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The role sets technical strategy across engine hardware, controls, benchmarking, cost optimization, and advanced analysis and simulation. This leader guides technologies through progressive technology readiness levels (TRL) by integrating competitive benchmarking, design, prototyping, physical testing, and model-based development. The position also establishes analysis and simulation capabilities and processes that support technology introduction and new product development. Success requires deep technical expertise in internal combustion engines, a record of building and leading high-performing engineering teams, and the ability to translate complex engineering work into clear business and product decisions. The organization combines physical testing with 1-D and 3-D simulation, CFD, FEA, in-cylinder combustion modeling, MATLAB/Simulink, Python-based analytics, machine learning, and co-simulation to improve engine performance, emissions, thermal and structural reliability, cost, and development speed to market. Working closely with business leaders and partners in service, operations, supply chain, and finance, this leader aligns technology investments with customer needs and commercial priorities. The Director also develops and implements disciplined engineering methods that deliver superior products while fostering innovation, creativity, technical excellence, and accountability across the organization.\nMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:\nBachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical, Electrical Engineering or related degree;\n\n15 years of progressive engineering experience related to internal combustion engines\n\n7 years management experience\n\nPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:\nMaster’s Degree or PhD in related field preferred but not required.\n\nExperience in industrial/commercial products environment.\n\nExperience with global product releases throughout the entire product life cycle desired.\n\nAdvanced experience leading engine analysis, simulation, or development teams supporting internal combustion engine and/or generator platforms.\n\nExpertise in advanced technology engine development, prototype, and testing.\n\nExpertise in internal combustion engine hardware, controls, and emissions.\n\nExperience with engine and engine system simulation tools and methods, including GT-SUITE, GT-xCHEM, CHEMKIN, Converge, Ansys Fluent, MATLAB/Simulink, Python, CFD, FEA, and predictive analytics or similar industry tools.\n\nExperience using advanced simulation insights to influence product roadmaps, power cylinder optimization, emissions strategy, thermal management, aftertreatment design, and system validation priorities.\n\nESSENTIAL DUTIES:\nDesigns and directs the work of the functional area. Selects, coaches, and develops the team, setting objectives that align with company strategy to inspire and motivate the team.\n\nManages organizational talent through performance management, succession planning and development.\n\nDesigns and directs processes by which team and individual performance are recognized, feedback is consistently delivered and performance is systematically improved.\n\nEstablishes the vision and strategy to drive world-class excellence within the global engines engineering team, including advanced engine analysis, simulation, modeling, and data-driven engineering capabilities that support internal combustion engine design and development.\n\nDrives results that are specifically targeted to the industrial/commercial market and leads processes with corporate planning and new product development teams.\n\nCreates and maintains an organizational culture which encourages innovation, collaboration, excitement/commitment and a sense of urgency toward goals, and continuous improvement.\n\nChallenges team members to question the status quo and ensure that all aspects of the design, development, simulation, validation, and support process are optimal for the engine generator market.\n\nEffectively manage the development process, including time compression techniques, design/application standards for improved repeatability, global process alignment, and standardized modeling workflows and analysis best practices that improve simulation efficiency and accuracy. Lead department process and best practices documentation.\n\nDevelop and lead the engine analysis and simulation portion of the product development life cycle which includes interaction from the various business segments throughout design, manufacturability, simulation, validation, and serviceability, providing customers the very best in innovation, quality, and customer satisfaction.\n\nLead the application of 1-D and 3-D simulation, CFD, FEA, in-cylinder combustion analysis, co-simulation, and predictive analytics to evaluate thermal, structural, fluid dynamics, combustion, emissions, reliability, and system performance requirements.\n\nEnsure the optimal application of technology, simulation tools, data analytics, and engineering resources to meet engine product development requirements.\n\nWork directly with cross functional teams and product management in developing an advanced technology development roadmap for engines that targets specific customer needs.\n\nUse simulation results and modeling insights to influence technology roadmaps, emissions reduction strategies, power cylinder optimization, aftertreatment design direction, gaseous fuel system considerations, and product reliability improvements.Manage expenses to ensure regulatory compliance and support corporate goals (e.g. revenue growth, profitability, market penetration).\n\nLead benchmarking activity for engine technology.\n\nOther Duties as assigned and the following:\nFoster collaboration between engineering, sales, operations, finance, and other departments to identify and harvest new engineering concepts, technologies, techniques, standards and procedures.\n\nEngage in and lead business planning processes, recruitment, retention, talent acquisition, development, and mentoring.\n\nSponsor the development of standardized reporting formats and governance for analysis objectives, methods, results, and engineering recommendations.\n\nStay informed on relevant technologies, tools, and industry trends in internal combustion engine simulation, emissions modeling, aftertreatment, co-simulation, and predictive analytics to support continuous improvement.\n\nOther duties as assigned.\n\nKNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:\nAdvanced level experience in team building and leadership skills;\n\nDemonstrated ability to deliver results while working on multiple global projects simultaneously, balancing resources, timing and quality of outcomes;\n\nAdvanced understanding of engineering technical issues/needs, financial, sales, and marketing as related to product design and development;\n\nDeep understanding of internal combustion engine design, operation, testing, exhaust aftertreatment, thermal management, lubrication systems, crankcase ventilation, combustion phasing, turbochargers, exhaust gas recirculation, and gaseous fuel systems;\n\nExecutive-level ability to interpret, challenge, and communicate complex simulation, CFD, FEA, combustion, co-simulation, machine learning, and predictive analytics results to technical and non-technical stakeholders;\n\nAbility to establish modeling workflows, analysis best practices, and data-driven decision-making standards that improve engineering efficiency, accuracy, and product reliability;\n\nExcellent communication skills;\n\nSelf-driven, highly motivated, flexible and high capacity to learn;\n\nPrevious experience with managing a departmental budget.\n\nPHYSICAL DEMANDS:\nWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear; and use hands to manipulate objects or controls. The employee is regularly required to stand and walk. On occasion, the incumbent may be required to stoop, bend, or reach above the shoulders. The employee must occasionally lift up to 25 pounds. Specific conditions of this job are typical of frequent and continuous computer-based work requiring periods of sitting, close vision and ability to adjust focus. 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