Description
Bring your engineering leadership to a facility-based role in Sugar Land, TX where custom design and manufacturing work directly fuels growth, innovation, and customer-focused product development. This Engineering Director opportunity reports to the President and builds out the R&D function while leading technology roadmaps for instrument transformers and medium-/low-voltage electrical-grid products.
Qualifications and responsibilities for this Engineering Director position include:
- 10+ years of senior engineering management experience in a custom design and manufacturing environment; instrument transformer experience strongly preferred
- BS in Engineering required; Electrical or Mechanical Engineering preferred, advanced degree a plus
- Experience with Lean, change management, talent development, and multi-site/global operations
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Project and Visio
- Develop and execute the engineering department’s strategic vision and objectives aligned to company goals
- Lead, mentor, and manage Product Engineering and Doc Control functions, including team leads
- Build a defined R&D organization, implement the innovation process, and manage technology roadmaps
- Ensure products and processes comply with industry standards, safety regulations, and relevant certifications
Salary: $170,000 base + 15–20% target bonus; bonus payout ranges from 50–200% based on company performance, with the prior year paying at 200% per year, commensurate with experience.
Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision coverage effective on date of hire; employer HSA contributions, FSAs, employer-paid life and AD&D, voluntary LTD, EAP, accident/critical illness coverage, business travel insurance, 401(k) with company match, and employee stock purchase plan with a 15% discount. Additional perks include Anthem wellness rewards up to $700, a 529 savings program, scholarship program, and matching gifts.
DAVRON is the leading Headhunter and Executive Search firm for Engineering, Architecture, Construction and Manufacturing professionals nationwide. Our recruiters have direct communication with hiring managers allowing us to get you in front of company decision makers. You also receive one-on-one interview preparation and insider coaching from staffing experts to help you every step of the way. We want to see you thrive in challenging work environments that bring you excitement and prosperity in your career!
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ENGINEERING DIRECTOR | SUGAR LAND, TX | FULL-TIME | ENGINEERING MANAGEMENT | LEAN | CHANGE MANAGEMENT | TALENT DEVELOPMENT | MICROSOFT OFFICE | PROJECT | VISIO | R&D | TECHNOLOGY ROADMAPS