Stanadyne is looking to solve the problem of leading the company's global engineering strategy, innovation pipeline, and execution across all product lines in the fuel systems category, including new product development, sustaining engineering, quality assurance, and technology integration, to maintain leadership in fuel pump and fuel system technologies.
Requirements
- Deep technical expertise in gas and diesel fuel pumps, high-pressure fuel systems, injectors, and performance fuel technologies.
- Strong understanding of automotive industry standards, product validation, and global compliance requirements.
- Proficiency in CAD, PLM systems (e.g., Siemens Teamcenter, PTC Windchill), and engineering analytics tools.
- Proven track record of leading new product development in both OEM and aftermarket environments.
- Experience with high-performance automotive applications (motorsports, racing, aftermarket tuning).
- Familiarity with evolving propulsion technologies, including alternative fuels, hybrid-electric integration, and emissions control systems.
- Ability to apply DFMEA, PFMEA, Six Sigma, and APQP principles to all product engineering efforts.
Responsibilities
- Oversee the end-to-end product development lifecycle from concept through production for Fuel Pumps, New & Reman Injectors, Turbos, EGR Valves and related System Components.
- Guide engineering teams in developing robust, scalable, and high-performance fuel delivery solutions for both combustion engines and hybrid platforms.
- Ensure adherence to industry standards and regulatory compliance (SAE, ISO, EPA, CARB, etc.).
- Apply DFMEA, PFMEA, Six Sigma, and APQP principles to all product engineering efforts.
- Lead advanced engineering initiatives, including integration of electronics, smart diagnostics, and materials innovation in fuel system components.
- Oversee validation, testing, and simulation protocols to ensure world-class reliability and performance.
- Drive modular and platform-based design strategies to improve engineering efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
Other
- Develop and execute the global product engineering strategy aligned with company goals and product roadmaps.
- Lead innovation initiatives to drive competitive differentiation and expand product offerings in gas and diesel fuel systems.
- Champion cross-functional collaboration between engineering, R&D, manufacturing, sales, and product management.
- Serve as a key contributor on the executive leadership team making decisions regarding Product Strategy, Development, Validation, Launch and market expansion.
- Manage and develop a diverse, high-performing global engineering team including mechanical, electrical, test, and systems engineers.
