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Louver R&D Supervisor – Drive Innovation in Building Solutions
📍 Location: 20 minutes south of Kansas City, MO
🚀 Company: Air Distribution Technologies, Inc.
🌍 Travel: ~5% (Test Labs & Plant Locations)
Who We Are:
At Air Distribution Technologies, Inc., we are at the forefront of building innovation, specializing in Louvers, Dampers, ERVs, Silencers, Spiral Duct, and Air Measurement controllers. Our products set the standard for today’s rigorous building codes, earning numerous certifications, patents, and industry awards. With our state-of-the-art R&D Test Lab and US headquarters located just outside Kansas City, MO, we are committed to developing next-generation solutions that drive performance and efficiency.
About the Role:
We are seeking a Louver R&D Supervisor to lead a team of engineers and drafters in driving new product development, enhancements, and sustainment for various louver applications. This role plays a key part in translating product roadmaps into innovative solutions while ensuring standardization and compliance with evolving building codes.
🔹 What You’ll Do:
✅ Lead Product Innovation
- Oversee new product introductions (NPI), enhancements, and value analysis initiatives.
- Standardize design principles and engineering change processes to ensure consistency.
- Utilize FEA/CFD simulations and lab test correlations to accelerate product development.
- Generate technical reports, marketing illustrations, and performance documentation.
✅ Drive Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Work closely with Product Managers, Plant Teams, and Testing Labs to ensure specifications align with production capabilities.
- Ensure engineering drawings and documentation are correctly interpreted and implemented.
- Deliver monthly status reports and proactively communicate potential risks.
- Seek new business opportunities through networking, technical committees, and industry events.
✅ Mentor & Develop Talent
- Hire, train, and manage a team of engineers and drafters.
- Promote best practices in product development and innovation.
- Foster a collaborative team culture, providing mentorship and professional development opportunities.
✅ Ensure Compliance & Industry Leadership
- Stay ahead of industry standards and building codes (AMCA, ASHRAE, AHRI, TDI, FBC, Miami Dade, UL, etc.).
- Maintain compliance with company policies, regulatory requirements, and accreditation processes.
- Manage budget forecasting and departmental business expenses.
What You Bring:
✔ B.S. in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent) with 6 years of experience
✔ Strong HVAC product knowledge related to louvers, accreditation, and lab testing
✔ Expertise in CAD software (Inventor, AutoCAD, etc.) to drive innovation
✔ High attention to detail with strong organizational and problem-solving skills
✔ Ability to interpret technical documents, building codes, and regulations
✔ Proven leadership experience with team management, mentorship, and goal setting
✔ Strong communication and adaptability in fast-paced, evolving environments
🔹 Preferred Qualifications:
- Louver industry experience in HVAC product development
- Familiarity with AMCA, ASHRAE, AHRI, TDI, FBC, Miami Dade, UL, etc.
Why Join Us?
🌎 Be part of a global leader driving building innovations that set industry standards.
🚀 Lead impactful projects that shape the future of sustainable and efficient buildings.
💡 Collaborate with top engineering talent and cutting-edge R&D facilities.
📈 Grow your career in an environment that fosters innovation and professional development.
Ready to make an impact? Apply today or message us to learn more!
