Vice President of Engineering - Material Handling

Job Summary:

Our client is seeking an experienced leader to serve as Vice President of Engineering. The successful candidate will oversee the engineering department, drive innovation, and ensure the delivery of high-quality material handling systems that meet customer needs. This role requires a strong technical background, exceptional leadership skills, and a passion for driving growth and excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Engineering Leadership:

• Lead and manage the engineering department, including electrical, mechanical, and controls engineering teams.
• Drive strong performance in pre-sales and project execution engineering.
• Develop and implement engineering processes and standards to ensure consistency and quality.
• Partner cross functionally with Sales, Project Management and other internal groups to ensure successful project delivery with the highest standards

1. Technical Vision:

• Develop and execute a technical vision that aligns with the company's strategic goals.
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices.
• Identify opportunities for innovation and improvement.

1. Project Delivery:

• Oversee the delivery of high-quality material handling systems that meet customer requirements.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and with minimal risk.

1. Talent Development:

• Attract, develop, and retain top engineering talent.
• Mentor and coach engineers to enhance their skills and expertise.
• Foster a culture of knowledge sharing and collaboration.

1. Strategic Planning:

• Participate in strategic planning and decision-making.
• Identify opportunities for growth and expansion.
• Develop and implement plans to achieve business objectives.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, or related field) or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in material handling systems engineering, with 5+ years in a leadership role.
• Advanced understanding of distribution center operations and automation
• Strong customer service orientation
• Proven track record of delivering highly integrated systems
• Strong technical expertise in material handling systems, including electrical, mechanical, and controls engineering.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to think strategically and drive innovation.
• Experience with project management, budgeting, and resource allocation.
• Ability to travel 30%

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to lead a talented team of engineers and drive innovation.
• Collaborative and dynamic work environment.

Base Salary Range: 150k-200K