FORT WAYNE, Ind. — Franklin Electric Co. Inc. recently appointed Mike Pimentel to the role of senior manager for the Industrial & Engineered Systems business unit.

Pimentel will set the strategic vision for the segment, leading all commercial activities and supporting the needs and growth of Franklin Electric’s customers, the company said in a press release.

Pimentel has worked in the pumping and irrigation industries throughout most of his 25-year career. He joins Franklin Electric after serving in various sales and management roles at Mitchell, Lewis & Staver, where he led teams across the company’s industrial, commercial, and residential markets.

“Mike has proven himself as an advocate for his customers and their business needs,” said Travis Bradley, senior director of Industrial & Engineered Systems. “His commitment to building alliances that support not only his customers but also his sales team will be an incredible asset to our company.”

A native of California, Pimentel will be based out of his home office in Redding, California, where he will support Franklin Electric’s industrial distribution customers throughout the United States and Canada.