Watlow Electric Manufacturing Company

Product Development Technician 1 Position Summary This is a technical, individual contributor role responsible for setting up programs and running complex equipment and machine tools used in the production of product. This position may also perform simple and complex maintenance on production and support machines. Key Responsibilities Set up/program and run complex equipment and machine tools used in the production of product. Perform both simple and complex maintenance on production and support machines. Review and complete necessary data capture. Review processes and implement improvements per change procedures (i.e. copy exact). Run and maintain test equipment per procedure. Serve as a resource to others in the resolution of complex problems and issues. May orient, train, and assign/review the work of other team members. Troubleshoot process, equipment, and product issues and...

Key Responsibilities   Perform tests, inspections, and other evaluations of pressurizer products and processes based on defined procedures and standards. Adhere to the Nuclear Quality Management System processes and policies. Coach and mentor other team members on the requirements of the Nuclear Quality Management System processes and policies. Understand and follow all organization and department safety policies and procedures. Read and interpret customer specifications and drawings for moderately complex products. Identify, investigate, and document product and process nonconformities.  Other responsibilities as required. Required Qualifications Two-year degree or high-school graduate and related experience (3-5 years) Able to work under immediate supervision of more experienced employees or managers. Self-motivated. Well organized...

About the Role Watlow is looking for a passionate and driven Human Resources Generalist to join our team at our Manufacturing Center of Excellence in Columbia, MO . In this role, you will support HR service delivery across the U.S. region as part of a broader HR-Services team, while also serving as a dedicated HR partner for the Columbia Missouri site. You’ll play a critical role in areas like team member engagement, employee relations, compliance, and leadership development. In addition, you will support key HR processes such as onboarding, offboarding, payroll administration, and management of compensation and benefits programs. You’ll work closely with site leadership to address team member relations and ensure compliance with HR policies and employment regulations. If you are someone who thrives in a fast-paced, hands-on environment and enjoys making a meaningful impact every day, this could be the perfect role for you. Your...

Maintenance Manager Position Summary The Maintenance Manager is responsible for leading a team of maintenance technicians while ensuring the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of manufacturing equipment and facility systems. This role provides daily leadership, coordinates preventive and corrective maintenance, develops team capability, drives continuous improvement, and partners with Operations, Engineering, HS&E, and Quality to maximize equipment uptime and support production goals. The Team Lead balances hands-on technical expertise with people leadership, accountability, and execution of the Watlow Business System. Key Responsibilities Lead, coach, develop, and hold accountable a team of Maintenance Technicians. Plan and prioritize daily maintenance activities to minimize equipment downtime. Drive preventive and predictive maintenance strategies using CMMS. Lead troubleshooting and root cause analysis of...

Manufacturing Engineer I   Position Summary The Manufacturing Engineer I is an entry-level role for a recent engineering graduate or early-career engineer who wants to build a career in manufacturing. Working closely with a mentor and senior engineering staff, this person supports manufacturing processes and equipment to help meet safety, quality, delivery, and cost goals, while developing the technical and problem-solving skills needed to take on greater ownership over time. Key Responsibilities Process & Daily Operations Support Support assigned manufacturing processes/value streams as a technical resource for production issues, non-conformances, and process questions, escalating to senior engineers as needed. Help monitor process performance (scrap, rework, OEE, throughput, changeover time, labor productivity) and assist in developing corrective actions when performance deviates from target. Participate in...

At Watlow’s Manufacturing Center of Excellence in Columbia, Missouri, we combine precision manufacturing with forward-thinking innovation. Part of a global thermal solutions leader founded in 1922, our Columbia facility is a critical hub for high-performance manufacturing, engineering, and operational excellence. #PoweredByPossibility We are hiring a: Machinist I Columbia, MO The Machinist provides support for machining operations of products and assemblies using manual and/or CNC machine tools, and performs preventive maintenance on machines, dies, molds, fixtures, and tools. This role works under the general direction of a more experienced team member, routing complex questions to the appropriate person while building toward greater independence. The ideal candidate is eager to learn, adheres to established procedures and best practices, and is able to work individually as well as in a team environment. What You’ll Do Machine Operation: Run CNC...

At Watlow’s Manufacturing Center of Excellence in Columbia, Missouri , we combine precision manufacturing with forward-thinking innovation. Part of a global thermal solutions leader founded in 1922, our Columbia facility is a critical hub for high-performance manufacturing, engineering, and operational excellence. #PoweredByPossibility We are hiring a: Manufacturing Process Technician  Columbia, MO (Manufacturing Facility) This is a weekend shift role. Enjoy a 36 hour work week, while getting paid for the full 40 hours!  About the Role Manufacturing Process Technicians provide hands-on technical support to value streams and production cells within Watlow’s Columbia manufacturing operation. This role supports one of Watlow’s in-chamber product lines and works closely with Production Leadership, Manufacturing Engineering, Maintenance, Quality, and Product Solutions teams. In this position, you will apply troubleshooting principles and...

