Kohler Hiring for Engineering Manager, Shower Fixtures & Walk in Bath at Kohler, WI Full Time

Engineering Manager, Shower Fixtures & Walk in Bath

Work Mode : Hybrid

Location : Hybrid at Kohler, WI

Opportunity

Kohler is excited to announce an opening for a key technical leader. As engineering manager, you will be responsible for driving speed, innovation, and quality of product engineering for shower receptors, shower walls, and walk-in baths.

This position leads a North American team of engineers and CAD associates for mechanical product design of regional and global products.

The leader will develop and guide their team through Kohler’s new product development process to deliver an industry-leading product portfolio.

They will own functional design, validation, product launch, and post-launch support by applying robust engineering principles.

Ideal candidates thrive in a dynamic environment, balancing structure, and adaptability. Success will require a combination of talent development, technical leadership, and cross-functional influence.

How you’ll contribute

Mentor and Develop a Team of Associates. Focus on building a diverse and adaptable organization where associates can achieve their full potential.

Attract, recruit, and retain talented associates to further strengthen the team and build capability for the future.

• Enhance Engineering Excellence. Remain up to date on procedures, tools, and techniques. Promote robust design. Actively manage and mitigate technical risk.
• Deliver New Products. Ensure engineering execution per the stage-gate development process. Remove barriers to progress and promote timely, high-quality decision making.
• Provide Ongoing Product Support. Monitor and revise products throughout their lifecycle to improve cost and quality.
• Understand the Competitive Landscape. Be the foremost technical representative for the portfolio of products. Maintain an understanding of emerging products and technologies to promote innovation and stay ahead of the competition.
• Think Strategically. Partner with engineering leadership and global peers to scope projects and execute strategic initiatives.

Prioritize work to balance new product development and sustaining engineering. Develop design strategies to simplify migration of products to other regions.

Build Strong Relationships. Collaborate with global engineering peers. Work cross-functionally with Marketing, Industrial Design, Manufacturing, Purchasing, Quality, Customer Service, and Program Management to ensure business goals are achieved.

Communicate clearly and professionally.

Embrace Sustainability. Foster new solutions which enhance our products while minimizing the impact on the environment.

Specific Expectations

• Manages portfolio of engineering work. Monitors resource capacity. Prioritizes and assigns projects or tasks base on business needs and associate competency.
• Establishes department objectives to support broader engineering and business objectives.
• Conducts performance management reviews to establish, review, and evaluate personal and team progress.
• Engages associates in personal development planning. Supports career growth and competency development through intentional assignments, training, and coaching.
• Works through the team to establish and achieve product specifications : customer, regulatory, and technical requirements.
• Reviews and approves key engineering deliverables, assuring functional acceptability through application of engineering tools, analysis, and testing.
• Initiates and / or executes continuous improvement activities to enhance our systems, tools, products, and processes in conjunction with other teams or leaders.

Generates and executes product cost reduction initiatives.

• Actively partners with cross-functional peers to review project status and guide decision making.
• Collaborates globally to obtain necessary information and support required to launch or maintain product in different global markets.
• Documents and presents key technical updates within and outside the department.
• Occasional travel to visit suppliers, customers, tradeshows, and other Kohler locations as required.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills / Requirements

• This position requires 7 years of product design engineering and 3 years’ experience proactively teaching / coaching less experienced engineers.
• Candidates to hold a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering from an ABET accredited university.
• Demonstrated results leading teams in a similar role may be considered as substitute for formal education.

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We will consider applicants requiring sponsorship for this opportunity.

The salary range for this position is $104,850 – $133,550. The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate’s experience, their education, and the work location.

Available benefits include medical, dental, vision & 401k.

Why Work at Kohler Co.?

Kohler Co.’s mission is to contribute to a higher level of gracious living for those who are touched by our products and services.

We understand that it takes investment in our associates’ development to make that happen. So, we offer ongoing investment in each individual’s personal development and the opportunity to collaborate with others across functions and roles at Kohler.

In addition to the investment in your development, Kohler offers a benefits package including a competitive salary, health, vision, dental, 401(k) with company matching, and more!

Important update for candidates applying to roles within Kohler Energy, including Power Systems, Engines, Home Energy, Kohler Uninterruptible Power, Clarke Energy, Curtis Instruments, and Heila Technologies.

On November 6, Kohler Co. announced the strategic decision to establish Kohler Energy as a separate, independent business with Platinum Equity as the majority investment partner.

Kohler will continue to stay invested in the Energy business following the closing and remains committed to supporting the acceleration of long-term growth strategies for both organizations.

Talent and operational transition plans are underway, and Kohler Co. and Platinum Equity expect the agreement to close in the first half of 2024.

Thank you for your interest in joining our growing team as we embark on the next phase of growth!

About Us

Beyond the competitive benefits and compensation, Kohler proudly offers a rich history, steeped in creativity and a commitment to our associates and communities.

We invite you to learn more about our culture and company at www.kohlercompany.com.

It is Kohler’s policy to recruit, hire, and promote qualified personnel in all job classifications without regard to race, creed, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.

If, as an individual with a disability, you need reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact redacted .

Kohler Co. is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer.

We invite you to learn more about equal employment opportunity by reviewing the Federal EEO is the Law and the EEO is the Law Supplement .