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Fike Corporation · 2 hours ago

Engineering Manager, Fire Suppression Development

Blue Springs, MO

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level, Lead/Staff

8+ years exp

Fike Corporation is a rapidly growing international manufacturer of pressure relief, explosion protection, fire suppression and detection equipment. The Manager, Fire Suppression Development will lead engineering and development teams in the design, testing, and application of innovative fire suppression systems, focusing on special hazards technologies and ensuring compliance with industry standards.

ManufacturingPublic Safety

Work & Life Balance

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Oversees the design and development of special hazard fire suppression technologies, including water mist and inert gas based suppressants

Leads and develops a team of engineers, designers, and technicians

Manages multiple projects in alignment with technical and commercial strategy and priorities

Manages cross-functional teams to effectively develop, test, and deploy new products and product applications

Coordinates with other functional departments to support effective new product deployment

Ensures compliance with all relevant codes, standards (NFPA, UL, FM), regulations, and established Fike engineering and business processes and practices

Actively participates in the development and revision of applicable fire protection standards (NFPA, UL, FM, etc.)

Engages with customers to understand fire protection needs, provide tailored solutions, and serve as a technical consultant for product applications and problem resolution

Drives improvements in development processes to enhance efficiency, quality, and safety

Ensures compliance with Fike policies and procedures

Maintains the confidentiality of all information processed

Qualification

Fire suppression systemsMechanical product developmentProject managementIndustry standards complianceTeam leadershipAnalyticalCritical thinkingProblem solvingDecision makingRelationship building

Required

Bachelor's degree in engineering, technical, or scientific discipline

Eight years post-degree experience with at least two years of supervisory and project management experience in a mechanical product development environment

Preferred

Advanced technical or management degree

Hands-on experience developing mechanical / electro-mechanical components and systems in a 3rd party approval environment

Experience with fire protection or flow control equipment and/or applicable US and international codes and standards

Benefits

Three Weeks Paid Time Off (PTO) pro-rated the first year & Paid Holidays

Medical Plans with FSA & HSA, Vision & Dental Plan

Paid Life and Long-term Disability Insurance

401(k) and Roth 401(k) Plan with Company Match Fully Vested on Day One!

Profit Sharing Bonus Program

Education Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

On-Site Fitness Center & Award Winning Wellness Program

Reimbursement for Safety Shoes & Glasses

Service awards & Recognition Program

Company Picnic, Quarterly Events and Holiday Lunch

Free Coffee/Tea, Lunch Utensils, Lunch Room Mini-mart, Free Parking

Company

Fike Corporation

Fike is the experienced, trusted global expert in rupture disc technologies, explosion protection, fire alarm systems and fire suppression solutions.

Founded in 1945

Blue Springs, Missouri, USA

501-1000 employees

https://www.fike.com/

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