Engineering Manager Product Support Jenbacher Product Line

About INNIO

INNIO Group is a global distributed energy solutions provider that delivers reliable flexible transient decentralized modular and efficient power. With a track record of innovation INNIO designs manufactures and services highperformance power systems under its Jenbacher and Waukesha brands. The company delivers power for applications including data centers microgrids grid stabilization industrial energy and gas compression.

INNIO operates a global installed base across approximately 100 countries as of December 31 2025 supported by a resilient highmargin services business that delivers longterm recurring revenues across the full equipment lifecycle. As electricity demand acceleratesdriven by AI electrification and grid constraintsINNIO enables scalable behindthemeter power generation with high efficiency fast start capability strong transient performance and fuel flexibility including hydrogenready solutions. INNIO employs over 5000 people worldwide and is committed to moving energy forward.

As the Engineering Manager you will act as a leader and technical expert for our products making use of a proven track record in the stated technical area. Youll lead the team successfully in a matrix organization & develop team members in line with company goals and objectives.

Youll Lead an engineering team as functional manager and take responsibility for personnel and engine development topics focusing on product support for Jenbacher product line produced in the US covering all domains such as design mechanical engineering performance and controls. Give technical guidance and lead projects in the stated area of specialty ensuring alignment with other functions globally inside and outside of engineering.

Act as a go-to function within Engineering for Production and Procurement with the ability to remove roadblocks and ensure common goals are achieved.

What youll do:

• People Planning and Resource Management
  • Set up a team to serve the needs of the business both from the point of view of correct organizational set-up and the continual development of skills and experience.
  • Define work packages and tasks to create impactful products and technologies support the planning process and analyze skill gaps within the business.
  • Manage employee performance and ensure personal development of employees to build expertise skills and leadership and ensure succession plans for key positions.
  • Personnel additions & reductions and ensuring the right blend of full-time staff and contractors
• Technical Leadership Ownership & Accountability
  • Plan and lead system & technology development projects and manage their execution to meet teams commitments.
  • Lead mentor and assist with analysis & resolution of technical challenges encountered by teams.
  • Incorporate lessons learned and industry best practices regarding engine technologies applicable processes tools and standards into continuous development.
  • Provide technical consultation throughout business-critical activities to all stakeholders.
  • Effectively communicate and provide recommendations through the analysis preparation and presentation of technical data to internal and external INNIO customers.
• Collaboration
  • Promote an open & communicative environment both inside and external to the team to ensure ideas considered equally and with appropriate consideration of all CTQs.
  • Eliminate inefficiencies within the team by use of appropriate methods & processes avoidance of duplication minimization of work handovers and ownership of tasks.
  • Be supportive to the other functions internal to engineering and external.

What youll bring:

• Bachelor or Master of Science in Mechanical engineering or similar.
• Strong leadership abilities to manage and support a team of engineers with proven mentoring coaching and motivational skills.
• Long-term professional experience in combustion engine development with substantial experience in new product development and leading cross-functional projects.
• Profound experience in several fields such as design analysis validation project management.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English (German is a plus) with the ability to influence present key information and engage in discussions with senior management.
• Strong interpersonal skills with team player mentality. Ability to interact smoothly at all levels of the organization.

Additional Details:

• Location:Waukesha WI
• Travel: This position will require an extended trip (2-3 months) to Jenbach Austria to train on the product and collaborate with Jenbach peers. After the initial trip will be up to 10% of domestic and international travel
• Visa Sponsorship:This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship now or in the foreseeable future.

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