Product Engineering Manager

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Manufacturing Unit Manager

In this role as Product Engineering Manager – Grid Components- you will lead the engineering team responsible for the design, development, and lifecycle management of LV and MV Instrument Transformers, Sensors and Outdoor Products
-OH Switches, Fuses & Cutouts- used in low- medium‑and high‑voltage applications. This role oversees engineering execution from concept through production, ensuring products meet performance, reliability, manufacturability, cost, and compliance requirements.

The manager drives technical excellence, leads cross‑functional collaboration with manufacturing, quality, supply chain, and product management, and ensures product lines stay competitive and aligned with market and regulatory standards.

The work model for the role is: 100% On Site

This role is contributing to our NAM Electrification Distribution Solutions Operation in Pinetops, North Carolina for Product Group 3540 - ANSI Grid Components.

• Aligning the unit’s strategy with global strategy and ensuring operational development including profit and loss.
• Providing input to the local division / product group strategy and acting as a key player in its implementation and in strengthening a business model relevant to the scope of engineering.
• Leading the local engineering teams that are responsible for solutions, products, or sector areas and ensuring end-to-end delivery of a portfolio of projects on time.
• Building and maintaining customer relationships, seeking feedback, and providing innovative solutions to meet customer requirements and deliver improvements.

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (Master’s preferred).
• 15 years of engineering experience in instrument transformers, high‑voltage equipment, or related power systems products.
• 5 years of experience in Managing the Product Engineering function within an Electrical Distribution Products/Systems Design/Manufacturing Company
• Strong understanding of CT/VT performance characteristics, magnetic design, insulation systems, and high-voltage testing.
• Experience leading engineering teams in a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency with 3D CAD (Solid Works, Creo, or equivalent) and PLM tools.
• Strong knowledge of IEC 61869, IEC 60044, IEEE C57.13, and related standards.
• Demonstrated experience with DFM, FMEA, root‑cause analysis, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and project management skills.

We empower you to take initiative, challenge ideas, and lead with confidence. You’ll grow through meaningful work, continuous learning, and support that’s tailored to your goals. Every idea you share and every action you take contributes to something bigger.

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