Nuclear Program Product Engineering Supervisor

Location: Kimball

Mueller Water Products is the nation's leading manufacturer of flow control devices for the water and gas distribution industries and has an immediate opening for a
** Product Engineering Supervisor
** in support of our Nuclear Program in our newest
** Kimball, TN
** facility. For over 160 years MWP’s manufacturing commitment has ensured one of the world’s most precious resources, clean drinking water, reaches millions of people daily. Come be a part of something that sustains and enriches the lives of every human being.
* Directs the activities and provides guidance to Product Engineers and to meet project objectives.
* Utilizes relevant industry standards and specifications to ensure compliant product development.
* Facilitates communication between local plant staff and the Corporate NPD group to drive the development and diversification of product lines.
* Maintains an updated understanding of the company's product offerings in the relevant areas to inform initial design decisions effectively.
* Cultivates positive relationships with manufacturing personnel, addressing design-related issues, implementing cost-saving measures, and coordinating VAVE projects.
* Establishes test requirements and procedures for new or modified products to ensure quality and functionality.
* Nurtures productive partnerships with approved agencies such as UL, FM, and ISO to uphold regulatory compliance and product certifications.
* Serves as a direct liaison between the sales team and product engineering to align strategies and address customer needs effectively.
* Conducts regular one-on-one meetings with team members to provide feedback, support professional development, and ensure alignment with corporate objectives. Manages bi-annual talent management process for employees maintaining goals of the department.
* Track engineering projects and metrics and provide regular updates of project and backlog status.
* As needed, provide 2D and 3D working drawings according to requirements, ensuring timely schedule completion.
* Performs additional duties as assigned to support the overall goals and objectives of the organization.
* Comfortable coaching and holding others accountable.
* Demonstrated ability to successfully achieve goals through influence.
* Ability to assess and train others.
* Must be able to communicate in an effective manner with all levels of employees.
* Working knowledge of Lean manufacturing and Six Sigma tools.
* Outstanding PC/Systems knowledge and skills including 2D and 3D CAD software and PLM databases.
* Strong communications and interpersonal skills with ability to interact with all levels of employees, customers, and outside professionals.
* Knowledge dealing with manufacturing situations, quality standards, product development, CAD/CAM, technical specifications, and project management.
* Travel may be required occasionally.
* Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or similar technical degree.
* 4 to 7 years of relevant external product engineering and leadership experience**– or
*** 2 to 5 years of excelling relevant Mueller product experience, exhibiting strong leadership qualities.
* Direct experience in valves, controls, or similar applicable industrial products is desirable.
* Knowledge of AWWA valve specifications.
* Knowledge of third-party certifying agencies such as UL and FM are a plus.
* Six Sigma Green Belt desired.
* Ability to remain in stationary position or standing position for prolonged periods and alternate between
* Ability to repeat gross or fine manipulation that may include the use of wrists, hands, and/or fingers.
* Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including, but not limited to, safety glasses, steel-toed or metatarsal-guarded shoes, and/or ear plugs, while working in an industrial and/or manufacturing environment.
* Ability to constantly communicate with others to exchange information in person, via phone, or via use of computer.
* Ability to occasionally lift, carry, push, pull, or move objects up to 25 pounds in weight in all directions.
* Ability to occasionally reach overhead or at or below shoulder level.
* Ability to occasionally stoop, crouch, or kneel.
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