. For any questions, or to ensure the legitimacy of a job posting, visit the Leviton career site, or contact us at 631.812.6544. The future looks brighter than ever. Join our team now! #IND-NS, #LI-LS1, #MON Lead and manage Development Engineering and Quality Assurance teams to fully meet departmental and BU objectives. Provide strong leadership to foster a culture that promotes hard work, achievement of individual goals, high performance, and professional development. Engineering Oversee development engineering projects and drive output with both vendors and internal teams. Develop and maintain methods to ensure projects are completed timely, profitably, and to specifications. Provide engineering leadership and oversight; understand business drivers and strategies to ensure alignment with business direction. Provide engineering expertise and leadership on cross-functional teams through all phases of product lifecycle. Participate on technical review boards to ensure engineering design meets product / market, quality, cost, and manufacturing needs and goals. Quality Assurance: Develop, implement, communicate and maintain a Quality plan to maintain the plant Quality Systems and processes in compliance with the NS and Corporate quality standards and system requirements. Develop and grow the Quality capabilities of the plant through the development and deployment of shared (across BU’s) standards, processes and best practices Develop, implement and maintain ISO Quality Management System and other facility specific quality standards. Drive continuous improvement efforts including statistical capability, audits and corrective actions, and Quality performance metrics Drive the Quality Concerns process ensuring timely feedback to create closed loop actions addressing Quality gaps, and work in conjunction with operations to ensure root causes are identified and corrective actions are implemented to prevent recurrences Monitor latest Quality techniques, trends, and concepts through active involvement in professional societies/events such as the annual Quality Summit to stay abreast of technical developments in Quality Assurance and associated fields Work with final inspection team, addressing non-conforming material dispositions across all shifts. Technical Must have a strong background in statistical techniques and application Ability to understand and apply FEA, FMEA and customer input to product design and development Must have excellent oral and written communication skills Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite at an intermediate to advanced level Strong knowledge of: Product development and NPI processes Quality management systems (ISO 9001 or equivalent) APQP, PAC, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement tools Behavioral/Leadership Ability to exercise independent judgment with minimal instructions and guidance Proven track record of effectively managing others including experience managing a team of disciplined engineers. Excellent cross-team collaboration skills, including strong communications, prioritization, and interpersonal skills, along with proficient English language fluency. Strong project management and organizational skills. Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects, including the ability to interact effectively with all levels in a global organization. Ability to clearly articulate plans, influence others, and make sound decisions. Solution oriented, Self-motivated, enthusiastic, and flexible.
