Director, Product Development - Design Engineering - Terrell, TX or Remote

Director, Product Development (Design Engineering) - Terrell, TX or Remote

Who We Are

At OBE, together, we build excellence every day We are driven by our passion to lead our industry and build a sustainable future, we focus on exceeding customer expectations and delivering innovative solutions. We succeed through the dedication of our empowered teams and partners who fuel our ambition to achieve excellence in the markets where we have a right to win.

We believe safety, integrity, performance culture, teamwork, customer centricity, and agility are at the core of who we are and how we operate each day to achieve success. 

Position Summary

Join our Oldcastle BuildingEnvelope team as the visionary Director of Product Development focused on innovative and high-performance solutions. As a strategic leader, you will define and execute a comprehensive product development strategy, driving innovation, and ensuring our products meet and exceed industry standards for performance, aesthetics, and sustainability while developing creative, cost-effective solutions to meet our customers’ needs and architectural design requirements.  This role can be based in Terrell, TX or remotely in the US.

Key Responsibilities

• New Product & Product Enhancement Roadmap: Based on defined portfolio strategy, develop & execute product development roadmap and schedule for both new products and engineering enhancements
• Design Leadership: Lead a talented team of product designers and engineers, fostering a culture of creativity, collaboration, and excellence in product design. Drive consistency in design principles across all product categories, including quality in design, in manufacturing and in application when finalizing design concepts.
• VAVE Leadership: Develop and implement a comprehensive Value Analysis/Value Engineering (VAVE) strategy to optimize product cost, functionality and overall value. Lead cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for cost reduction, improved performance and enhanced customer value through VAVE initiatives. Drive continuous improvement in product design and development processes to achieve efficiency gains without compromising quality.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including Engineering, Manufacturing, Sales and Marketing to ensure seamless integration of product development leveraging the Program Development Process (PDP) stage gate process.
• Research: Assist Applied Research with evaluating new technologies, materials and manufacturing processes associated with next generation products.
• Intellectual Property Management: Conduct thorough assessments of IP landscapes and leverage insights to inform strategic decisions in product development. Collaborate with legal to ensure proper protection of IP assets, including patents, trademarks and trade secrets.
• Regulatory Compliance & Industry Advocacy: Ensure compliance with industry regulations, standards and certifications, navigating evolving requirements. Oversee technical representation and membership in industry associations supporting OBE interests.

Key Competencies

• Leadership - Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to inspire and guide cross-functional teams while managing performance
• Innovative Product Design - A proven track record of success in bringing commercial fenestration products to market from product definition to marketing release.
• Strategic Thinker - Ability to think strategically and translate business goals into actionable product development roadmaps. VAVE and IP strategies.
• Analytical - Strong analytical skills to assess product value and cost structures
• Collaboration - Experience collaborating across multiple functions
• Innovation Mindset - Passion for driving innovation and continuous improvement in product development processes
• Communication - Excellent communication skills with demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders

Professional Experience/Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Architecture or Engineering.
• 15+ years’ experience in design, engineering, and application of commercial fenestration and/or glass products.
• 10+ years’ experience in management in engineering related field.

Other

• Lead a team of eight direct reports comprised of Engineers and Designers
• Approximately 20% travel required

What OBE Offers You

• Competitive pay
• Paid time off
• 10 Holidays (inclusive of 2 floating holidays)
• Market competitive 401(k) match
• Industry-leading medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Life Insurance

About OBE

At OBE, we believe the work of our employees truly matters. From apartments in New York to office buildings in Toronto, stadiums in Dallas, and universities in Atlanta, our teams contribute to the projects that shape the world where we live, work, heal, and play.  

OBE delivers products to a broad customer base of architects, glaziers, contractors, and developers serving diversified residential and commercial construction end-markets. With over 6,700 employees, we operate 82 manufacturing and distribution facilities in five countries.

If you want to help us build something great- we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager for consideration. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!

OBE is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

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