Director of Manufacturing & Industrialization (Houston, TX - Hybrid)

SUBMER • Houston, TX

11d • Hybrid

About The Position

Submer designs and delivers end-to-end AI datacenter infrastructure built around industry-leading liquid cooling. We help organizations scale AI beyond the limits of traditional datacenters by enabling higher density, greater efficiency and lower environmental impact – accelerating time-to-AI from first deployment to full production. We are seeking a highly strategic and hands-on Director of Manufacturing & Industrialization to lead the scaling and optimization of our modular data center production operations. This role will be responsible for transforming design concepts into efficient, repeatable, and high-quality manufacturing processes while supporting rapid growth and innovation in a fast-paced, mission-critical industry. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in industrialization, manufacturing systems, and operational leadership—preferably within modular construction, data centers, advanced manufacturing, or a related field.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or related field (Master’s preferred)
• 10+ years of experience in manufacturing, industrialization, or operations leadership
• Proven experience scaling manufacturing operations from concept to high-volume production
• Strong understanding of modular systems, prefabrication, or similar industrial environments
• Expertise in lean manufacturing, DFMA, and continuous improvement methodologies
• Experience leading cross-functional teams in fast-paced, growth-oriented environments

Nice To Haves

• Experience in data center infrastructure, critical systems, HVAC/cooling, or electrical systems
• Familiarity with modular construction, skid-based systems, or prefabricated solutions
• PMP, Six Sigma (Black Belt), or similar certifications

Responsibilities

• Define and execute the manufacturing and industrialization strategy to support business growth and scalability
• Lead the transition from prototype to full-scale production, ensuring manufacturability, cost efficiency, and quality
• Build and develop high-performing manufacturing and industrial engineering teams
• Standardize and industrialize modular data center designs for efficient mass production
• Drive Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DFMA) principles across engineering and operations
• Develop production workflows, assembly processes, and factory layouts to optimize throughput
• Implement lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Establish KPIs and performance metrics (yield, cycle time, cost, quality) and drive accountability
• Identify and eliminate bottlenecks in production processes
• Collaborate closely with supply chain to ensure material availability and supplier readiness
• Support vendor qualification and integration into the production ecosystem
• Drive cost-reduction initiatives through strategic sourcing and process optimization
• Partner with Engineering, Product, Quality, and Field Operations teams to ensure seamless product lifecycle execution
• Align manufacturing capabilities with evolving product roadmaps and customer requirements
• Support new product introduction (NPI) and ramp-up activities
• Ensure adherence to industry standards, safety regulations, and quality systems
• Establish robust quality assurance processes and drive root cause analysis for defects

Benefits

• Attractive compensation package reflecting your expertise and experience.
• Medical Insurance Plan.
• 401k Employee volunteer contribution Plan.
• A great work environment characterized by friendliness, international diversity, flexibility, and a hybrid-friendly approach.
• You´ll be part of a fast-growing scale-up with a mission to make a positive impact, offering an exciting career evolution.

What This Job Offers

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