Job Description Help for Job Description. Opens a new window. A leader in technology and innovation, Southwire Company, LLC is one of North America's largest wire and cable producers. Southwire and its subsidiaries manufacture building wire and cable, utility products, metal-clad cable, portable and electronic cord products, OEM wire products and engineered products. In addition, Southwire supplies assembled products, contractor equipment, electrical components, hand tools andjobsite power and lighting solutions. The company also offers digital solutions including contractor planning and utility grid resiliency as well as field services including cable testing, rejuvenation and replacement to support our customers as a value-add partner.

We are proud to offer competitive compensation, employee benefits, tuitionreimbursement andunlimited growth opportunities. Ourmore thanseven decades of progressive growth can be attributed to our determination to developinginnovative systems and solutions, exercising environmental stewardshipand enhancing the well-being ofthe communitiesin which we work and live.

How will you power what'spossible?

Location:

Largo, FL Job Summary Southwire's Electrical Products division (EP) is responsible for the strategic growth of various lines of electrical equipment, lifting and material handling equipment, and electrical products and components. EP is looking for an experienced mechanical engineer to take managerial responsibility for new product development and engineering support for products released to the field for our electrical components product categories. This experienced individual will interface directly with project management, product managers, and operations on new products, engineering changes, and compliance requirements for products throughout their lifecycle. Key Responsibilities Manages a team of engineers and technical professionals, ensuring that all team members are effectively aligned with organizational goals and projects. Provides leadership to the team, drive high performance, fostering professional development, and ensuring adherence to safety and quality standards. Advise senior management on engineering strategies and help in making decisions that affect the department's short and long-term objectives. Provides guidance on project scopes, timelines, and resource allocation to ensure smooth execution of projects and adherence to project timelines Engineering ownership of assigned products to ensure they are designed to meet all industry codes and standards to include NEC/NFPA, NEMA, UL, CSA, IEC, CEC, SAE, Prop 65 or other industry governing bodies requirements as necessary Develop certification plans for products and coordinate third-party certification in conjunction with Product Compliance Manager Ensure all engineering processes and protocols are followed for all assigned design projects to include FEA, DVP&R, DFMEA, design reviews, FAIR's, ECR and PRAPs. Direct the creation of design specifications per Program Manager and Project Manager requests. Ability to create all drawings, models and 3D printed models for assigned products Coordinate processes and assignments within the engineering team to ensure the completion of projects in an efficient manner. Prioritize tasks based on urgency and business needs while maintaining the integrity of the project delivery schedule. Devises and implements engineering strategies to meet organizational objectives. Use in-depth knowledge of engineering practices to propose innovative solutions and technical improvements that enhance productivity, quality, and operational efficiency. Educate and mentor junior engineers and team members, providing coaching and career development guidance. ...For full information see follow application link. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Southwire company is an EO employer - M/F/Veteran/Disability