Director, Global Engineering

Nordson Polymer Processing Systems, a global leader in polymer processing technologies, is seeking a highly motivated and talented Director, Global Engineering to join our team in Muenster, Germany. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we are looking for candidates who share that same commitment. 

Summary of the role

In the role of Director, Global Engineering you will successfully lead and manage the global engineering organization with 3 locations in US, EMEA and APAC within Polymer Processing Systems (PPS), serving multinational manufacturers and OEMs across the polymer, plastics, compounding, and recycling industries.

PPS provides highly engineered systems including melt delivery systems, gear pumps, continuous screen changers, melt filtration technologies, pelletizing systems (e.g., BKG®), and extrusion dies and coating solutions (e.g., EDI®).

You will be a key member of the divisional leadership team, you are responsible for strategic growth and operating plan execution, and accountable for: Execution and performance of new product development (NPD), Sustaining engineering, Electrical, controls, and software engineering, Application and systems engineering, Achievement of key performance indicators (KPIs).

As Director, Global Engineering you will ensure successful development and commercialization of innovative polymer processing technologies through a structured stage-gate process, meeting milestone dates, cost targets, performance standards, and quality requirements. And you will be responsible for engineer- and configure-to-order systems from quotation through installation and startup, ensuring customer requirements are met in terms of process performance, throughput, energy efficiency, quality, delivery, and lifecycle reliability.

Role and Responsibilities

• Manage product development team in the design, validation, and release of projects utilizing the stage-gate process.

• Drive innovation in melt delivery, filtration, pelletizing, extrusion dies, and sustainable polymer processing solutions.

• Ensure design projects exceed expected product requirements and cost targets.

• Ensure design projects are fully verified and validated before designs are commercialized; this includes documentation, such as releases, manuals, and spare part lists.

• Support marketing in the evaluation of new design opportunities that could result in new commercial products.

• Manage the new product development and T&E budgets for the engineering teams.

• Manage application engineering team in the quoting and processing of engineered systems orders meeting customer specification and delivery requirements.

• Display strong customer passion, responsiveness, and superior communication in support of quoting, project management, and issue resolution within the application engineering team.

• Utilize the Nordson Business System Next (NBS Next) to drive growth and continuous improvement.

• Discipline on quantifying the value of our customers and products – (VOC and product vitality).

• Ensure focus on our core customers and products and the most attractive growth opportunities.

• Rely on data driven decisions that will drive sustained profitable organic growth.

• Standardize engineering processes globally to enhance scalability and efficiency.

• Demonstrate strong talent management ability working to develop employees while increasing engagement.

• Other duties as assigned.

Skills and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or electrical engineering

• Minimum of 10 years engineering experience is required.

• Minimum of 10 years previous management experience is required.

• Experience in practicing and implementing Lean methodologies with measurable results is preferred.

• Previous experience in industrial manufacturing environment is preferred.

• Strong interpersonal skills to work across organization in matrix structure.

• Problem solving abilities and use of analytical thinking.

• Ability to think creatively.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to prioritize and organize tasks required to manage projects.

• Experience in value stream execution and process management.

• Ability to influence.

• Change management skills.

• Ability to manage projects accurately and confidently

Travel

• Travel is estimated 25% of your time.

Benefits

We offer a flexible work schedule, a comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for growth and development.

About Nordson Polymer Processing Systems

Nordson Polymer Processing Systems designs, develops and manufactures systems to melt, homogenize, filter, meter, and give shape to plastic materials. We craft world-class machines to optimize every part of the polymer processing journey. By joining our team today, you will help us bring innovative ideas to life. Nordson Polymer Processing Systems is a global team that works to create intelligent solutions that help our customers improve their manufacturing process, produce better products and become even more competitive. Our polymer processing technologies and plastic extrusion equipment are used in applications across a wide range of industries, from food packaging to EV batteries. We offer a supportive culture in a growing and dynamic work environment. Whether you're just beginning your career or you're a seasoned professional, there's a place for you to belong at Nordson Polymer Processing Systems. We offer hourly and salary positions in production, maintenance, customer service, quality, engineering, and more. We actively invest in our teams to help you build your skillsets and advance your career.

Our recruitment process is designed to identify the best qualified candidates for the role, and we are committed to ensuring a fair and equitable interview process. We are looking for candidates who have a passion for inclusion, diversity and equity, and the ability to contribute to a culture where all employees feel valued, respected, and included.

Interested? 

If you are interested in being a part of a team that is dedicated to provide advanced machines and systems which help customers to improve their manufacturing process and creating an inclusive and diverse workplace, please apply online with your CV.