Director – Hardware Engineering

OPW Vehicle Wash Solutions (A Dover Company) brings together industry leaders - PDQ Manufacturing Inc., Belanger Inc., Innovative Control Systems (ICS), and Kesseltronics—to deliver the most comprehensive portfolio of vehicle wash technologies. 

From advanced in-bay and tunnel wash systems to cutting-edge payment, control, and automation software, we provide a single, integrated source for every vehicle wash need.  Together, these companies create a revolutionary single source for all vehicle wash needs. 

Based in Downers Grove, Illinois, Dover trades on the New York Stock Exchange under "DOV." Additional information is available at dovercorporation.com.

The Director, Hardware Engineering, is a key member of the Vehicle Wash Solutions (VWS) leadership team responsible for setting & executing the strategic roadmap, and lifecycle management of our equipment and hardware product portfolio across the Tunnel and In-Bay Automatic (IBA) products. The leadership role will oversee a talented cross-functional team of multidisciplinary engineers to deliver innovative, reliable, and cost-competitive solutions that differentiate VWS in the marketplace and drive sustainable growth.

Working in close collaboration with Commercial, Software, Operations, and Supply Chain leaders, this role will Lead the advancement of hardware design standards, modular architecture, and value engineering initiatives that enhance manufacturability, scalability, and quality across the VWS portfolio. In addition to technical accountability, this leader will play a critical role in developing talent and fostering a culture of innovation, accountability, and collaboration consistent with Dover’s values and operational excellence standards. This position will be instrumental in shaping the next generation of integrated wash system solutions that combine equipment, chemistry, and connected technologies to deliver superior customer outcomes. 

 Key Responsibilities 
•    Lead the integrated Engineering functions, ensuring alignment between market requirements, product strategy, and engineering execution across all equipment platforms.
•    Execute the long-term product roadmap that balances innovation, cost competitiveness, and operational efficiency while advancing modular design, common component strategies, and standardization across the portfolio.
•    Drive portfolio governance and lifecycle management, including new product introductions, value engineering, cost reduction, and end-of-life strategies to optimize financial performance and customer satisfaction.
•    Collaborate cross-functionally with Commercial, Software, Operations, Supply Chain, and Service leaders to translate customer insights and business objectives into product and engineering priorities that deliver measurable business impact.
•    Champion product quality, reliability, and manufacturability, ensuring engineering solutions meet performance standards, regulatory requirements, and Dover operational excellence principles.
•    Build and develop a high-performing team, fostering a culture of innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement; attract, retain, and develop talent within both product management and engineering disciplines.
•    Lead and oversee development and investment into our product management capability and capacity in terms of people, processes, and tools aligned to the Company's objectives.
•    Serve as a strategic thought partner to the VWS leadership team, contributing to overall business direction, investment prioritization, and technology strategy, with an emphasis on integrated wash system solutions that combine equipment, chemistry, and connected controls.
•    Represent the voice of the customer and market in product and technology decisions, leveraging market research, VOC insights, and competitive intelligence to guide development priorities and ensure commercial differentiation.

Qualifications and Experience 
•    Bachelor’s degree in engineering, related technical discipline required; MBA or advanced degree preferred.
•    Minimum of 15 years of progressive experience in engineering, or related leadership roles within an industrial, equipment, or technology-driven manufacturing environment; at least 8 years in senior leadership positions managing cross-functional or multi-site teams.
•    Proven track record of driving profitable growth through product strategy, portfolio optimization, and new product introduction within a complex, global organization.
•    Demonstrated success integrating engineering functions to deliver market-leading solutions, shorten development cycles, and strengthen customer value propositions.
•    Strong technical understanding of mechanical, electrical, and control systems used in automated equipment manufacturing, with the ability to bridge commercial strategy and engineering execution.
•    Experience leading product design and development from concept through commercialization, including value engineering, supplier collaboration, and lifecycle cost management.
•    Exceptional leadership and team development skills, with a demonstrated ability to inspire, coach, and grow talent across product management and engineering disciplines.
•    Strong business acumen, analytical capability, and financial literacy; able to translate market opportunities and operational data into actionable strategy and measurable results.
•    Collaborative, results-oriented, and hands-on leadership style, adept at influencing cross-functional partners and driving alignment in a matrixed organization.
•    Experience within capital equipment, industrial automation, or connected systems industries preferred.

Excellent benefits package with health, dental, vision, disability & life insurance. Paid time off, paid holidays as well as an on-site Cafeteria and Employee Fitness Center. 

Since 1892, OPW customers have been able to count on us to revolutionize fluid-handling operations around the world. As a global leader in fluid-handling solutions, the mission of OPW is to be a developer of a comprehensive array of innovative fluid-handling solutions that our customers can consistently and reliably count on. These include loading and unloading systems for high-value hazardous and non-hazardous bulk products; railcar and transport tank-truck valves, gauging devices and tank-monitoring systems; automated storage-terminal controls and systems; and regulators, fittings, valves, vaporizers, vacuum-jacketed piping and gas-handling systems for the safe handling and distribution of cryogenics and industrial gases. OPW also creates and manufactures touch-free and soft-touch vehicle wash systems, entry systems and wash chemicals. 

OPW has more than 2,000 employees with manufacturing operations in North America, Europe and China, and sales offices around the world. OPW is part of the Clean Energy & Fueling segment of Dover (NYSE: DOV).

OPW Vehicle Washing Solutions is an equal opportunity employer and affords equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, religion, creed, age, gender, sexual orientation, genetic information, marital status, national origin, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, provincial or local law. OPW Vehicle Washing Solutions conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.

Work Arrangement: Onsite

We consider several job-related, non-discriminatory factors when determining the pay rate for a position, including, but not limited to, the position’s responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, a candidate’s education/training, the position’s location, and the key skills needed for the position.  Pay is one of the Total Rewards that we provide to compensate and recognize employees for their work.

Benefits: Our total rewards package for eligible team members also includes: a 401(k) savings plan with employer contributions; medical, dental and vision insurance; wellness programs; health savings account, health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts; company paid short-term disability and long-term disability; company paid employee basic life and AD&D insurance; supplemental employee and dependent life insurance; optional accident, hospital indemnity and critical illness insurance; adoption, surrogacy, and fertility benefits and assistance; commuter benefits; parental, military, jury duty, and bereavement leaves of absence; paid time off, including 12 paid holidays per calendar year, paid vacation days, and paid sick days; business travel services; employee discounts; and an employee assistance program that includes company paid counseling sessions and legal services. Eligibility for benefits is governed by applicable plan documents and policies.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law.

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Location: De Pere, Wisconsin & Livonia, Michigan
Job Function: Engineering

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