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Together, we’re reimagining the future of water.\nWe feel proud every day about what we do. We're all part of the same crucial mission, no matter what function we support -- it's to provide safe, clean water for the world, and to protect our planet's most valuable resource.\nWhat we do:\nFor 150 years, Watts has built best-in-class products that are trusted by customers in residential and commercial settings across the world. We are at the forefront of innovation, working with cutting-edge technology to provide smart and connected, sustainable water solutions for the future. Watts is a leading brand with a quality reputation - and we have a dynamic future ahead.\nWatts Water Technologies designs and manufactures products and solutions that promote the safety, efficiency, and control of water across commercial, residential, industrial, and municipal applications. Our mission is to ensure the Earth’s most precious resources remain safer, cleaner, and more useful for our customers.\nThe Engineering Manager, Water Safety is a highly technical leader responsible for driving new product innovation with a deep focus on mechanical engineering, fluid dynamics, and pressure-balancing valve design. This role requires mastery of advanced engineering analysis tools, strong system engineering capabilities, and the ability to lead complex programs from concept through launch. This position partners closely with Product Management and leads a cross-functional engineering team including Design Engineers, CAD Resources, and Pilot Manufacturing to deliver NPD programs on time, on budget, and at exceptional technical quality.\nThe ideal candidate is a flexible, hands-on leader who thrives in a dynamic environment with shifting customer and business priorities. This position reports to the Director of Engineering and is based in our North Andover, MA office.\nRESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:\nLead full-lifecycle project execution including planning, risk assessment, team formation, milestones, reporting, and escalation, while managing NPD schedules, budgets, and deliverables from concept through pilot builds and driving effective program meetings, accountability, and action-item closure.\nCommunicate effectively across all business levels; technical and non-technical, tailoring complexity to audience needs.\nInfluence and motivate teams through empathy, credibility, and collaborative leadership.\nSupport Product Management through Stage-Gate, recommending technical value propositions and balancing customer requirements with engineering constraints to define optimal solutions.\nPartner cross-functionally with Product Management, Sourcing, Operations, Finance, and Manufacturing to achieve program objectives.\nIntegrate mechanical, electrical, and software elements into cohesive product-level designs and benchmark new concepts against legacy designs.\nApprove engineering deliverables; specs, drawings, material requirements, DFMEAs/PFMEAs, and verification reports, while organizing and documenting all analytical and experimental results.\nProficient in CFD for flow modeling, pressure-drop analysis, cavitation prediction, and valve optimization, with the ability to interpret, challenge, and generate simulations that correlate with test data.\nExpert in force-balance calculations and sealing technologies, including O-rings, bellows, diaphragms, and compatibility and failure modes across temperature, chemical, and pressure ranges.\nCoach junior engineers in advanced mechanical and fluid-dynamic principles and translate tribal knowledge into clear, teachable engineering practices.\nMaintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies.\nAll other duties as required.\nRequired Qualifications\nBachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field required, Master’s degree preferred.\n10+ years of product development experience, preferably in fluid-handling or valve applications.\nProven engineering project/program management experience, with the ability to independently manage cross-functional projects and processes beyond immediate responsibilities.\nProficient knowledge in the use of 3D CAD solid modeling software, Auto Desk Inventor preferred.\nExperience with cost estimations, Design for Manufacturability (DFM), Design for Assembly (DFA) approaches, and program accounting.\nStrong interpersonal communication skills for interaction with various engineering teams, suppliers, customers, regulatory personnel, and management.\nExperience collaborating with overseas development teams and manufacturing partners, as well as familiarity with copper alloy and iron casting/forging, plastics, and plastic molding for water systems, is a plus.\nPractical experience and knowledge of compliance, test standards, and third-party certification requirements.\nStrong decision making, critical thinking, analytical and problem-solving skills.\nAbility to manage projects or processes that span outside of immediate responsibilities and work independently with little supervision in an effective manner.\nComprehensive verbal, written, and presentation skills, capable of interacting with various levels of management.\nDemonstrates flexibility in work assignments to effectively meet the team's needs.\nProficient knowledge of Microsoft 365 Applications.\nPrior experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred.\nMust be authorized to work in the U.S. without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.\nGeneral Applicable Company Competencies \nCommitment to Watts’ values of integrity, accountability, continuous improvement and innovation, and transparency.\nPunctuality and dependability.\nAbility to be flexible and adapt to changing work priorities and stressful conditions.\nAdherence to all personnel policies, procedures, and standards of process as implemented by Watts.\nMaintain productive and collaborative relationships with other Watts employees.\nAdherence to Watts’ seven cultural beliefs: Growth Mindset, Customer-Focused Innovation, Constant Communication, Clear Goals, Collaborate Globally, Be Inclusive, and Take Action.\nThe expected salary range for this position is $168,000 - $179,000/yr. Actual compensation will be dependent upon individual skills, experience, qualifications, and applicable law.\nWorking Conditions:\nWhile performing the job duties, you will be working in an office environment and may, at times, be required to be present on the engineering development floor and will be required to wear the appropriate personal protective equipment. You will be required to work in the office at the No. Andover location three days per week (Monday - Wednesday) and can work remotely two days per week (Thursday and Friday). Up to 15% travel, including customer visits, training events, and company meetings.\nPhysical Requirements: Specific physical abilities required for this position include, but are not limited to:\nAbility to remain seated at a desk or workstation for extended periods.\nAbility to perform repetitive tasks like typing on a keyboard or using a mouse for extended periods.\nAbility to physically move around the office, organize or transport files, packages, or other office-related materials.\nAbility to read documents, use a computer, and perform data entry tasks.\nAbility to communicate clearly with management and coworkers, particularly in meetings or phone calls.\nAbility to operate standard office equipment such as computers, printers, phones, and copiers.\nAbility to occasionally lift and carry light objects, such as office supplies, documents, or small equipment.\nNothing in this job description restricts Watts’ right to assign or reassign duties, responsibilities, and working hours/conditions to this position at any time. This position is “at will,” which means that either the employee or Watts may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without notice, and for any lawful reason.\n#LIHybrid\nWatts in it for you:\nPlease note that the followingbenefits apply only to permanent roles and do not apply to internship roles.\nCompetitive compensation based on your skills, qualifications and experience\nComprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits\nFamily building benefits, including paid maternity/paternity leave\n10 paid holidays and Paid Time Off\nContinued professional development opportunities and educational reimbursement\nAdditional perks such as fitness reimbursements and employee discount programs\nLearn more about our benefit offerings here: https://tapintowattsbenefits.com/\nHow we work:\nAt Watts, our culture is team-oriented and supportive. Employees here genuinely care about the quality of their work, and about each other. Our people are the heart of who we are and contribute to our longevity and continued success.\nAnd this is a place where you can have a big career. No matter your role, there are opportunities for learning and development, and your daily contributions make a meaningful impact on the lives of people who use our products and on the future of water.\nWatts is committed to equal employment opportunity. We follow a policy of administering all employment decisions and personnel actions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, national origin, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, genetic disposition or carrier status, marital status, military or veteran status, minorities, or any other category protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Consistent with the obligations of state and federal law, Watts will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. 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