At Watlow’s Global Headquarters in St. Louis, Missouri, we combine a rich legacy with forward-thinking innovation. Founded in 1922 in the heart of St. Louis, Watlow has grown from a small heating element manufacturer into a global leader in thermal systems. Our headquarters is more than just an office, it's a hub for collaboration, advanced engineering, and customer focused solutions. #PoweredByPossibility We are hiring a: Team Lead, Manufacturing St. Louis, MO As a Manufacturing Team Lead, you will lead a team of production operators to achieve safety, quality, delivery, and cost (SQDC) targets that meet customer demand and support Value Stream goals. You’ll drive improvement efforts using the Watlow Business System (WBS) and foster a culture of continuous improvement, teamwork, and accountability. We are looking for a proactive, hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about operational excellence. You’ll use...

Team Leader, Manufacturing - 2nd Shift- Weekends Position Summary The Team Leader, Manufacturing provides frontline leadership for a manufacturing team, ensuring the safe, efficient, and consistent production of quality products that meet customer expectations. This role is responsible for driving daily performance across Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, and People (SQDCP) while fostering a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and employee engagement. The Team Leader coaches and develops team members, removes barriers to performance, and applies the Watlow Business System (WBS) to achieve operational excellence. Key Responsibilities Safety Promote and maintain a strong safety culture by ensuring compliance with all safety policies and procedures. Lead daily safety activities, risk identification, and corrective actions. Ensure team members receive required safety training and consistently follow safe work...

Guided by our values: Do what is right, Always learning and improving, Respect everyone, and Lead with service and humility; we empower our people to turn ideas into real impact. Joining Watlow means becoming part of a team that embraces challenges, grows together, and shapes the future of technology while making a real difference in the world. At Watlow's Global Headquarters in St. Louis, Missouri, we combine a rich legacy with forward-thinking innovation. Our headquarters is a hub for collaboration, advanced engineering, and customer-focused solutions. We are hiring a: Global Compensation and Total Rewards Manager In this role, you will help develop and lead the strategy, design, and implementation of compensation across Watlow's global organization, the Americas (U.S. and Mexico), EMEA, and APAC. You will support a global job architecture project to establish compensation and total rewards fundamentals worldwide, and serve as a trusted expert on...

Overview of Role The Engineering Manager provides technical and functional leadership for a multidisciplinary engineering team supporting control panel design for integrated thermal systems. This role ensures successful project execution, regulatory compliance, platform development and standardization activities, customer satisfaction and alignment with business objectives while mentoring and developing team members. Key Responsibilities Lead execution of complex engineering control panel projects from concept through release to manufacturing. Lead projects to drive product extension and/or standardization activities. Provide technical oversight and approval for electrical designs, including panel layouts, schematics, wiring diagrams, P&IDs, and control logic/software diagrams, and manufacturing documentation. Interpret customer specifications and ensure technical requirements are met. Partner with account managers and...

Overview of Role: The Senior Engineer – Supplier Quality Engineering located in Watlow’s Advanced Technology Center in St. Louis, Missouri, will be responsible for ensuring new product manufacturing/quality readiness, and acceptable performance of the supply base through effective linkage, active involvement, evaluation, and continuous performance management of our global suppliers.  The engineer will report to Watlow’s Supplier Quality Engineering Manager.    Key Responsibilities will include:  Support NPD, Global Footprint, and Supply Chain projects to evaluate/audit new Watlow suppliers Lead supplier readiness/improvement work with new suppliers and existing suppliers for new product release and Global Footprint product transitions Lead supplier evaluation/audits of current Watlow suppliers Deploy Watlow requirements to suppliers, identify gaps, and work with suppliers to develop the capability to meet...

Position summary As a Field Service Engineer, you will commission, troubleshoot and maintain Watlow products and systems at customer locations. You will be the face of the company onsite — working directly with customers to restore uptime, provide technical training, implement upgrades, and capture feedback that improves our products and services. This role requires strong electrical/mechanical aptitude, excellent communication skills and the ability to travel and work independently. Key responsibilities Commission and troubleshoot industrial electric heaters, sensors, controllers, power panels, and associated systems. Troubleshoot and resolve equipment, controls, and integration issues (mechanical, electrical, software/controls) in the field. Perform maintenance, programming, validation of thermal system installations. Provide technical guidance and training to customers’ maintenance, operations, and engineering teams....

