Director of Global New Product Development

G&W Electric Co.

Director of Global New Product Development leading technical product development from concept to launch for G&W Electric. Responsible for global NPD engineering organization and product pipeline in electric grid space.

Posted 7/16/2026full-timeBolingbrook • Illinois • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $131,918 - $178,957 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Electrical/Electromechanical Design and Systems Integration, with a strong focus on New Product Development (NPD) processes and methodologies. Proven ability to lead global teams, manage complex projects, and drive continuous improvement in product quality and development timelines.

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Electrical/Electromechanical DesignNew Product Development (NPD)Program Execution SkillsDFSS and Lean ToolsBOM and Documentation Management

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Hard Skills

Electrical/Electromechanical DesignPower ElectronicsSystems IntegrationNew Product Development (NPD)DFSSLean ToolsDOEFMEABOM ManagementDocumentation/PLM Systems

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsTeamworkProblem-Solving SkillsOrganization SkillsNegotiation Skills

Industry Keywords

EngineeringProduct DevelopmentManufacturing ProcessesSimulation CapabilitiesStakeholder EngagementResource AlignmentTechnical StandardsGlobal TeamsRapid PrototypingMarket Specifications

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide strategic direction for the NPD department and linkage to business strategy
Set the strategic direction for the NPD organization, translating business strategy into departmental goals and short- and long-term plans.
Own the global NPD strategic plan and budget, in partnership with the Director of Project Management (NPD) and the GPLMs.
Benchmark industry best practices and drive continuous improvement of NPD processes, tools, and methods.
Evaluate and advance new technology, materials, simulation capability, and systems that result in new products and patents.
Build rapid-prototyping capability for radical innovation, partnering with the Innovation team, to move ideas from concept to product faster.
Partner with Marketing/GPLMs to build and maintain product development roadmaps.
Provide hands-on technical guidance to managers and engineers, continuously raising the bar on development quality.
Own the accuracy and quality of department deliverables BOMs, documentation, and standards that meet marketing specifications and support manufacturing, installation, and field operation.
Support Sales and Marketing throughout development and go-to-market phases of G&W's product portfolio.
Review and approve development and test plans for new products and product modifications.
Develop and execute the roadmap to increase upfront simulation capabilities to shorten development timelines and improve design confidence and product quality.
Lead G&W's global product development engineering network, including projects executed at BBK that support satellite facilities; Engineering Managers at satellite facilities have dotted-line accountability to this role.
Allocate resources against product roadmaps and business objectives to support revenue growth.
Manage key supplier and partner relationships to execute approved projects and support commercialization.

Requirements

What you’ll need

A Bachelors degree in Engineering, Mechanical or Electrical
10+ years of engineering experience in a product development environment, including 7+ years in a managerial role (2+ years managing managers preferred).
Expertise in electrical/electromechanical design, power electronics, and systems integration.
Proven track record leading global NPD teams through complex, highly technical development projects while growing team skills and capability.
Strong program execution skills sound planning, resource alignment, stakeholder engagement, and persistent follow-through to results.
Ability to interpret technical standards and communicate technical issues and their impact clearly to direct reports and other stakeholders.
Comfortable managing shifting priorities across multiple concurrent projects.
Strong interpersonal, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
Strong organization, facilitation, and negotiation skills.
Proficiency in DFSS and Lean tools (DOE, Capability & Control, FMEA, MSE, DFM, etc.).
Experience with ECNs, BOMs, and documentation/PLM systems.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Working knowledge of manufacturing/production processes, materials, and material mechanics.
Ability to travel within and outside the USA.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
Short and Long-Term Disability
Life Insurance
Health club membership program and reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program
Tuition Reimbursement
401 (k)
Annual Profit Sharing
Vacation
Air-conditioned/heated state-of-the-art manufacturing facility