Application Engineering Manager

Prysmian, with local headquarters in Highland Heights, Kentucky, is a leader in the development, design, manufacture, marketing and distribution of copper, aluminum and fiber optic wire and cable products for the communications, energy, industrial and specialty markets. The Company offers competitive strengths in such areas as breadth of product line, brand recognition, distribution and logistics, service and operating efficiency.Communications wire and cable products transmit low-voltage signals for voice, data, video and control applications. Energy cables include low-, medium- and high-voltage power distribution and power transmission products.The power distribution segment is comprised of application-specific cables for uses such as electrical power generation (traditional fuels, alternative and renewable sources, and distributed generation), the oil, gas and petrochemical industries, mining, industrial automation, marine, military and aerospace applications, power applications in the telecommunications industry, and other key industrial segments.Position Summary:The Manager of Application Engineering is responsible for overseeing the team responsible for providing technical support to all Power Distribution customers in the United States, working with territory sales managers and the Vice President of Sales to promote new and existing products, and assisting R&D in developing customer-centric new offerings and cost-savings opportunities.This position is located at Prysmian's North American headquarters in Highland Heights, KY.Nature & ScopeReporting to the Director of Field Services and Innovation with a dotted line to the General Manager of the Power Distribution business unit, the Manager of Application Engineering is accountable for providing technical responses to all customer enquiries, promoting new and existing products, and assisting with quotes and orders as needed across the USA. Overseeing a team of regional applications engineers, the manager is also responsible for organization and planning, talent development, and process improvements for the team as a whole. The Manager of Application Engineering primarily works cross-functionally with outside sales, inside sales, and design engineering.Responsibilities:Lead and grow the application engineering team for power distribution in the United StatesEnsure sufficient response to all customer enquiries concerning power distribution productsWorking with the regional application engineer, participate in major quotes and bids with key customers as neededWork with Design Engineering to provide product optimizations for new and existing customersProvide corrective action reports and responses to major quality concernsParticipate in critical customer SRM meetings and customer scorecard reviews as neededWork closely with R&D to develop new products and cost-saving opportunitiesParticipate in industry conferences including IEEE Insulated Conductors Committee and Overhead Lines SubcommitteeParticipate in standard development concerning wire and cable including ICEA and ASTMProvide guidance as needed to manufacturing to ensure product quality and performanceParticipate in cross-functional teams and be an influencer within a matrix organizationManage and prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced environmentThink and act LEAN in order to optimize internal processes and customer offeringsTravel to customer locations, manufacturing sites, industry conferences, and trade shows (at least 25%), including international travel - company travel policy permittingMinimum Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Chemical, Mechanical, or Electrical) or a related field coupled with 5+ years of related experience.5-10 years’ experience in Engineering, preferably Wire and Cable3 - 5 years of leadership experience5+ years’ experience in EngineeringStrong engineering knowledgeStrong computer skills, proficient in ExcelExcellent verbal and written communication skillsAbility to travel at least 25% to include international travelPreferred Qualifications:Engineering management experience desiredExperience working in power distribution or transmission is a plusWillingness to take ownership and drive to success; High energy and urgency level to maintain fast paced environmentCreative, critical and analytical thinking ability; Passionate, competitive, and tactical in thinking and styleDisplays leadership and the ability to manage projects, proficient in conflict resolution, ability to receive and respond to feedback.Cross functional Team player who can motivate, energize, and be persuasive.Ability to receive and respond positively to feedbackDisplays leadership and the ability to manage projectsProficient in conflict resolution