Senior Electrical Engineer Overview of Role The Senior Electrical Engineer serves as a technical expert responsible for advanced electrical system design of control panels and integrated thermal systems. This role leads complex projects, ensures regulatory compliance, drives platform development and standardization activities, and supports customer engagement and mentors junior engineers. Key Responsibilities Lead electrical design of complex control panels and integrated thermal systems. Lead projects to drive product extension and/or standardization activities. Author and validate P&IDs, schematics, panel layouts, wiring diagrams, test documentation, manuals, and manufacturing documentation. Interpret customer specifications and develop compliant system solutions. Specify components and instrumentation in accordance with customer requirements, applicable codes, and cost requirements. Ensure...

Position Summary The Senior Manufacturing Engineer drives improvements in complex manufacturing processes to achieve safety, quality, delivery, and cost goals, while providing technical leadership and cross-functional support. Key Responsibilities Process & Daily Operations Support Own assigned manufacturing processes/value streams, acting as the primary technical contact for production issues, non‑conformances, and process questions. Monitor process performance (scrap, rework, OEE, throughput, changeover time, labor productivity) and drive corrective actions when performance deviates from target. Lead structured problem solving (5‑Why, Fishbone, DMAIC, PDCA) to address chronic issues in safety, quality, delivery, and cost. Support operators and technicians with clear standard work, work instructions, and training. Equipment & Tooling Lead capital equipment projects from concept through...

About the Role As a Manufacturing Production Team Leader I- 2nd Shift, you will lead a team of production operators to achieve safety, quality, delivery, and cost (SQDC) targets that meet customer demand and support Value Stream goals. You’ll drive improvement efforts using the Watlow Business System (WBS) and foster a culture of continuous improvement, teamwork, and accountability. We are looking for a proactive, hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about operational excellence. You’ll use problem-solving and coaching skills to build team capability, improve processes, and deliver superior results. What You’ll Do Lead daily production activities to ensure SQDC goals are met in assigned cells. Support and drive continuous improvement using Lean and WBS methodologies. Manage team performance, attendance, and manpower allocation to meet capacity needs. Solve problems quickly using...

Customer Project Manager The Customer Project Manager leads cross-functional project teams to deliver advanced technical solutions on schedule and within budget. This role bridges the gap between engineering, operations, business needs, and client expectations, overseeing all phases of the project lifecycle—initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, and closure. This role is expected to build strong relationships across functions and with customers, managing expectations and communicating clearly and professionally, even when sharing difficult updates. Responsibilities Develop and maintain project plans, schedules, resource requirements, and budgets that align with customer and business objectives. Lead and coordinate cross-functional teams (engineering, IT, product, QA, manufacturing) to deliver project objectives in a matrixed environment. Identify, track, and resolve issues and risks, including mitigation planning and escalation as...

Team Leader, Manufacturing Position Summary The Team Leader, Manufacturing provides frontline leadership for a manufacturing team, ensuring the safe, efficient, and consistent production of quality products that meet customer expectations. This role is responsible for driving daily performance across Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, and People (SQDCP) while fostering a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and employee engagement. The Team Leader coaches and develops team members, removes barriers to performance, and applies the Watlow Business System (WBS) to achieve operational excellence. Key Responsibilities Safety Promote and maintain a strong safety culture by ensuring compliance with all safety policies and procedures. Lead daily safety activities, risk identification, and corrective actions. Ensure team members receive required safety training and consistently follow safe work practices....

ENGINEERING MANAGER – QUALITY Watlow is a global technology and manufacturing leader who provides world class engineering expertise through innovative thermal products and systems, enabling our customers to thrive. We are making a positive impact every day as our solutions enrich the lives of people everywhere. We have been providing breakthrough thermal solutions for nearly a century. Our corporate values guide us uncompromisingly to always do the right thing, continually learn and improve, respect everyone and lead with service and humility.   The Quality Manager-Systems role to be located  Saint Louis, Mo  is a challenging opportunity for an individual interested in expanding their Leadership and Quality Systems knowledge.   About the Role This role will be an enterprise role that will require engagement with all functions and all sites as we add and/or make improvements to our Watlow Business System.  The ideal candidate will be...

Manufacturing Automation Engineer II As a Manufacturing Automation Engineer II at our facility in Hannibal, MO, you will design and develop our next-generation of custom manufacturing equipment to produce our newest and most innovative products as well as upgrade existing equipment and processes to further our automation initiatives.  You will be working in our Manufacturing Engineering Team, where you will have the opportunity to unleash your creativity and technical prowess to create manufacturing solutions and capabilities that will deliver world-class products and performance to our customers and our business.     Your Key Responsibilities   Lead medium to large projects to develop custom manufacturing equipment ranging from stand-alone operations to fully automated manufacturing systems.    Work effectively within a cross-functional, operations and engineering team as an equipment automation engineering subject matter expert.  Design,...