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Water Pik

Manager, Engineering

Fort Collins, CO · On-site

Experience in consumer product development is strongly preferred. * Minimum of two (2) years of people management experience in a product design environment preferred. * Experience designing products ...

Cognizant

Product Manager

Englewood, CO · On-site

... to-consumer applications. You will be a valued member of the product delivery team and work collaboratively with client stakeholders, onshore product managers, development teams, quality assurance ...

Hunter Douglas

Product Specialist

Broomfield, CO · On-site

Basic knowledge of project management tools NEW PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT * Observes ideation process for ... Articulates top consumer or dealer frustrations. * Basic understanding of product line and key ...

Hunter Douglas

Product Specialist

Denver, CO · On-site

Gains an understanding of product development processes and procedures as well as key technologies ... Articulates top consumer or dealer frustrations. * Basic understanding of product line and key ...

Hunter Douglas

Product Specialist

Broomfield, CO

Gains an understanding of product development processes and procedures as well as key technologies ... Articulates top consumer or dealer frustrations. * Basic understanding of product line and key ...

Hunter Douglas

Product Specialist

Broomfield, CO · On-site

Gains an understanding of product development processes and procedures as well as key technologies ... Articulates top consumer or dealer frustrations. * Basic understanding of product line and key ...

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What is a consumer product development?

A Consumer Product Development job involves designing, developing, and improving products for consumers, from concept to market launch. Professionals in this role conduct market research, collaborate with designers and engineers, and oversee testing and production to ensure products meet consumer needs and business goals. They work closely with marketing and supply chain teams to ensure successful commercialization. Strong problem-solving, creativity, and project management skills are essential in this field.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of someone working in consumer product development?

Professionals in Consumer Product Development spend their days conducting market research, collaborating with design and engineering teams, creating prototypes, and coordinating product testing. They also analyze consumer feedback and adjust product features accordingly, often working cross-functionally with marketing, supply chain, and quality assurance departments. This fast-paced role requires managing multiple projects simultaneously and keeping up with tight deadlines. By staying closely involved at each stage of the product lifecycle, you help ensure new products align with market trends and consumer expectations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in consumer product development, and why are they important?

To thrive in Consumer Product Development, you need a blend of market research, product design, and project management skills, often supported by a degree in business, engineering, or a related field. Familiarity with product lifecycle management (PLM) software, prototyping tools, and consumer analytics platforms is highly beneficial. Strong creative thinking, collaboration, and communication skills help drive innovation and effective teamwork. These competencies are critical for successfully developing products that meet consumer needs and achieve business goals.

Is product development a good career?

Product development is a viable career that involves designing, creating, and improving consumer products, often requiring skills in research, engineering, and project management. It offers opportunities for innovation, collaboration, and growth in various industries, with roles typically requiring knowledge of market trends and product lifecycle management.

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Manager, Engineering

Fort Collins, CO • On-site

Church & Dwight Co., Inc.
Manufacturing • 5 - 10K employees
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Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 7 days ago

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Company rating: 8.1 out of 10

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Job description

A collective energy and ambition. A place where you can make a real difference.
We're a company that genuinely cares about our people, our products, our consumers and the environment.
Our unique, informal culture champions courage, determination and collaboration. Knowing we have an open and supportive team means each of us has the freedom to take responsibility and ownership. We have a shared passion to work hard, innovate and push boundaries.
United by the belief that when we strive for growth, anything is possible. While we might not be the largest company in our industry, we believe we can have the biggest impact because: Together We Have the Power to Win.
Role Summary
The Manager, Engineering is responsible for the day-to-day technical execution of new product development and continuous improvement activities in an ISO 13485 environment. This role serves as the primary technical extension of the Head of Global New Products Engineering, translating leadership-level strategy into executable engineering plans and results.
The Engineering Manager provides direct people and technical leadership to assigned engineering teams of 5-6 people and is accountable for engineering execution, technical decision-making, and delivery quality. This role ensures engineering workstreams are progressing as planned and that technical risks, issues, and tradeoffs are actively managed.
The Engineering Manager is the day-to-day engineering owner for assigned programs, serving as the primary technical resource for Marketing, Project Management, Quality, Operations, and Compliance and representing engineering in cross-functional execution and issue resolution.
Role Accountabilities and Responsibilities
  • Accountable for the day-to-day technical execution of assigned new product development and sustaining engineering projects; responsible for managing engineering workstreams to meet project objectives, timelines, and quality expectations.
  • Accountable for technical ownership of assigned programs; responsible for engineering decision-making, technical trade-offs, risk identification, and timely escalation of issues as needed.
  • Accountable for people leadership of assigned engineering team members including both mechanical and electrical disciplines; responsible for coaching, technical guidance, prioritization of work, supporting professional development including performance reviews.
  • Accountable for serving as the engineering point of contact for cross-functional stakeholders; responsible for supporting Marketing, Project Management, Quality, Operations, and Compliance with technical input, issue resolution, and execution alignment.
  • Accountable for the technical integrity of engineering deliverables; responsible for managing design execution, verification activities, and coordination of internal and external engineering resources as required.
  • Accountable for effective use of engineering resources on assigned programs; responsible for participating in project resource planning and allocation to align capacity with business priorities.
  • Accountable for supporting continuous improvement within engineering; responsible for participating in improvements to engineering processes and procedures, design practices, and continuous improvement activities.

