R&D NPI Engineering Manager

We’re looking for people who put their innovation to work to advance our success – and their own. Join an organization that ensures a more secure world through connecting and protecting our customers with inventive electrical solutions. The R&D NPI Engineering Manager will be a strategic and hands‑on leader who drives on‑time delivery and best practices for our new product introduction (NPI) programs within our Data Solutions business. This role will lead, coach and mentor a team of project and program managers to ensure alignment with business goals through effective portfolio and process management. Responsibilities Team Leadership & Development: Lead, mentor and inspire a high‑performing global project management team specializing in NPI program execution, developing a culture of collaboration, accountability, continuous improvement, and empowering the team to drive excellence in project delivery. NPI Execution and Delivery: Oversee end‑to‑end execution of projects, ensuring on‑time delivery, within scope and on budget while maintaining high quality outcomes. Cross‑Functional Coordination: Partner closely with engineering, product management, integrated supply chain, manufacturing and operations teams to ensure alignment of project priorities, resources, and timelines, facilitating seamless execution of programs. Resource Allocation: Optimize resource planning and allocation across projects, balancing capacity dynamically to meet changing business priorities and ensure effective utilization. Portfolio Management: Collaborate with key partners to drive the selection and prioritization of NPI projects, connected to our strategic objectives and business goals. Continuous Improvement: Own and evolve the NPI phase‑gate process to ensure consistent and efficient product development lifecycle execution; drive continuous evaluation and enhancement of project management processes, tools and methodologies to improve efficiency and scalability. Performance & Reporting: Define and track KPIs to measure project health and business impact; lead monthly business reviews to communicate progress, risks, and opportunities to senior leadership. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Engineering 8+ years of proven experience in NPI or PMO leadership roles, preferably in data or technology‑driven environments 2+ years of people leadership experience, including coaching, mentoring, and developing high‑performing teams Proven record of leading large‑scale, complex projects and driving successful product introductions Proficiency in PMO practices, methodologies, tools and processes Outstanding ability to lead and influence cross‑functional teams and drive results in a matrixed organization Excellent communication, coaching and stakeholder management skills Strong analytical, problem‑solving and decision‑making abilities Experience in manufacturing, industrial or engineering‑focused organizations Benefits Compensation Range: $105,000.00 – $195,000.00, with potential annual incentives 401(k) retirement plan with company match Employee stock purchase plan (including company match) Medical, dental and vision plans with flexible spending accounts Short‑term and long‑term disability benefits, critical illness, accident and life insurance Tuition reimbursement, caregiver support, personal and parental leave, backup care services Paid time off including volunteer time, well‑being program, legal and identity theft protection Pay Transparency: nVent’s pay scale is based on the expected range of base pay for this job and the employee’s work location nVent is committed to equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by national, federal, state or local law. #J-18808-Ljbffr nVent