What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Engineering position at Sterling Engineering?
Director of Engineering
📍 Sellersville, PA
đź’° $120,000 - $150,000
Direct Hire
100% onsite
We're seeking a Director of Engineering to join the leadership team of a growing automation and capital equipment manufacturer. This is a high-impact opportunity to lead Mechanical, Controls, Systems, and Product Development Engineering while helping drive the next phase of growth for a $35M operation.
What You'll Do:
- Lead and develop multidisciplinary engineering teams
- Drive engineering strategy, execution, and continuous improvement initiatives
- Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to quality standards
- Improve engineering processes, resource planning, and operational efficiency
- Partner with Operations, Project Management, Sales, and Finance to achieve business objectives
- Build a culture of accountability, collaboration, and innovation
What We're Looking For:
- Engineering leadership experience within automation, capital equipment, machine building, or custom manufacturing environments
- Proven success leading engineering teams and improving project execution
- Strong background in operational excellence, process improvement, and resource planning
- Ability to influence cross-functional teams and drive strategic initiatives
Why Consider This Opportunity?
âś… Direct-hire leadership role
âś… Executive-level visibility and influence
âś… Opportunity to shape engineering strategy and business growth
âś… Join a well-established organization backed by a global automation technology leader
Salary : $120,000 - $150,000