YKK AP America Inc. · 3 months ago
PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT DESIGN MANAGER
HQ - Atlanta
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
10+ years expYKK AP America Inc. is a company committed to providing value and fairness to its customers and employees. The Product Development Design Manager is responsible for leading a team of design engineers to deliver product development solutions that align with business objectives, ensuring collaboration and technical excellence within the team.
ConstructionManufacturingReal Estate
Responsibilities
Develop and manage the annual Product Development schedule in alignment with strategic business priorities
Partner with Marketing, Sales, Engineering, and Manufacturing to define product objectives and translate them into actionable development initiatives
Provide direction, assign responsibilities, and oversee daily operations of the design engineering team to ensure successful execution of Product Development themes
Identify and analyze market trends, research competitor products, and solicit stakeholder input to drive continuous improvement and innovation in new and existing products
Collaborate with Product Development Technical Services Manager in the preparation of certification programs and technical documentation, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and quality standards are met
Manage engineering change requests by prioritizing resources, budget, and business impact in collaboration with Product Development leadership
Support budget planning for testing, certifications, and consultant services in partnership with Product Development and Technical Services leadership
Monitor updates to building codes, testing requirements, and industry standards (IBC, IRC, AAMA/FGIA, EnergyStar, etc.), and communicate implications to relevant teams
Prepare and deliver executive-level presentations, project updates, and recommendations to leadership and cross-functional stakeholders
Maintain and update Product Development project plans, providing regular progress reports to the executive team
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in engineering, architecture or building construction is required
A minimum of 10 years of experience in the Commercial or Residential Construction industry with a minimum of 3 years in an engineering manager role
Demonstrated leadership experience managing and developing engineering teams
Strong project management and organizational skills with the ability to prioritize competing initiatives
Excellent written, verbal, and presentation communication skills
Strong project management skills with the ability to collaborate across multiple stakeholders to identify needs, develop strategies, and execute action plans aligned with the Product Development business plan
Proven ability to drive results in complex, fast-paced, and evolving business environments
In-depth knowledge of commercial and residential building products, building codes and performance testing standards
Able to travel up to 25%
Preferred
The following certifications would be beneficial: AAMA/FGIA Fenestration Masters; LEED AP (Accredited Professional); CPM (Certified Product Manager)
Benefits
Competitive compensation packages
Training and advancement opportunities
Comprehensive benefits package designed to provide the security they need to enjoy life at home and at work
Company
YKK AP America Inc.
YKK AP America is the North American arm of the global YKK AP Group—an innovation-driven, award-winning manufacturer of commercial façade systems and residential windows and doors.
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Raymond Shelton
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Shaneke Thomas
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