We're focused on bringing more light into people's lives by helping them create healthier, happier spaces to build memories and do what they love. This applies to our team, too. By celebrating our differences and embracing a positive work-life balance, we are recognized as a Yellow Ribbon company, one of Forbes Magazine's 2021 "America's Best Large Employers" and a "Best Employer for Diversity." As a 2021 Energy Star Partner of the Year, Andersen is also committed to environmental health and sustainability. No matter your role, you'll have the opportunity to make a difference.

SUMMARY:

The New Product Development Leader located in Bayport, MN is a key role within the Andersen Division Research Development and Innovation (RD&I) Team supporting the Windows Business Unit. This Leader will have direct supervision over Engineers, Engineering Supervisors, and Technical Leaders and will report to the Window Business Unit Research Development & Quality Director. This role is responsible for the delivery of engineering solutions that support achieving the business results for revenue growth and gross margin delivery.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide leadership, coaching, and work direction to the engineering team.
• Partners cross-functionally to define engineering project requirements and success criteria.
• Actively reviews, monitors, and ensures required engineering deliverables are complete on time.
• Ensures that engineering solutions meet project requirements in terms of functionality, durability, human centric design, quality levels, and unit product cost.
• Identifies and drives efficiencies in project execution.
• Proactively partners with project leaders on engineering risk identification and management.
• Acts as a liaison between the New Product Development Team and the Enterprise RD&I function coordinating timelines and deliverables.
• Develops and manages expense budgets.
• Participates in project team meetings and reviews.

• BS in engineering
• 5-7 years of engineering management experience
• Ability to travel up to 10%
• Passion for leading and developing a high-performance team.
• Self-motivated with strong intellectual curiosity.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in project management methodologies with demonstrated ability to manage the critical path and drive projects to completion.
• Knowledge of mechanical design methodologies and product documentation methods including product data.

CULTURE AND BENEFITS:

"Be Orange. Be You" is how we express our belief that by embracing our differences and empowering you, we'll be a stronger team able to accomplish what otherwise wouldn't be possible. This Orange spirit has helped us become the #1 innovative window and door brand* and the one homeowners love the most.** It's also why we're committed to supporting you to approach each day with a bright outlook.

Benefits include, and are not limited to:

• Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
• Health Savings Account contributions
• Paid holidays plus PTO
• 401(k) plan & contributions
• Professional development and tuition reimbursement opportunities
• Charity contributions
• Nationwide career opportunities

We look forward to seeing how your unique skills, background and experiences will inspire our team and help us continue to be the leader we are today.

* 2020 Andersen brand surveys of U.S. contractors, builders & architects

** 2020 Andersen Brand Survey of U.S. homeowners