Panduit Corporation

Mgr, Engineering

Panduit Corporation$120K — $155K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent required.
  • 8+ years of development engineering experience required.
  • 3+ years of engineering leadership experience required.
  • Experience in sheet metal design, NX, and Teamcenter preferred.
  • Proven product development experience including New Product Introduction (NPI) into manufacturing.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and coordinate multiple complex product development projects.
  • Make sound technical and project decisions to resolve challenges.
  • Communicate project priorities, timelines, and progress effectively.
  • Foster accountability through coaching and performance feedback.
  • Influence cross-functional teams to achieve project objectives.
  • Provide technical leadership in complex engineering initiatives.
  • Apply product development expertise to anticipate risks and drive project execution.

Benefits

  • Robust Total Rewards Program including health and financial benefits.
  • Flexible work options to promote work-life balance.
  • Generous vacation, sick days, holidays, and a volunteer day.
  • 401(k) match and profit sharing, with growth and development opportunities.
  • Parental leave to support family needs.
Full Job Description
Bring your passion for engineering excellence and help lead the next generation of innovation! The Engineering Manager - Sheet Metal and Assemblies position is a dynamic leadership role responsible for driving the successful execution of engineering projects by managing technical performance, budgets, schedules, and team development. You will lead a talented engineering team supporting new product development, custom solutions, and global manufacturing initiatives while providing technical direction, reviewing engineering deliverables, and partnering with cross-functional teams to bring innovative products to market. A successful candidate for this role will bring the ability to balance strategic leadership with hands-on engineering expertise, develop high-performing talent, and deliver complex projects that strengthen business performance and customer value.

What You Will Do
Lead and coordinate multiple complex product development projects, ensuring deliverables are completed on time while guiding and supporting the engineering team.
Make sound technical and project decisions to resolve challenges, maintain project momentum, and provide clear direction.
Communicate project priorities, expectations, timelines, and progress effectively with team members, stakeholders, and senior leadership.
Foster accountability through coaching, performance feedback, and the ability to navigate difficult conversations with confidence and professionalism.
Influence and align cross-functional teams to achieve project objectives, regardless of direct reporting relationships.
Provide technical leadership by successfully guiding teams through complex engineering and new product development initiatives.
Apply product development expertise to anticipate risks, overcome technical challenges, and drive successful project execution from concept through launch.
Monitor project performance, prioritize resources, and proactively remove obstacles to keep development programs on schedule and aligned with business goals.

What You Will Bring
Education: Bachelors Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent required.
Experience: 8+ years of development engineering experience and 3+ years of engineering leadership experience required. Sheet metal design experience, NX and Teamcenter experience, CAD experience, and UL certification experience preferred.
Skills:Proven experience in the complete product development process, including New Product Introduction (NPI) into manufacturing is required. Unigraphics experience a plus. Datacenter and enterprise knowledge preferred, including experience with structure cabling or sheet metal manufacturers making cases or enclosures.
Travel: 10% travel both domestic and international

What We Can Offer You
Competitive Pay & Benefits: Enjoy a robust Total Rewards Program that includes health, financial benefits, and more.
Work-Life Balance: Flexible work options to help you achieve the perfect work-life balance. This role will require you to be in the office 50% of the time (schedule based on manager's discretion).
Generous Time Off: Take advantage of our generous vacation, sick days, holidays, plus a volunteer day to give back to the community.
Retirement & Growth: 401(k) match, profit sharing, and abundant growth and development opportunities to help you advance your career.
Parental Leave: Because we care about your family and your future.

Compensation: The expected annual base salary range for this role is $120,000 - $155,000. This role qualifies for an incentive plan based on individual and company performance. Please note the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Work Shift
Day (United States of America)

About Panduit Corporation

Panduit Corporation is a global manufacturer of electrical and network infrastructure solutions. The company's products include cable ties, wiring ducts, connectors, and other products used in the construction and maintenance of electrical and network systems. Panduit Corporation serves customers in various industries, including data centers, industrial automation, and transportation. The company was founded in 1955 and is headquartered in Tinley Park, Illinois.
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