Human Resources Business Partner – Product Development, Engineering

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. Partner with Engineering, Product Management, and IT leaders to understand their organizations, priorities, talent, and challenges .

Posted 11/3/2026full-timeRosemont • Illinois • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $93,000 - $135,900 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in HR Business Partnering, advising on talent management, organizational design, and employee relations while leveraging data analytics to drive strategic workforce decisions. Proven ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders.

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HR Business Partner ExperienceTalent ManagementOrganizational DesignData AnalyticsEmployee Relations

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Hard Skills

Workforce PlanningSuccession PlanningPerformance ManagementLeadership DevelopmentChange Management

Soft Skills

Strong Business AcumenClear CommunicationSound JudgmentDiscretionAbility to Manage Competing Priorities

Tools & Technologies

WorkdayHCM Platform

Certifications & Qualifications

PHRSPHRSHRM-CPSHRM-SCP

Industry Keywords

Employee LifecycleTalent AcquisitionHR OperationsU.S. Employment LawsTechnical Organization

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Partner with Engineering, Product Management, and IT leaders to understand their organizations, priorities, talent, and challenges
Advise on workforce planning, organization design, talent assessment, succession, development, performance, and key talent decisions
Coach leaders through complex people situations and strengthen management capability
Provide guidance on employee relations, performance concerns, investigations, corrective action, policy interpretation, and sensitive issues
Use people and business data to identify trends, diagnose issues, and develop fact-based recommendations
Lead cross-functional HR and business initiatives from problem definition through implementation and adoption
Align stakeholders, manage dependencies, and deliver sustainable improvements
Collaborate with Talent Acquisition, Total Rewards, HR Operations, HRIS/Payroll, and other HR colleagues
Deliver practical HR solutions across the employee lifecycle

Requirements

What you’ll need

5+ years of demonstrated HR Business Partner experience
Experience independently advising leaders on talent, organization, performance, employee relations, and workforce decisions
Experience supporting senior leaders and complex client groups
Strong business acumen
Sound judgment across performance, employee relations, policy application, and HR operational matters
Experience with talent planning, succession, organizational design, workforce planning, and leadership development
Experience leading cross-functional projects and change initiatives from definition through implementation and adoption
Strong analytical capability with demonstrated use of people and business data
Clear communication, discretion, and ability to independently manage competing priorities
Working knowledge of applicable U.S. employment laws and practices
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience
Preferred: experience supporting Engineering, Product Management, IT, Technology, or another technical organization
Preferred: experience supporting a global or geographically dispersed organization
Preferred: experience with Workday or a comparable HCM platform
Preferred: PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP certification

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual discretionary bonus through the Manager Incentive Plan
Mobile allowance for business-related personal cell phone use
401(k) savings plan with 4% employer match
Medical, dental and vision insurance
Parental, medical and military leaves of absence
Paid time off
12 paid holidays annually
Paid vacation beginning at 13 days annually
Paid sick leave as provided under state and local laws
Company-paid short-term disability
Optional long-term disability
Health savings account
Health care and dependent care reimbursement accounts
Employee and dependent life insurance
Supplemental life and AD&D insurance
Hospital indemnity
Identity protection
Legal services
Adoption assistance
Tuition assistance
Commuter benefits
Employee discounts
Employee assistance program with free counseling sessions
Access to an on-site fitness center featuring Life Fitness and Hammer Strength equipment