Franklin Electric

Engineering Manager II - Product Certification

Franklin Electric • $110K — $130K *
Fort Wayne, IN 46835In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field required
  • 7+ years of relevant product certification experience
  • Master's degree may substitute for experience
  • Experience with pump, motor, or appliance industry certifications (e.g., UL, CSA) is desirable
  • Familiarity with hazardous locations certifications (ATEX, IECEx) preferred
  • Knowledge of NSF/ANSI 61 or drinking water certifications is a plus
  • Experience with European compliance regulations (CE, RoHS, REACH) is advantageous

Responsibilities

  • Oversee project coordination and create detailed plans to achieve project objectives
  • Manage agency certification projects for various materials-related certifications
  • Contribute materials expertise to product and process development teams
  • Direct and prioritize the work of the product certification engineering group
  • Develop policies, standards, and procedures for technical work
  • Review and approve product designs and changes
  • Analyze technology and market needs to assess project feasibility

Benefits

  • Inclusive company culture that values diverse backgrounds
  • Encouragement to apply even if all qualifications aren't met
  • Opportunity for growth and collaboration with cross-functional teams
  • Access to professional development resources
Full Job Description
Engineering Manager II - Product Certification

Department: Engineering

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: US - Indiana - Fort Wayne

Reporting To: Oscar Pena

Description

The Engineering Manager II, Product Certification is responsible for managing staffing and resources for specific project assignments and lab testing. Assesses the feasibility of projects, sets goals, coordinates specifications and procedures, and provides administrative oversight. Occasionally serves as working engineer.

  • Coordinates and directs projects, making detailed plans to accomplish goals and directing the integration of technical activities.
  • Manages agency certification projects for materials-related product certifications (NSF/ANSI 61, KTW, ACS, REACH, RoHS, etc.).
  • Provides materials expertise as a member of product and process development project teams.
  • Directs the work and priorities of the product certification engineering group.
  • Implements engineering tools and practices.
  • Develops and implements policies, standards, and procedures for the engineering and technical work performed in the company.
  • Directs, reviews, and approves product design and changes.
  • Analyzes technology, resource needs, and market demand to plan and assess the feasibility of projects.
  • Performs administrative functions such as reviewing and writing reports, approving expenditure, enforcing rules, and making decisions about the purchase of materials or services.
  • Sets scientific and technical goals within broad outlines provided by top management.
  • As assigned, evaluates and leads new and existing projects following rigorous documentation practices and records all tests, protocols, and results in test data worksheets.
  • Establishes individual engineering priorities to support the test plan schedule.
  • Tracks project performance. Identifies and resolves problems.
  • Performs site investigation for cause and origin determination.
  • Performs other related duties as required or assigned.


Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
  • Knows and understands relevant certifying agency standards, testing protocols, and certification procedures.
  • Able to plan and lead certification projects involving cross-functional team members.
  • Knows arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.
  • Knows and predicts physical principles, laws, their interrelationships, and applications to understand fluid, material, and atmospheric dynamics; understands mechanical and electrical structures and processes.
  • Analyzes information and evaluates results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
  • Identifies the underlying principles, reasons, facts, or information by breaking down information or data into separate parts.
  • Effectively communicates information and responds to questions in person-to-person and small group situations with customers, clients, the general public, and other employees of the organization.
  • Maintains confidentiality and uses discretion with business information.
  • Reads and understands documents such as policy manuals, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
  • Writes routine reports and correspondence.
  • Utilizes common-sense understanding in order to carry out written, oral, or diagrammed instructions.
  • Deals with problems involving several known variables in situations of routine nature.
  • Plans the time, method, manner, and/or performance sequence of own work; may also occasionally assist in planning work assignments performed by others within a limited area of operation.
  • Frequently makes decisions of both minor and major importance, which may affect the work operations of other employees and/or clientele to a moderate degree.
  • Completes some moderately repetitive tasks.
  • Uses complex and noncomplex machines and equipment.

Education and Experience
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related technical field (required).
  • Seven or more years of relevant product certification experience.
  • Master's degree in a relevant field could substitute for years of experience.
  • Desirable experience would include the following:
    • Pump, motor, or appliance industry certifications (UL, CSA, NOM)
    • Hazardous Locations, ATEX and/or IECEx certifications
    • NSF/ANSI 61 or other drinking water certifications
    • European compliance (e.g., CE, RoHS, REACH)

Don't feel like you check all the boxes in the job description? Here at Franklin Electric, we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive culture which includes embracing candidates from a variety of different backgrounds and industries. We highly encourage you to apply so we can connect on this and future opportunities.

About Franklin Electric

Franklin Electric is a global leader in the production and marketing of systems and components for the movement of water and fuel. The company was founded in 1944 and is headquartered in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Franklin Electric's products are used in a variety of applications, including residential, commercial, agricultural, and industrial. The company's products include pumps, motors, drives, and controls. Franklin Electric is committed to providing innovative solutions that improve the quality of life for people around the world.
Learn more about Franklin Electric
Size
6,400 employees
Market Cap
$3.6 billion
Industry
Manufacturing & Automotive
Net Income
$100.4 million
Founded
1958
5 Year Trend
+11.8%
Revenue
$1.2 billion
NASDAQ
FELE
* Ladders Estimates

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