Director, Engineering

Winnebago Industries is a leading manufacturer of outdoor lifestyle products under the iconic Winnebago, Grand Design, Chris-Craft, Newmar, and Barletta Boats brands.

Our 6,300+ team members across Iowa, Indiana, Minnesota, and Florida deliver on our vision to be the trusted leader in outdoor lifestyle solutions by providing unmatched innovation, quality, and service in the industries we engage.

We believe our employees are our most valuable asset, and we are committed to providing a safe and engaging environment where you can be passionate about the work you do and have opportunities to learn and grow.

Position Description: The Winnebago Towables Director of Engineering will ensure the design and production of products that deliver a positive ownership experience for Winnebago customers.

Work closely with Product Managers, Plant Managers, Quality Control, Codes & Compliance, and other Operations teams to develop efficient systems capable of safely manufacturing and servicing high-quality products for Winnebago Towables.

Key Areas of Responsibility * Serve as the working leader of the Product Engineering team to deliver products that exceed dealer and retail customer expectations.

* Develop, improve, and maintain standards, processes, and metrics for the engineering team.

* Build and motivate a strong, capable team by attracting, developing, and retaining top talent.

* Collaborate closely with General Managers and Product Managers to align cost, quality, and functionality with the product vision.

* Ensure products and processes are validated prior to launch to enable smooth manufacturing integration.

* Investigate and implement manufacturing improvements to reduce costs, enhance reliability, increase efficiencies, and elevate product quality.

* Drive Continuous Improvement initiatives to support the transition from "Inspected-In Quality" to "Built-In Quality." * Support the development and implementation of a Quality Systems Manual.

* Act as a key liaison between Winnebago Towables, ATG, and other enterprise engineering leaders.

* Assist in the evaluation and protection of intellectual property where relevant.

* Perform other duties as assigned.

Position Requirements * 10+ years of engineering experience with manufactured products, including 5+ years in a leadership role.

* Embodies and consistently demonstrates Winnebago's core values.

* Self-starter with high integrity and a strong bias for action.

* Proven collaborator with the ability to influence and build alignment across teams.

* Strong analytical skills with a structured, detail-oriented approach to solving complex problems.

* Proficient in 3D CAD, AutoCAD preferred * Experience with RV products, systems, and manufacturing methods.

* Solid knowledge of product development processes, including the use of safety and risk mitigation tools.

* Experience working with non-metallic materials, structural design, and Finite Element Analysis (FEA). * Strong leadership, coaching, and team development skills with a strategic mindset.

* Excellent oral and written communication skills.

* Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or a related engineering field preferred.

At Winnebago, we believe ALL people are leaders and hold each other accountable to high expectations.

Leadership Expectations: * Connect with Purpose * Be inclusive; seek out different perspectives.

* Focus on the Customer; put yourself in the customer's shoes.

* Communicate Clearly; say what needs to be said and listen.

* Execute with Excellence * Explore Possibilities; ask, "What if?" and embrace new ideas.

* Set Direction; prioritize, plan, and align; balance thinking and action.

* Drive Results; get the right things done; work with a sense of urgency.

* Build the Future * Transform the Road Ahead; anticipate opportunities; seek new opportunities for continuous improvement.

* Navigate Change; be agile and flexible; take on new challenges.

* Inspire Growth; help each other improve; commit to personal development.

If you are the right candidate for this position, as a Winnebago Team Member you will be eligible for the following benefits: * Medical, Dental, Vision, Group Life Insurance, Accidental Injury, Critical Illness, Short & Long-Term Disability * Health Savings Account (HSA) * Flexible Spending Account (FSA) * 401(k) with match * Employee Stock Purchase Program * Tuition Reimbursement * Holiday and Vacation Pay Winnebago Towables is an Equal Opportunity Employer.