Product Engineering Manager

ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions

. Lead the development, optimization, and certification of products supporting innovation, manufacturability, and cost efficiency .

Posted 11/12/2026full-timeMason City • Iowa • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $100,000 - $120,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading product development and optimization initiatives while ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements. Proficient in managing cross-functional teams and projects from concept through industrialization, with a strong focus on cost efficiency and manufacturability.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Bachelor's Degree In Mechanical EngineeringNew Product Development ManagementSolidWorks ProficiencyRegulatory Compliance ExperienceStrong Problem-Solving Skills

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Hard Skills

Product DesignProduct TestingData AnalysisManufacturing Throughput OptimizationTechnical Leadership

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationCollaborationCoaching And DevelopmentDecision-MakingResults-Driven Approach

Tools & Technologies

SolidWorksMicrosoft OfficeData-Analysis Tools

Industry Keywords

Hollow-Metal IndustrySteel Door InstituteHollow Metal Manufacturers AssociationProduct Certification RequirementsControlled Documentation

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the development, optimization, and certification of products supporting innovation, manufacturability, and cost efficiency
Lead product-design initiatives responding to customer requirements and evolving market needs
Identify, prioritize, and execute product testing and improvement projects involving certifications, sustainability, cost efficiency, and manufacturing throughput
Provide technical leadership throughout product design, validation, and implementation of design changes
Manage new product-development projects from concept through industrialization
Ensure product designs and options comply with applicable industry standards and regulatory requirements
Represent CURRIES through participation in Steel Door Institute and Hollow Metal Manufacturers Association industry groups
Maintain controlled documentation for materials, product designs, specifications, and quality requirements
Establish product-design guidelines and direct custom-design decisions
Lead, coach, and develop Product Engineers and Drafting Technicians
Establish goals, priorities, and accountability aligned with plant performance metrics
Conduct performance coaching, development planning, and succession planning
Serve as a technical mentor and resource for Quality, Order Processing, Customer Service, Accounting, and Operations
Support daily manufacturing operations by resolving product-related issues and minimizing production downtime
Collaborate with Process Engineering on capital projects and equipment-related improvements
Balance customer requirements, product performance, compliance, manufacturability, and cost in technical decisions

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Product Design Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related engineering field
At least five years of engineering and/or management experience in a technical environment
Experience managing new product-development projects from concept through industrialization
Demonstrated success completing projects on time and within established requirements and constraints
Experience working with regulatory agencies and product-certification requirements
Proficiency with SolidWorks or a similar computer-aided design platform
Proficiency with data-analysis tools and Microsoft Office
Strong problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making skills
Ability to lead through collaboration and influence across different functions and levels of the organization
Effective written and verbal communication skills
A results-driven approach with a strong sense of ownership and accountability
Knowledge of the hollow-metal industry is a plus

Benefits

Comp & perks

Paid time off, including sick and vacation days
12 paid holidays
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and AD&D Insurance
Health and flexible savings accounts subject to eligibility requirements
401(k) with company contributions
Tuition Reimbursement
Learning and Career Development opportunities
Employee Assistance Program
Employee discount and recognition programs
Well-being and employee experience initiatives designed to support you throughout your career