Director of Engineering- Intelligent Systems

Faith Technologies Incorporated•Menasha, WI

48d•Onsite

About The Position

Faith Technologies Inc. (FTI) is searching for a Director of Engineering to support the product and engineering teams. As the Director of Engineering for Intelligent Systems in the R&D group, you will be responsible for leading Advanced Simulation, AI and optimization teams on-site in the Menasha-Appleton, WI area at Excellerate Products Division of FTI. In this leadership role, you will bridge the gap between breakthrough research and commercialized product innovation for distributed energy and power distribution systems. Collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams, you will oversee high-performing modeling and simulation engineers, spearhead complex R&D initiatives, and drive product innovation with a close tie to IOT and AI implementation. Furthermore, you will develop and oversee the execution of engineering proposals, forge top-tier university partnerships, and turn abstract conceptual ideation into market-ready energy products.

Requirements

Master’s degree or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a closely related STEM field
10+ years of progressive engineering experience, with a proven track record in R&D environment
Practical understanding of system-level modeling and simulation tools (such as MATLAB/Simulink, FEA, CFD, etc.) to evaluate system or structural performance, thermal management, and fluid interfaces
Proven personnel management excellence with experience leading, guiding, and managing a team of advanced engineers
Strong knowledge and background in power system dynamics, power electronics hardware integration, and digital control loop design
Knowledge of how to deploy AI, data analytics, or machine learning frameworks within engineering applications and IOT interfaces
Demonstrated ability to apply rigorous project management frameworks to manage complex, multi-year technical timelines and engineering budgets
Ability to work fully on-site in the Menasha-Appleton, WI area

Nice To Haves

Prior industry background and experience in Electrification, Small Modular Reactors (SMRs), power products, clean energy, or microgrids
Demonstrated experience leading or supporting technical and financial proposal development for grant applications and commercial bids
Established track record of managing university engagements and national laboratory relationships to drive product innovation

Responsibilities

Mentor, coach, and manage a multidisciplinary team of modeling and simulation, AI engineers and researchers
Drive the engineering lifecycle from conceptual ideation to viable product innovation within the distributed energy and power distribution systems domain for data centers and energy industries
Champion innovative thinking by leading the implementation of AI and machine learning for product innovation, system optimization, and smart grid integration
Utilize strong interpersonal skills to resolve conflicts, inspire team cohesion, and manage cross-functional dynamics seamlessly
Establish clear department KPIs, conduct performance evaluations, and build professional development pathways for engineering staff
Apply rigorous project management frameworks to deliver complex engineering and R&D projects on time and within budget
Lead the technical and financial scoping of engineering proposals, grant applications, and commercial bids
Manage departmental budgets, engineering resource scheduling, and testing lab assets
Build and maintain strategic alliances with top-tier universities, research institutions, and national laboratories to accelerate product innovation
Foster a collaborative, forward-thinking environment that rewards technical curiosity and creative problem-solving