Vice President of Engineering

The Company is seeking a Vice President of Engineering to serve as a senior executive responsible for leading all engineering functions. The successful candidate will be tasked with defining the long-term technical strategy and product development roadmap, ensuring alignment with enterprise targets and industry trends. This role requires a strong focus on innovation and technology, including the identification, evaluation, and implementation of new technologies and processes. The VP of Engineering will also oversee R&D initiatives, work closely with manufacturing and operations teams to support production, and implement process improvement methodologies to optimize efficiency and reduce costs. Applicants for the Vice President of Engineering position at the company should have a Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline, with an MBA preferred, and at least 15 years of engineering experience, including a minimum of 5 years in a leadership role. The role demands a strategic thinker with proven analytical and leadership skills, the ability to work outside traditional functional silos, and a strong background in Lean Manufacturing and 5S. The VP will be responsible for maintaining quality standards, ensuring regulatory compliance, and managing technical risks. The ideal candidate will have a diverse knowledge of auxiliary equipment, experience in a production-oriented engineering environment, and a background in the manufacturing industry. Lean Six Sigma Certification is preferred, and the candidate should be adept at financial principles and have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.