Product Design Engineer III at Watts Water in Menomonee Falls, WI

Product Design Engineer III

Location: Menomonee Falls, WI · Hybrid

We’re Watts. Together, we’re reimagining the future of water.

We feel proud every day about what we do. We're all part of the same crucial mission, no matter what function we support -- it's to provide safe, clean water for the world, and to protect our planet's most valuable resource.

What we do:

For 150 years, Watts has built best-in-class products that are trusted by customers in residential and commercial settings across the world. We are at the forefront of innovation, working with cutting-edge technology to provide smart and connected, sustainable water solutions for the future. Watts is a leading brand with a quality reputation — and we have a dynamic future ahead.​

Scope of Position

This highly motivated individual, as part of the Product Engineering Team, will lead complex engineering projects in collaboration with other engineers, designers, cross-functional team members, project managers, and business leaders to execute product line maintenance, product improvement, cost reduction, compliance, and new product development initiatives. This level is intended for a senior engineer who leads and influences product strategy, technical direction, risk resolution, and cross-functional execution across multiple products, platforms, or major initiatives.

Career level differentiator: Leads and Influences

Primary Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead complex new product development, product improvement, cost reduction, compliance, special product, and sustaining engineering projects from concept through release.
• Develop robust designs for new, special, or existing products that can be manufactured economically and according to established project timelines.
• Work from product specifications, customer needs, regulatory requirements, and product roadmaps to design components and assemblies, specify materials, and validate product performance.
• Work closely with Product Management and business leaders to define, plan, and execute new and existing product projects in alignment with product roadmaps, portfolio priorities, and corporate strategy.
• Determine technical approaches for ambiguous engineering challenges and bring clarity, reasoning, alignment, and resolution to complex product and business issues.
• Lead or execute advanced engineering calculations, analysis, performance testing, tolerance analysis, and design verification activities.
• Lead cross-functional design reviews, DFMEAs, design verification planning and reporting, technical risk reviews, and corrective action efforts.
• Coordinate project workloads for designers, supporting engineers, lab resources, outside suppliers, and contracted services to achieve project objectives.
• Serve as technical authority and reviewer for assigned products, platforms, and major programs, including high-risk engineering changes and product release decisions.
• Provide advanced technical support to manufacturing, quality, supply chain, sales, technical service, compliance, and customer-facing teams.
• Explore new technologies, materials, components, and manufacturing methods and evaluate how they can integrate into existing or new Bradley products.
• Mentor Product Engineer I and II team members, designers, and project contributors; model disciplined engineering judgment and effective cross-functional leadership.
• Influence engineering standards, design practices, product documentation quality, and continuous improvement of product development processes.
• Other duties and projects as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or an equivalent technical discipline.
• 7+ years of relevant engineering experience preferred; experience with design and manufacturing of commercial plumbing, safety, washroom, electro-mechanical, or related products beneficial.
• Master's degree, professional engineering registration, project management certification, or advanced technical credential beneficial.
• Advanced design experience with electro-mechanical and plumbing systems and manufacturing processes including sheet metal fabrication, casting, stamping, machining, injection molding, coating, and assembly.
• Advanced ability to apply GD&T, tolerance stack-ups, material selection, design for manufacturability, regulatory knowledge, and product validation strategy.
• Advanced proficiency with CAD platforms and related vault or PDM systems such as SolidWorks, Siemens NX, Autodesk Inventor, or AutoCAD.
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams, manage complex projects, resolve ambiguity, and make timely technical decisions with minimal oversight.
• Proficiency with interpreting laws, regulations, codes, and industry standards and ensuring that product designs satisfy certification requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to quantify and balance product performance, quality, manufacturability, cost, schedule, risk, serviceability, and customer value.
• Strong technical judgment, mechanical aptitude, leadership presence, communication ability, and attention to detail.
• Ability to mentor engineers, influence peers and stakeholders, and communicate effectively with technical and non-technical audiences.
• Must successfully establish employment eligibility and satisfactorily complete background checks and required pre-employment testing as a condition of employment.

General Applicable Company Competencies

• Commitment to Watts' values of integrity, accountability, continuous improvement and innovation, and transparency.
• Punctuality and dependability.
• Ability to be flexible and adapt to changing work priorities and stressful conditions.
• Adherence to all personnel policies, procedures, and standards of process as implemented by Watts.
• Maintain productive and collaborative relationships with other Watts employees.
• Adherence to Watts' seven cultural beliefs: Growth Mindset, Customer-Focused Innovation, Constant Communication, Clear Goals, Collaborate Globally, Be Inclusive, and Take Action.

Working Conditions

While performing the job duties, you will be working on-site at a manufacturing facility and will perform the majority of your duties in an office environment. You may, at times, be required to be present on the manufacturing floor and will be required to wear the appropriate personal protective equipment. You will be required to work in the office at the Menomonee Falls, WI location (Monday - Friday). Your scheduled work hours will be communicated to you by your manager.

Physical Requirements

Specific physical abilities required for this position include, but are not limited to:

• Ability to remain seated at a desk or workstation for extended periods.
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks like typing on a keyboard or using a mouse for extended periods.
• Ability to physically move around the office, organize or transport files, packages, or other office-related materials.
• Ability to read documents, use a computer, and perform data entry tasks.
• Ability to communicate clearly with management and coworkers, particularly in meetings or phone calls.
• Ability to operate standard office equipment such as computers, printers, phones, and copiers.
• Ability to occasionally lift and carry light objects, such as office supplies, documents, or small equipment.
• Close vision, color vision, and depth perception.

Watts in it for you:

Please note that the following benefits apply only to permanent roles and do not apply to internship roles.

• Competitive compensation based on your skills, qualifications and experience
• Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits
• Family building benefits, including paid maternity/paternity leave
• 10 paid holidays and Paid Time Off
• Continued professional development opportunities and educational reimbursement
• Additional perks such as fitness reimbursements and employee discount programs
• Learn more about our benefit offerings here: https://tapintowattsbenefits.com/

How we work:

At Watts, our culture is team-oriented and supportive. Employees here genuinely care about the quality of their work, and about each other. Our people are the heart of who we are and contribute to our longevity and continued success.

And this is a place where you can have a big career. No matter your role, there are opportunities for learning and development, and your daily contributions make a meaningful impact on the lives of people who use our products and on the future of water.

Watts is committed to equal employment opportunity. We follow a policy of administering all employment decisions and personnel actions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, national origin, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, genetic disposition or carrier status, marital status, military or veteran status, minorities, or any other category protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Consistent with the obligations of state and federal law, Watts will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Any employee who needs a reasonable accommodation should contact Human Resources.