Director, Engineering

About the role

PSG® is the global pump, metering and dispensing-solution expert, enabling the safe and efficient transfer of critical and valuable fluids that require optimal performance and reliability in applications where it matters most. Additionally, PSG is a leading provider of flow meters designed to reduce waste and downtime while accurately measuring, monitoring and controlling the distribution of fluids.

Headquartered in Downers Grove, IL, USA, PSG is comprised of several world-class brands, including Abaque®, All-Flo™, Almatec®, Blackmer®, Ebsray®, em-tec®, Griswold®, Hydro™, Malema™, Mouvex®, Neptune®, PSG® Biotech, Quantex™, Quattroflow®, and Wilden®. PSG products are manufactured on three continents - North America, Europe, and Asia - in state-of-the-art facilities that practice lean manufacturing and are ISO-certified.

PSG is part of the Pumps & Process Solutions segment of Dover Corporation. For additional information on PSG, please visit psgdover.com.

We thrive on winning and being number one; and are always looking to add the best and brightest to our talented team of professionals.

PSG offers a unique combination of the both small company atmosphere: with an ownership mindset that allows you to make close-to-the-customer decisions; an innovative approach in seeing beyond what is possible today and entrepreneurial spirit in the pursuit of new opportunities; combined with benefits of a large company's scale, tools, expertise, and financial strength with Dover.

Join PSG, a growing global company where your curiosity, hard work and ambition is rewarded with exceptional career opportunities in a friendly & fast paced environment.

PSG is part of the Pumps and Process Solutions segment of the Dover Corporation® (NYSE: DOV). Dover is a diversified global manufacturer and solutions provider with annual revenue of over $7 billion. We deliver innovative equipment and components, consumable supplies, aftermarket parts, software and digital solutions, and support services through five operating segments. Recognized for our entrepreneurial approach for over 65 years, our team of over 24,000 employees takes an ownership mindset, collaborating with customers to redefine what's possible.

Position Summary

Reporting to the site General Manager, the Director of Engineering is responsible for the development and implementation of the engineering strategy for the PSG Hydro brand. The Director of Engineering will have direct ownership of established goals around new product development, cost savings, and quality.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Manages the business to achieve or exceed agreed-upon growth, revenue, and operating income objectives.
• Establishes strategic direction, performance metrics, standards, and measurements for both direct reports and the global engineering teams.
• Ensures projects meet established goals including time, quality, cost, and profitability targets.
• Cross-functionally coordinates the launch of new or revised products in partnership with product management, sales, operations, and quality.
• Leads initiatives in partnership with the product management and sales teams to identify and qualify new product opportunities.
• Owns project management for engineering projects, and for the new product development stage gate process.
• Establishes targets for projects to support annual cost-savings initiatives related to product design, manufacturability, and material.
• Develops and maintains departmental processes and procedures that align with business needs and support knowledge retention.
• Researches and implements improved design concepts and fundamental technologies to drive new product development.
• Provides technical sales support as needed for special and customized products.
• Participates in key customer initiatives including sales and problem-solving activities.
• Provides engineering expertise in the areas of tooling, prints, product specifications, product maintenance, raw materials and outside purchases throughout the organization.
• Serves as subject matter expert on global regulatory requirements for existing and new products.
• Supports the company's relations with Regulatory Agencies to get products approved to appropriate standards.
• Manages programs, requirements, and matters involving patent, product liability, and intellectual property.
• Ensures current and accurate costing in conjunction with finance.
• Works with appropriate industry groups and standards organizations to develop and influence industry standards.
• Creates and manages overall engineering department budget.
• Develops department employees to support personal goals as well as company succession planning.

Qualifications / Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering; advanced degree is preferred.
• 7+ years of engineering experience in a similar industry.
• 5+ years of management experience.
• Ability to communicate (written & verbal) at all levels of the organization in English.
• Previous experience managing complex and aggressive project schedules with a proven ability to deliver on time and to specification
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and cross functionally.
• Previous experience applying continuous improvements techniques and methodologies within a work environment (PDCA, 7 waste, 5 Why)
• Embodies the Dover values and acts with the highest level of integrity.
• Maintains a safe, clean, orderly and uncluttered work environment.
• Must be able to travel as required and/or directed.

Pay and benefits

Pay Range: USD 168,000.00 - 194,000.00 Annually This position is eligible to earn a discretionary bonus based on performance metrics and other criteria outlined in our applicable bonus plan. We consider several job-related, non-discriminatory factors when determining the pay rate for a position, including, but not limited to, the position's responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, a candidate's education/training, the position's location, and the key skills needed for the position. Pay is one of the Total Rewards that we provide to compensate and recognize employees for their work.