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Hunter Fan Company · 2 weeks ago

Senior Engineering Manager – Industrial and Commercial

Smyrna, TN

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

7+ years exp

Hunter Fan Company is seeking a Senior Engineering Manager to lead a dynamic engineering team in the design and development of innovative HVLS fan and fan-related products. The role involves motivating the team, overseeing product development, and ensuring compliance with industry standards while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.

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Responsibilities

Motivate and mentor a young, diverse engineering team, providing clear direction, regular feedback, and opportunities for professional growth

Foster a collaborative and inclusive environment where new ideas are encouraged, and team members are empowered to take ownership of projects

Lead by example, demonstrating integrity, enthusiasm, and a passion for innovation

Take ownership of product categories within the assigned business unit to ensure strategic and tactical objectives are achieved within required parameters

Oversee the end-to-end product development lifecycle for products from concept through production, ensuring robust design, compliance, and manufacturability

Implement best-in-class engineering practices, including rigorous risk analysis, failure mode analysis, and value engineering

Drive cross-functional collaboration with Marketing, Industrial Design, Quality, and Operations to ensure seamless project execution and successful product launches

Oversee the Quality Management and Testing team, and their corresponding lab

Challenge the team to identify and apply innovative solutions that improve product performance, cost, and time-to-market

Encourage participation in Kaizen and other continuous improvement initiatives to optimize processes and drive operational excellence

Assist in sourcing, purchasing and quotation activities on new product development projects as well as engineering changes on existing projects

Ensure all products meet or exceed industry standards for safety, reliability, and compliance

Integrate quality assurance and technical support functions into the engineering workflow to proactively address field issues and customer feedback

Manage resources to support engineering product maintenance, standardized CAD formats, product development process and ECN processes

Manage departmental budgets, capital expenditures, and resource allocation to maximize team efficiency and project outcomes

Support the professional development of team members through training, mentorship, and exposure to new technologies

Communicate effectively across all levels of the organization, building trust and alignment with key stakeholders

Represent the engineering team in senior design reviews and strategic planning sessions

Qualification

Product DevelopmentQuality ManagementTeam LeadershipHVAC ExperienceManufacturing ProcessesEngineering ToolsProblem-SolvingOrganizational SkillsCommunication Skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in engineering (BSME, BSEE, BSIE, or related field); advanced degree preferred

7+ years of product development experience, with at least 3 years in a leadership or project management role, preferably in the HVAC or industrial equipment sector

Demonstrated success in motivating and developing early-career engineers

Experience with industrial production and manufacturing processes

Strong understanding of agency testing requirements and applicable codes/standards

Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Project, and modern engineering tools such as Windchill, CAD, Credo, etc

Excellent problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills

Ability to travel as needed