Building codes Engineer (Hybrid Remote Option)

WHO ARE WE: We are a global leader of quality water solutions for residential, industrial, municipal, and commercial settings. Our family of brands offers one of the most varied product lines in the world, with world-class, water-related solutions focused on:

• Drainage
• HVAC and Hot Water
• Plumbing & Flow Control
• Water Quality & Rainwater Harvesting

JOB DESCRIPTION AND REQUIREMENTS:

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• Develop proposed code and standards changes and submit to appropriate agencies for review and approval process.
• Attend and actively represent Watts interests at national code meetings.
• Within legal limits, collaborate with trade organizations and industry peers to develop and enhance national model codes and standards for the betterment of Watts and the industry.
• Research and monitor national and international code activities within the industry to ensure Watts products meet new or existing codes and standards requirements.
• Monitor industry trends and inform relevant stakeholders of any changes and their potential ramifications.
• Serve as a consultant to internal customers and stakeholders during business case development and market research projects.
• As needed, provide support to Sales and the Technical Management Group on regional and local code compliance issues.
• Based on assigned area of responsibility, actively participate on relevant committees to change existing, as well as develop future standards, utilizing each agency's respective processes and documentation.
• Demonstrate Watts's leadership in the industry through official committee positions.
• Participate in industry events and training to stay current with latest trends.

EDUCATION:

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or similar.

MANAGEMENT:

• Works under the direction of the Manager - Codes/Standards & Product Compliance

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 5-7 years of experience with Building Codes, Product Standards, Product Certification and Regulatory Compliance with focus on the Plumbing & HVAC industries.
• Hands on experienced in codes or standards development and product certification.
• Ability to follow trends in the water technology and business spaces.
• Knowledge of computer programs, including but not limited to Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Knowledge and experience with plumbing and heating techniques and technologies.
• Good planning, organizational and reporting skills.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Good negotiation skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and react quickly to urgent situations.
• Ability to perform with superior service, reflecting a positive company image while sustaining a positive attitude with those you interact with; always going above and beyond to help others out, regardless of their position or department.
• Strong interpersonal skills including but not limited to: problem solving, decision making, influencing, change management, written and oral communications along with the ability to work collaboratively with diverse groups.
• Travel is 30-50%

*PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk, talk, and/or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, sit, and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

*WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Work in office environment or Work in a manufacturing environment
• May occasionally be required to perform job duties outside the typical office setting.

*As required by the Americans Disabilities Act (ADA)