Engineering Manager

Job DescriptionThe Engineering Manager will be responsible for leading a group of engineers in the design, development, and optimization of products aimed at enhancing production, efficiency, safety, and sustainability. The candidate will work closely with cross-functional teams to define product strategies, set priorities for engineering execution, drive innovation, and ensure the successful delivery of programs/solutions within the Production Automation vertically covering the Artificial Lift and Industrial Automation product lines.ResponsibilitiesProduct Strategy and Planning:Assist the product manager(s) in the development and execution of the product line strategy aligned with business objectives, and market demands.Act as an interface between product line management and engineering to prioritize projects and tasks that best align with the product line strategy.Identify opportunities, and technical debt and inform the product line to add it to the product roadmap.Collaborate with stakeholders to prioritize features, enhancements, and new product development initiatives.Product DevelopmentLead a team of engineers, external partner project teams and product specialists (internal resources and engineering partners) in the design, development, and testing of new products and solutions.Assist in the definition of product requirements, specifications, and performance metrics in collaboration with stakeholders.Manage projects using Project Central that cover the entire product lifecycle from concept to launch, including product validation, pilot testing, and commercialization.Project ManagementDevelop and execute project plans, budgets, and timelines, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality solutions within scope, schedule, and budget constraints.Proactively identify and mitigate technical, operational, and commercial risks associated with automation projects, ensuring robust contingency plans are in place.Assist with project procurement, scope of work definition, PO creation, and approval of invoices when deliverables are received.Cross-functional CollaborationWork closely with GPLM, Engineering Leadership, Operations, manufacturing, and sales teams to ensure seamless execution of product development projects.Provide technical expertise and support to field engineers, sales, and customer service teams during product demonstrations, and client engagements.Assist the GPLM / Regional operations teams with customer order support activities (RFP/RFQ/RFI) like technical proposals, technical clarifications, etc.Assist the product managers with product-sustaining activities like bug fixes, new features, etc, and create control definition, control system architecture, etc. for generic controllers & application specific controllers when applicable.QualificationsRequired Skills:With years of experience in overseeing project management and architecture, development, optimization of embedded firmware, middleware, and system software.Bachelor's degree in engineering or a similar discipline. PMP certifiedProven experience in PLC, RTU, IoT devices, and SCADA systems, including design, development, implementation, and maintenance. Ability to understand P&ID's I/O lists and engineering drawings (GA/BOM, Schematics etc).Strong technical skills in PLC programming, SCADA software, RTU communication protocols (e.g., DNP3, IEC 104, Modbus), and related technologies.Project Management: Strong project management skills, including planning, budgeting, scheduling, and resource allocation.Extensive experience in Industrial Automation and controls, project management, engineering, or technical leadership roles.Proven record of successfully managing and executing projects in a highly technical and regulated environment.Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across functions and levels of the organization.Excellent problem-solving, and strategic thinking abilities.Travel Requirement: This role may require domestic and potentially international travel of up to: