Director of Engineering
About The Position
At Janicki Industries, we turn complex ideas into real-world solutions through advanced engineering and manufacturing. Our teams design and build innovative structures, tooling, and systems that support industries including aerospace, space, defense, marine, and architecture . Across every role, from engineers and technicians to operations and support teams, our people help solve challenging problems, push the limits of design and manufacturing, and create solutions that make a lasting impact. We are seeking to hire a Director of Engineering to join our growing team. This position is located on-site in Hamilton, Washington State. POSITION DESCRIPTION The Director of Engineering will leverage their strong manufacturing background and engineering experience to manage knowledgeable engineering teams. You will be a technical subject management expert who drives performance in a busy production environment. The Director of Engineering develops individuals, teams, and company procedures to support the vision and demands of continuous improvement and growth. The position requires the execution of the following essential job functions: Provides leadership and vision to the Engineering team. Lead organizational improvements, high-impact initiatives, and transformation efforts Lead day-to-day execution of engineering programs, ensuring alignment with strategy and delivery goals Build and manage program schedules, resources, and risk plans to support on-time, on-budget delivery Coordinate cross-functional teams and ensure clear accountability and progress toward milestones. Maintain strong communication across teams, leadership, and external partners Serve as the primary problem-solver and escalation point for program risks, conflicts, and execution challenges Ensures the establishment, monitoring, and reporting of key metrics (KPIs) that support the vision for continuous improvement and growth Mentor and strengthen leadership capability across the organization
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or a related field
- 7-10+ years’ experience as a Program Manager, Senior Project Engineer, Senior Design Engineer or equivalent position in a manufacturing environment
- Demonstrable experience of a track record driving performance in a production environment
- Proven experience managing complex, multi-disciplinary programs in a fast-paced, evolving technical environment
- Demonstrated ability to influence across all levels of the organization, from engineers to executives
- Strong communication skills through written, verbal, and graphical mediums in the English language
- Due to our ITAR and EAR regulations, applicants must be a US Citizen or of Legal Permanent Resident Status as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b (a) (3).
- This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Secret Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required). Janicki will assist with gaining this access once employed.
- Special Access Program or other Government Access Requirements are mandatory for this position and requires candidate to agree to enter a Continuous Evaluation program.
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree in mechanical engineering or a related field
- Certifications (PMP, Six Sigma, AS9100, Leadership, Quality)
- Proficiency with CATIA, and NX CAD software
- Proficiency with SAP
Responsibilities
- Provides leadership and vision to the Engineering team.
- Lead organizational improvements, high-impact initiatives, and transformation efforts
- Lead day-to-day execution of engineering programs, ensuring alignment with strategy and delivery goals
- Build and manage program schedules, resources, and risk plans to support on-time, on-budget delivery
- Coordinate cross-functional teams and ensure clear accountability and progress toward milestones.
- Maintain strong communication across teams, leadership, and external partners
- Serve as the primary problem-solver and escalation point for program risks, conflicts, and execution challenges
- Ensures the establishment, monitoring, and reporting of key metrics (KPIs) that support the vision for continuous improvement and growth
- Mentor and strengthen leadership capability across the organization
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance with employer contribution
- Disability insurance as well as Life/AD&D insurance
- HSA (Health Savings Account) with employer contribution and FSA (Flexible Savings Account)
- 401k with employer matching
- Paid time off and paid holidays (including two floating holidays)
- Education reimbursement program
- Several shift options
- Premium pay for off-shifts
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
