Director of Engineering

Director of Engineering, R&D - Memphis, TN (Relocation Available)
Join a global industry leader and build what's next. In this high?impact role, you'll lead cross?functional engineering teams, drive the design and launch of advanced technologies-including electronic controls, motors, materials, and mechanical systems-and ensure products meet the highest standards for quality, cost?effectiveness, and timely delivery.
Why this role matters

• Own the R&D roadmap from concept through launch, raising the bar on innovation, safety, and compliance.
• Accelerate technology integration across residential and commercial product lines.
• Collaborate globally with partners and suppliers to optimize manufacturing and quality worldwide.

What you'll do

• Provide technical leadership for residential & commercial businesses; guide product strategy through design and development.
• Direct all R&D budgets and capital activities; manage risk while hitting quality, schedule, and cost goals.
• Lead technology reviews for executive stakeholders; ensure safety, reliability, and agency compliance standards.
• Integrate emerging and "new?to?company" technologies into development to meet future market needs and drive advantage.
• Mentor and develop engineering talent; build organizational bench strength
• Guide electronic controls and hardware/software integration efforts across global manufacturing initiatives.

What you'll bring

• Bachelor's in Engineering (BSME, BSEE, or related); advanced degree preferred.
• 10 years of engineering experience with 5 years leading new product development teams.
• Proven ability to deliver technically complex products and influence cross?functional stakeholders.
• Experience in global manufacturing and leading international engineering teams.
• Air movement/circulation industry experience required; strong track record leading electronic controls development and systems integration.

Preferred expertise

• Motors & controls; mobile app development for product control/monitoring; integrating software with hardware.
• Extrusion, die casting, plastics, sheet metal; Design for Manufacturing; use of simulations in design.
• Supplier interactions/visits; Six Sigma tools from customer to end of life; superb problem?solving and organizational skills.

Work model & relocation

• Hybrid onsite in the Memphis/Cordova area; onsite collaboration typically mid?week.
• Relocation assistance is available for qualified candidates within the United States.
  
  

Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual's skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco/Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company's 401(k) retirement plan. Additional disclaimer: Unless otherwise noted in the job description, the position Vaco/Highspring is filing for is occupied. Please note, however, that Vaco/Highspring is regularly asked to provide talent to other organizations. By submitting to this position, you are agreeing to be included in our talent pool for future hiring for similarly qualified positions. Submissions to this position are subject to the use of AI to perform preliminary candidate screenings, focused on ensuring minimum job requirements noted in the position are satisfied. Further assessment of candidates beyond this initial phase within Vaco/Highspring will be otherwise assessed by recruiters and hiring managers. Vaco/Highspring does not have knowledge of the tools used by its clients in making final hiring decisions and cannot opine on their use of AI products.