Education and Experience
  • A Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent degree in a technical science discipline, with a minimum of ten (10) years of product design experience. A Master's degree may be substituted for up to three (3) years of experience (minimum seven (7) years total).
  • Demonstrated experience in electromechanical product design, including mechanisms, motors, actuators, batteries, or similar systems. Experience in consumer product development is strongly preferred.
  • Minimum of two (2) years of people management experience in a product design environment preferred.
  • Experience designing products intended for higher-volume manufacturing, including consideration of manufacturability, assembly, and quality at scale. Experience working with offshore manufacturing partners is a plus.
  • Knowledge of plastic molded part design, electromechanical mechanisms, and higher-volume design philosophies is highly desirable.
  • Experience supporting sustaining engineering and continuous improvement activities, including design updates, quality improvements, cost reductions, and lifecycle support.
  • Exposure to consumer and/or medical device product development environments is beneficial.

Other Qualifications & Physical Requirements
Supervisory Duties
  • Direct Supervision
    Provides direct supervisory responsibility for assigned engineering team members, including setting technical direction, prioritizing work, coaching and development, supporting professional development including performance reviews, and accountability for execution, performance, and delivery of engineering outcomes on assigned programs.
  • Indirect / Functional Leadership
    Provides technical direction and execution leadership to cross-functional partners (including Marketing, Operations, Project Management, Quality, and Compliance) on assigned programs by supplying engineering input, defining technical requirements, influencing priorities, and shaping execution decisions, without direct managerial authority.

Location
  • In-office position with the current work expectation of being on-site at the Fort Collins facility on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday.
  • Remote work on Monday and Friday may be utilized where it does not negatively impact deliverables, timelines, productivity, or effective collaboration with direct reports or cross-functional team members.
  • This description reflects the current working model only and does not supersede corporate or Church & Dwight (CHD) workplace policies, which may change based on business needs.

Travel
  • International Travel
    Periodic international travel to supplier locations in Asia may be required to support product development and manufacturing activities. Expected travel is up to 1-2 trips per year, with typical duration of one to two weeks per trip, based on business need.
  • Domestic Travel
    Occasional domestic travel may be required to support tradeshows, corporate meetings, or other business needs, typically up to 3-4 trips per year.

Salary and Benefits
Waterpik, Inc., a partner company of Church & Dwight Company, Inc., supports our employee's wellbeing and regularly benchmarks with other companies in our industry to offer an extensive Total Reward package for this position. The actual base pay offered to the successful candidate will be based on multiple factors, including, but not limited to, job-related knowledge/skills, experience, business needs, geographical location, and internal pay parity. Compensation decisions are dependent upon the facts and circumstances of each position and candidate.
The US base salary range for this full-time position is $110,900. - $157,900., with bonus eligibility when applicable.
Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance / Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending / Health Savings Account / Commuter Reimbursement Account
Vacation / Holiday / Sick Time / Pandemic Leave / Short and Long Term Disability / Life & AD&D / Spouse/Child Optional Life / Supplemental Life & AD&D / Family and Medical Leave / Bereavement
Adoption Assistance / Tuition Reimbursement / Employee Assistance Program / Identity Theft Protection / Critical Illness Insurance
Savings and Profit Sharing Plan / 401(k) Match / Employee Stock Purchase Plan
This information is provided in compliance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act and is the company's good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation range and benefits offered for this position. The compensation offered to the successful applicant may vary based on factors including experience, skills, education, location, and other job-related reasons.
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For more information on our company, our brands and our culture visit us at http://www.churchdwight.com/

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