Engineering Manager - Escalator Technology

Founded in 1910, KONE is a global leader that provides elevators, escalators and automatic building doors, as well as solutions for maintenance and modernization that add value to buildings throughout their life cycle. Our mission is to improve the flow of urban life and make our world’s cities better places to live by providing innovative solutions that help make people’s journeys safe, convenient and reliable.
Our operations in over 60 countries around the world has helped us achieve our position as an innovation and sustainability leader with repeated recognitions by Forbes, Corporate Knights for clean capitalism and others.  

Are you ready to make your next career move to join our team as our Engineering Manager - Escalator Technology for KONE Americas?

• Do you enjoy creating, maintaining, and communicating unit strategy, ensuring it is aligned with missions and objectives?

• Does managing a team of researchers, product managers, or engineers motivate you?  

• Do you thrive in areas where you lead research and development projects?  

• Are you skillful with estimating costs, resources and time required for annual goals?

• Do you enjoy overseeing the budget; monitoring the cost and effectiveness of R&D/PCM activities to optimize resources, prioritize spending, and maintaining professional standards?  

• Do you demonstrate experience and proven ability in developing and executing successful business strategies and plans?

• Are you committed to providing leadership across our global organization?

If you answered a resounding YES to these questions, then we have an amazing opportunity for you!  

Location of position: Coal Valley.
 

As our Engineering Manager - Escalator Technology, you will lead the Escalator Technology department at KONE Supply Chain Americas, overseeing the R&D and Product Change Management for North American escalator products. You will also focus on driving innovation, cost efficiency, and technical problem-solving while ensuring compliance with KONE policies, safety regulations, and industry standards throughout the product lifecycle.

You will bring 5+ years of progressive and successful experience of people leadership and performance management of engineering teams to KONE. You will use the knowledge gained through your bachelor’s or master’s degree in mechanical, electrical, or other relevant engineering field.

Other Hiring requirements

• Prior experience in company management (general, financial, stakeholder relationship, technology, operations mgt etc.)

• Prior experience of management of technology and related business processes.

• Prior experience of good corporate governance and management team work.

• Proven ability of leading multi-functional teams

• Change, financial and project management skills

• Good presentation skills

At KONE, we foster an innovative and collaborative culture, valuing each individual's contribution. Employee engagement and sustainability are key focuses, promoting ethical practices and mutual respect. We're proud to offer experiences and opportunities to help you achieve career and personal goals while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

We hire individuals who value culture because we believe culture drives innovation.

• We value your authentic self. 

• Collaborative, creative, and supportive work environment.

• Passionate about safety, quality, and innovation 

• We care about the communities where we live and work. 

Just some of our many benefits include: 

• Competitive salary 

• Flexible work schedule 

• Opportunities to learn and grow 

• 401K Employer Match

• 401k Employer Non-elective Contribution 

• Well-being Program

• Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision Insurance

• Digital Health Solutions & Telehealth

• Health Savings Account (HSA)

• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

• Employee Family Assistance Program (EFAP)

• Family & Medical Leave

• Parental Leave

• Leave to Care for