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Panduit · 3 days ago

Mgr, Engineering - Fiber Optic Solutions Optimization

Tinley Park, IL

Full-time

Hybrid

Director/Executive

$120K/yr - $175K/yr

10+ years exp

Panduit is a company that values innovation and collaboration, providing an inclusive environment for its employees. The Manager of Engineering will lead a technical team in delivering optimized Fiber Optic products, driving project success, enhancing employee experience, and optimizing group performance.

ElectronicsManufacturingWeb Hosting

No H1B

Responsibilities

Lead and direct team to design and/or implement value engineered product enhancements, new products, and process improvements

Oversee major projects and apply expertise to ensure successful outcomes

Collaborate with internal and external partners on product roadmaps, standards, and policies

Manage recruitment, hiring, development, performance reviews, and compensation to build and sustain a strong team

Champion initiatives that strengthen culture, collaboration, and engagement

Create development plans that align employee aspirations with team and business needs

Monitor key metrics, report progress, and take action to improve results and outcomes

Develop engineering department strategies in support of business growth

Qualification

Fiber Optic ExperienceMechanical Product DesignProject Management ExperienceValue EngineeringTeam LeadershipInnovationInterpersonal Skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or related field

10+ years in product design engineering

5+ years leading and managing technical teams

Experience leading teams developing and implementing mechanical product assemblies consisting of plastic, sheet metal, die cast, and other types of part designs

Design experience in fiber connectivity, fiber cable assemblies, and fiber optic management infrastructure from concept to implementation

Documented program or project management experience within new product development and value engineering projects

Strong executive presence up to c-suite level

Experience developing talent

Analytical mindset

Driven by the opportunity to be creative, innovative, and solve problems in all phases of the product lifecycle

Ability to travel up to 20% domestic and international