Director of Engineering

Fieldpiece Instruments • Orange, CA

27d • Onsite

About The Position

Fieldpiece is a privately held, global leader in professional HVACR tools and test instruments. We're known for developing innovative products that technicians rely on every day - and for investing in our people, our technology, and our future. Named one of the Best Places to Work in Southern California for four consecutive years, we're looking for talented people who want to make an impact while growing their careers. Great engineering organizations don't just build great products - they build exceptional people, scalable systems, and a culture where innovation thrives. As our Director of Engineering, you'll provide strategic leadership that enables Fieldpiece's engineering teams to develop the next generation of HVACR diagnostic tools and connected technologies. Reporting to the VP of Engineering, you'll lead engineering managers and senior technical leaders while partnering closely with Product Management, Operations, Quality, and executive leadership to shape engineering strategy, strengthen organizational capability, and deliver innovative products that solve real customer problems. This is a leadership role first and a technical role second. You'll remain technically credible and help guide critical engineering decisions, but your greatest impact will come through developing your teams, improving how engineering operates, and creating an environment where innovation can flourish. This is a matrixed organization where your team will work on various projects. This position is in our Orange, CA office with an exciting move to Tustin, CA in 2028.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or another STEM discipline
• 12+ years of progressive engineering leadership experience within FLC R&D / new product development environments.
• Demonstrated success building, developing, and mentoring high-performing matrixed engineering teams through process improvement, performance management, and organizational planning.
• Strong strategic leadership skills with the ability to balance long-term organizational development with short-term business priorities.
• Exceptional problem-solving and decision-making abilities, especially when navigating complex technical and organizational challenges.
• Experience partnering with ODMs, global suppliers, or international engineering organizations.
• Strong financial acumen, including budgeting, resource planning, and investment prioritization.
• Experience implementing Lean product development or other continuous improvement methodologies.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to inspire teams and influence stakeholders at every level of the organization.

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree or MBA is a plus.
• Experience leading engineering organizations that develop connected products, embedded systems, or IoT technologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop a growing engineering team including mechanical, electrical, systems, and test professionals.
• Shape the long-term engineering strategy, organizational structure, and technical capabilities needed to support future growth and product development.
• Partner with Product Management, Operations, Quality, and executive leadership to align engineering priorities with business objectives.
• Drive operational excellence by improving engineering processes, metrics, resource planning, and execution.
• Coach teams through complex technical and organizational challenges while removing obstacles and enabling success.
• Guide strategic technical decisions and problem solving.
• Build strong relationships with ODMs, suppliers, and global engineering partners to accelerate innovation and speed to market.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary with annual bonus opportunity
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting
• Generous paid time off and paid holidays
• Hire to Retire philosophy - Individual Development Plans for everyone and a commitment to support career development
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), Health Savings Accounts (HSA), and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Music program – music rooms in all US offices with onsite guitar, piano, and voice lessons in California (classes can be streamed for other offices)
• Recognition programs, launch parties and team building events to share successes

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager