Dir, Engineering & Quality

Job-ID: 43294Category: Engineering/Tech/QualityLocation: Columbus, OH, United StatesSchedule: Full timePosted: 2026-10-12Worthington Enterprises is seeking a strategic and technically accomplished Director of Quality & Engineering to lead the engineering and quality functions within our Consumer Products Innovation organization. This leader will be responsible for driving the successful development, validation, launch, and continuous improvement of innovative consumer products across our portfolio of brands, including Coleman Fuel, Bernzomatic, Mag-`Torch, General Tools, Garden Weasel, Level5, and Halo.The Director will lead a multidisciplinary team of product design engineers and quality professionals responsible for delivering consumer-centric products that meet performance, safety, regulatory, cost, and quality objectives. This role serves as a key member of the cross-functional New Product Development Team and will support best-in-class product development processes, robust quality systems, and technical excellence from concept through commercialization.The ideal candidate combines strong engineering leadership, deep expertise in product quality and manufacturing, and a proven track record of bringing innovative consumer products to market. This individual will partner closely with Brand Management, Industrial Design, Consumer Insights, Project Management, Marketing, Commercial, Operations, Supply Chain, Product Support Engineering, Quality Assurance, Environmental Health and Safety, Finance, and external strategic partners to deliver on our promises to our customers. Key ResponsibilitiesProduct Development LeadershipLead and develop a high-performing team of product development engineers and quality professionalsDrive the design, development, validation, and commercialization of new products and product enhancements across multiple categoriesEstablish technical strategies, roadmaps, and engineering standards that support innovation and long-term business objectivesChampion engineering excellence in product design with intentionality for market introduction through end-of-life while ensuring solutions meet customer, business, manufacturing, and regulatory requirementsReview and guide technical decision-making and risk assessment during all phases of product developmentBuild organizational capability through coaching, mentoring, succession planning, and talent acquisitionQuality LeadershipEnsure products consistently meet quality standards; customer expectations, and business objectivesOversee and approve Advance Product Quality Planning (APQP) activities, including PFMEA, PCP, testing, design verification, reliability testing, and product qualification processes within the NPD framework Lead root cause analysis, corrective and preventive actions (CAPA), and product performance improvement effortsEstablish and monitor quality KPIs, providing actionable insights to leadership.Assist suppliers with the implementation of appropriate Quality/Manufacturing methods for suppliers to monitor critical characteristics including inspection plans, gauging methods, and other process controlsPerforms/participates in on-site supplier audits to qualify or verify supplier capabilities, processes, and quality systemsNew Product Development Process ExcellenceDrive continuous improvement on how engineering and quality executes within Stage-Gate New Product Development process to increase speed-to-market, execution discipline, and project success ratesFacilitate the definition of project scope, technical deliverables, resources, document requirements and specifications, timelines, budgets, and milestones in partnership with key stakeholdersEnsure effective project governance, risk assessment and management, and cross-functional communication throughout development Evaluate emerging technologies, materials, manufacturing methods, and industry trends to support innovation initiativesFacilitate design reviews, technical reviews, process reviews, and commercialization readiness assessmentsCross-Functional LeadershipServe as the primary technical and quality representative for CPG InnovationPartner with internal teams and external partners to ensure robust supplier development, evaluate quality systems, and ensure production readinessCollaborate closely with Brand Management, Marketing, Packaging, Industrial Design, Consumer Insights, Commercial, Operations, Supply Chain, Product Support Engineering, Quality Assurance, Environmental Health and Safety, Finance, IT, and external strategic partners to achieve business objectivesCommunicate complex technical information effectively to both technical and non-technical audiencesInfluence organizational priorities and build alignment among diverse stakeholdersStrategic Business LeadershipAlign engineering and quality resources to support growth initiatives, innovation priorities, and portfolio strategiesIdentify emerging technologies, materials, manufacturing processes and intellectual property opportunities for competitive advantages across the portfolioDevelop annual operating plans, budgets, capital requests, and resource forecasts for the Engineering and Quality functionsContribute to long-term innovation strategy, technology roadmaps, and portfolio planning; make insights-informed recommendations to CPG leadersQualificationsRequiredMaster’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Quality Engineering, or a related technical discipline20+ years’ experience of stage-gate product development and quality leadership for consumer products, durable goods, industrial products, or related environment Demonstrated success from conceptualization through commercializationStrong knowledge of product development methodologies; design verification and validation, manufacturing procedures, and quality processes; i.e., Engineering standards; CAD standards; Design reviews; Design for Manufacturing (DFM); Design for Assembly (DFA); Design for Cost (DFC); Platform architecture; Component reuse strategy; Technology roadmaps; Technical mentoring across all brandsExperience managing cross-functional teams and complex development programsProven ability to influence senior leaders and drive organizational changePreferredCombined advanced degrees (M.S. or MBA)Experience with both domestic and global manufacturing and contract suppliers Knowledge of quality management systems, reliability engineering, FMEA, DFSS, Six Sigma, Lean methodologies, and continuous improvement practicesProfessional certifications such as ASQ CQE, CRE, Six Sigma Black Belt, or PMPLeadership CompetenciesTechnical Excellence / Talent DeveloperBusiness Acumen / Strategic ThinkerCustomer Focused / Innovation MindsetCollaborative Influencer / Change LeadershipResults Oriented / Problem SolverSuccess MeasuresNew products launched, contributions to revenue growth, and speed-to-marketProduct quality and reliability metricsProject delivery against budget and scheduleEngineering and quality team engagement and developmentContinuous improvement and engineering excellenceAbout the companyOur Company is proud to have a dynamic and inclusive workforce where employees are empowered to innovate, thrive and grow. We believe that each employee’s unique strengths contribute to the success of our organization. This belief extends to how we consider our job applicants. Your talents may align with this position or other opportunities within our organization. Apply today to start unlocking your career potential with Worthington Enterprises.We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities in the application and hiring process. If you are interested in employment with Worthington Enterprises and need an accommodation or assistance using the careers website, please contact View email address on click.appcast.io Enterprises (NYSE: WOR) is a designer and manufacturer of market-leading brands that help improve everyday life by elevating spaces and experiences. The Company operates with two primary business units: Building Products and Consumer Products.The Building Products segment includes cooking, heating, cooling and water solutions, architectural and acoustical grid ceilings and metal framing and accessories. The Consumer Products segment provides solutions for the tools, outdoor living and celebrations categories. Product brands within the Worthington Enterprises portfolio include Balloon Time, Bernzomatic, Coleman (propane cylinders), CoMet, Elgen, Garden Weasel, General, HALO, Hawkeye, Level5 Tools, Mag Torch, NEXI, Pactool International, PowerCore, Ragasco, Well-X-Trol and XLite, among others.Founded in 1955 as Worthington Industries, Worthington Enterprises follows a people-first Philosophy with earning money for its shareholders as its first corporate goal. Headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, Worthington Enterprises and its joint ventures employ approximately 6,000 people throughout North America and Europe.