Product Development Manager

Triplepoint Environmental, an Oldcastle Infrastructure company, develops, markets, and installs water and wastewater treatment technologies. The Product Development Manager leads the engineering team and R&D portfolio, guiding wastewater treatment system design and product and process development from feasibility through commercialization.

Responsibilities:

• Own and drive product & process development roadmap and R&D portfolio
• Lead, manage, and grow a small team of engineers and technicians, ensuring adherence to internal best-practices and fostering a collaborative and high-performing team environment
• Identify market needs, customer challenges, and industry trends to guide product strategy
• Lead evaluation, prioritization, and execution of new product and process development initiatives
• Serve as the bridge between engineering, operations, manufacturing, sales, and customers
• Drive feasibility studies, pilot programs, testing, and technology validation efforts
• Oversee laboratory, shop, pilot-scale, and field-testing activities
• Guide product development from concept through commercialization and launch
• Develop, implement, and continuously improve R&D processes, workflows, and standard operating procedures (SOPs) to ensure efficient project execution
• Support intellectual property and patent development activities
• Become the top resource on wastewater treatment within Triplepoint, staying updated on industry advancements to develop the most effective solutions for our customers
• Act as the primary technical advisor, effectively communicating complex engineering concepts
• Develop tailored wastewater treatment designs, including process flow diagrams, calculations, and equipment specifications, to ensure efficient and effective treatment solutions
• Spearhead technology assessments, feasibility studies, and R&D efforts to drive Triplepoint's innovation forward

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field
• 10+ years of engineering experience, with direct experience in the water/wastewater industry
• Ability to understand technical requirements, including mechanical and electrical systems
• An experienced program manager with proven ability to convert concepts into reality
• A continuous learner with an insatiable curiosity who brings life experience and a go-getter, ownership mentality to work daily
• A natural sense of ownership and accountability - you see gaps and fix them
• Strong analytical reasoning and critical thinking
• Valid driver's license
• municipal/industrial lagoon biological nutrient removal experience preferred