Engineering Manager

The Engineering Manager – VECE COE (PA) is responsible for leading Value Engineering (VE) and Component Engineering (CE) initiatives across Process Automation project engineering portfolios.

This role owns end-to-end VE/CE program execution, drives cost optimization and productivity improvements, and leads a team of engineers delivering system-level solutions across PA platforms (e.g., Experion PKS, cabinets, control hardware, networking, I/O and RTU systems).

The position operates with high autonomy and requires strong cross-functional collaboration across Engineering, Integrated Supply Chain (ISC), Manufacturing, and global teams.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in electrical, Electronics, Mechanical, or equivalent.
• 12 – 15 + years of experience in Process Automation
• Demonstrated experience in team leadership and engineering management
• Strong experience in system-level design and cost optimization initiatives
• Strong knowledge in electro-mechanical design and ability to convert the ideas to VE projects.

Preferred Qualifications

• Expertise in PA project engineering processes and lifecycle
• Experience with DCS platforms such as Experion PKS or equivalent
• Exposure to certification-driven environments (IECEx, ATEX, UL, CSA)
• Experience working with global engineering, sourcing, and manufacturing teams
• Strong program management, financial acumen, and stakeholder management skills

Key Competencies

• Leadership & Talent Development
• Systems Thinking & Cost Engineering
• Program & Execution Excellence
• Influencing & Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Business Acumen & Financial Ownership

Success Metrics

• Achievement of VE/CE savings targets (DM & Non-DM)
• Strong pipeline and execution of VECE initiatives
• Team capability development and engagement
• Contribution to PA margin improvement and competitiveness

Key Responsibilities1. People Leadership

• Lead and manage a Global VE/CE engineering team, providing technical direction, coaching, and performance management.
• Own VE/CE delivery for assigned product lines, with accountability for cost out pipeline creation, prioritization, and execution of Process Automation
• Partner closely with Product Engineering, and Project Engineering teams of PA, Program Management, Sourcing, and Procurement to identify and realize VE/CE opportunities.
• Drive technical capability building in PA systems, VE/CE methodologies, and cost engineering
• Manage resource planning, workload allocation, Budget and performance management
• Build a high-performing, accountable, and innovation-driven team culture
• Provide technical governance and decision authority for VE/CE design changes in electromechanical systems used in Process Automation business

2. VE/CE Program Management

• Own and drive VE/CE project lifecycle (Both DM and Non DM): ideation → feasibility → execution → validation → closure
• Build and sustain a strong pipeline of VE/CE opportunities aligned with PA priorities
• Ensure delivery of productivity targets (Direct Material and Non-DM savings)
• Track and govern project execution through standard VECE tools and operating mechanisms.
• Work closely with Sourcing and factories and technology team to generate new VECE ideas.

3. System Engineering & Cost Optimization

• Lead system-level cost optimization initiatives for PA solutions, including:
• Distributed Control Systems (e.g., Experion PKS)
• Cabinets, control panels, and hardware platforms
• Networking, I/O subsystems, and RTU architectures
• Knowledge on UMS, safety cabinets and other key product lines of PA
• Identify cost-out opportunities across system architecture, assemblies, and suppliers
• Ensure design changes meet safety, compliance, certification, and customer requirements

4. Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with Project Engineering, Proposal, and NPI teams to identify VE/CE opportunities
• Work closely with ISC / Sourcing teams on supplier strategy, dual sourcing, and negotiations
• Engage with manufacturing sites for factory productivity and implementation
• Lead VECE ideation workshops and stakeholder engagement

5. Financial & Business Ownership

• Deliver measurable cost savings and margin improvement for the PA business
• Develop business cases including ROI, NRE, payback, and risk assessment
• Support Annual Operating Plan (AOP), STRAP, and productivity forecasting
• Ensure alignment with VECE COE business goals and PA strategic priorities

6. Governance & Operational Excellence

• Establish and drive strong program governance and PMO practices
• Lead technical and business reviews at COE/GBE/system levels
• Drive continuous improvement and standardization across VECE processes
• Maintain required documentation:
• Cost analysis and savings validation
• Design changes and compliance documentation
• Risk assessments and supplier comparisons