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Engineering NPD Manager, Water Safety - Watts Water Technologies
Software Engineer
Lead the development of safe, innovative water solutions by managing new product development projects, ensuring compliance with water safety standards, and coordinating cross‑functional engineering teams using CAD and validation tools.
About the role
Key Responsibilities
- Drive end‑to‑end New Product Development (NPD) for water safety solutions, from concept through launch.
- Define and enforce water safety standards, regulatory requirements, and performance criteria across all product phases.
- Lead cross‑functional teams—including mechanical, electrical, software, and quality engineers—to deliver projects on schedule and within budget.
- Utilize CAD/3D modeling tools to create and iterate product designs, ensuring manufacturability and sustainability.
- Oversee testing, validation, and risk assessment activities to guarantee product reliability and compliance.
- Manage project timelines, resources, and stakeholder communication, providing regular status updates to senior leadership.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related field; advanced degree preferred.
- 5+ years of experience leading NPD projects in water‑related or consumer‑product industries.
- Strong knowledge of water safety regulations, industry standards, and compliance processes.
- Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and manage complex projects using CAD, testing, and validation tools.
- Excellent communication, problem‑solving, and decision‑making skills.