At DistributionNOW, we believe our associates are the best in the business. We value and reward hardworking, creative, and dedicated employees that desire to be part of a team committed to outstanding customer service. START YOUR CAREER NOW. Position Overview: We are seeking a highly motivated and strategic Central Engineering Team Manager to lead and develop our central engineering team. This team plays a critical role in facility design, new product development, current product improvements, and supporting sales with technical insight and innovation. The ideal candidate will have a strong engineering background, proven leadership capabilities, and a passion for continuous improvement and cross-functional collaboration. Key Responsibilities: * Team Leadership & Development * Recruit, lead, mentor, and develop a multidisciplinary team of engineers. * Foster a culture of innovation, accountability, and continuous learning. * Allocate resources and assign projects to ensure optimal team performance. * Engineering & Design * Oversee the design and development of new Facility Designs and Product offerings. * Ensure that engineering projects meet quality, cost, and timeline objectives. * Support the implementation of new technologies, integrate the product offerings of multiple business units, and proactive designs for clients. * Product Development & Support * Drive the product development lifecycle from concept to launch. * Collaborate with sales, manufacturing, and quality teams to ensure design feasibility and compliance. * Identify and execute improvements on current products to enhance performance, cost-efficiency, and customer satisfaction. * Sales & Opportunity Support * Meet with customers to present and develop solutions and product offerings. * Partner with the sales team to identify and evaluate new business opportunities. * Provide technical support and innovative solutions for customer requirements and proposals. * Translate customer feedback into actionable engineering improvements. * Process & Efficiency Improvements * Analyze existing product lines for design and manufacturing optimization. * Lead initiatives focused on reducing costs, improving quality, and increasing production efficiency. * Standardize engineering practices and documentation across the organization. Qualifications: * Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, or Petroleum Engineering * 7 years of engineering experience with at least 3 years in a leadership or management role. * Proven experience in facility design, product development, and cross-functional collaboration. * Strong project management skills and ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously. * Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills. * Experience working in a manufacturing environment is a plus. Preferred Skills: * Proficiency in process software and engineering tools. * Familiarity with fabrication processes and build efficiencies. * Background in supporting sales or customer-facing engineering projects. * Experience working in a matrixed or multi-site engineering environment.