Global Systems Manager

Lead Global Engineering & Project Delivery in Safety Innovation

📍 Bloomington, MN | 🏭 Industrial Safety Systems

Important Note

This is not an IT or software systems role. The Global Systems Manager leads engineering, manufacturing, and delivery of physical fire and gas detection systems for industrial environments. Candidates with IT or software development backgrounds will not be considered.

About Spectrum Safety Solutions

Spectrum Safety Solutions is a global leader in fire detection and suppression for high-hazard environments. With 1,500 employees across 20 countries, our trusted brands—Det-Tronics, Marioff, Autronica, and Fireye—serve mission-critical sectors including energy, infrastructure, marine, and clean tech. Backed by Sentinel Capital Partners, we are a newly independent company driving innovation and transformation in industrial safety.

About The Role

As Global Systems Manager, you will:

• Lead a global team of 30 professionals across project management, proposals, and systems integration
• Oversee design, approval, and manufacturing of custom fire and gas detection control systems
• Drive strategic initiatives in project execution, forecasting, and risk management
• Collaborate cross-functionally with finance, operations, and sales
• Champion employee engagement, performance recognition, and career development
• Travel internationally to support and align global teams
  
  

Key Responsibilities

• Set strategic direction for the Systems Group
• Lead process improvements and global project execution
• Manage scheduling, resource allocation, and performance metrics
• Ensure compliance with EHS standards and ethical practices
• Oversee budgets, staffing plans, and organizational changes
• Implement CRM, ERP, and project tools across teams
• Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement
  
  

Who Should Apply

✅ Engineering leaders with experience in:

• Industrial safety systems, panel integration, or EPC delivery
• Fire and gas detection, energy infrastructure, or clean tech
• Leading global, cross-functional teams in manufacturing or engineering
  
  

❌ This role is not a fit for candidates with:

• IT systems, software engineering, or enterprise architecture backgrounds
• No experience in physical product integration or industrial systems
  
  

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, technical, or manufacturing field (Master’s preferred)
• 10 years of relevant experience; 5 years in leadership
• Global experience with industrial systems and project-based delivery
• Strong communication, organizational, and strategic planning skills
  
  

Why Join Us?

• Lead high-impact projects that protect lives and infrastructure
• Be part of a global transformation in safety technology
• Work with a passionate, innovative, and collaborative team
• Enjoy flexible work arrangements and international travel
  
  

Screening Questions

• Are you applying for a leadership role in engineering, manufacturing, or industrial safety systems?
• Do you have experience leading global teams in project-based delivery of physical systems?
• Have you worked in industries like energy, infrastructure, marine, or clean tech?
• Do you have hands-on experience with fire and gas detection systems, panel building, or EPC delivery?
  
  

Apply Now

If you're a strategic leader ready to make a global impact in safety innovation, we want to hear from you.

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