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Westlake offers you the potential to enrich your work life and career experience in an entrepreneurial environment. We work together to enhance peoples' lives through our products and presence in the communities in which we operate. SUMMARY Job Summary: We are seeking a Product Development Engineering Manager to join our dynamic team in Columbus, OH. This role is integral to our mission of bringing new and innovative building products for siding and trim to market. The ideal candidate will have a passion for nurturing new ideas and products, leading engineering projects from concept to commercialization, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver exceptional results. As a change agent, you will drive excellence in our engineering processes, including manufacturing testing, development of specifications, and tool development for both injection molding and extrusion DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES May include, but are not limited to, the following: Generate and define requirements for new products in collaboration with customers and stakeholders, ensuring alignment with market demands and Westlake's strategic objectives. Investigate and integrate the latest advancements in tooling machinery and materials for injection molding and extrusion processes. Utilize CAD tools for drafting, designing, and analyzing the flow to optimize manufacturing and ensure quality standards for siding and trim products2. Oversee prototyping, testing, and data collection to enhance product performance and drive cost efficiency. Commercialize products by collaborating with sales, marketing, and manufacturing teams to ensure readiness for market launch. Influence capital planning for equipment budgets to support new product development. Manage the day-to-day activities of the product development engineering department, including task assignments, project management, and department development. Conduct performance evaluations and develop training schedules for department staff. Identify and lead Six Sigma and Lean projects to optimize manufacturing processes. Maintain comprehensive records for projects, programs, designs, systems, and materials. Provide support at plants, evaluate operations, and assist with safety and health hazard elimination. EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS Job Qualifications: Bachelor's degree (B.S.) from an ABET-accredited university in Mechanical, Chemical, Materials, or Plastics Engineering. 10+ years of hands-on product design and development experience, with a demonstrated track record of bringing new products from concept to commercialization. Minimum 3 years management experience. Knowledge of polymer chemistry, specifically as it applies to the manufacture, testing, analysis, and application of building products for siding and trim. Six Sigma Green/Black Belt certification preferred with knowledge of DOE, DMAIC, Fishbone, 5-Why, FMEA, and statistical analysis. Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to build collaborative working relationships across a diverse organization. Required Skills: Problem-solving: Exceptional collaborative problem-solving capabilities. Decision-making: Team-based, data-driven decision-making skills for product and process optimization. Technical proficiency: Skilled in creating detailed 3D CAD drawings and proficient in part design and flow analysis. Project management: Proven effectiveness in managing complex technical projects with significant operational impact. Communication: Ability to communicate effectively and tactfully with customers, managers, and employees at all levels. Travel Requirements: Travel up to 35% PHYSICAL DEMANDS While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to touc