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Senior Project Engineer - Tankless Water Heaters

Join a prestigious company with a rich heritage of over 140 years in water heating and treatment technologies, currently seeking a Senior Project Engineer to lead innovative projects in tankless water heater product development. This role is based in Johnson City, TN and offers a hybrid work model. The ideal candidate will manage various project aspects, from planning and implementation to monitoring engineering programs aimed at transforming market insights into leading-edge, reliable water heating solutions.

Salary: $80,000.00 - $105,000.00 per year

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Plan, implement, and oversee the complete project lifecycle for advancements in tankless water heater designs, considering both mechanical and manufacturing requirements.
• Maintain up-to-date and detailed project documentation as the central reference point throughout project phases.
• Collaborate closely with marketing and management teams during Project Identification meetings to define precise project specifications and scope.
• Drive the strategic planning and execution of engineering programs using the Project Management System to align with project objectives meticulously.
• Ensure smooth coordination across departments, gathering inputs and communicating project activities and advancements through regular reviews and reporting.
• Conduct thorough reviews of product designs to confirm alignment with engineering principles, company standards, customer requirements, and compliance needs.
• Proactively address and resolve any technical, scheduling, or test issues that could impact project timelines or outcomes.
• Assess and advocate for design modifications and specification alterations to optimize product functionality and manufacturability.
• Generate and oversee project budget estimates, managing expenditures to stay within financial constraints.
• Provide professional development support and technical guidance to junior Engineers and Technicians.

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a closely related field.
• At least 3 years of proven experience in engineering project management, preferably within the tankless water heater industry.
• Specific experience in the design and functional improvement of gas-powered tankless water heaters.
• Demonstrated ability to apply strong mathematical and analytical skills to complex engineering challenges.
• Well-versed in interpreting scientific and technical documentation.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, capable of managing multiple priorities effectively.

• Advanced degree in Mechanical Engineering, Product Development, or related disciplines.
• Professional engineering certification or project management certification.
• Prior leadership experience in an engineering capacity.
• Experience with cross-functional project management and stakeholder engagement.

• Robust problem-solving skills with a detail-oriented approach.
• Strong command over project management software and MS Office Suite.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, with abilities to coordinate across departmental lines.
• Data collection, analysis, and interpretation skills to support decision-making processes.

• Competitive compensation package.
• Comprehensive medical and dental insurance.
• Company-sponsored life insurance.
• Retirement security savings plan.
• Short- and long-term disability programs.
• Tuition assistance for further education and professional development.