Head of Engineering

Voltify•Los Angeles, CA

About The Position

At Voltify, we are building the next generation of rail - battery locomotives that fast charge autonomously and dynamically through a dedicated self-sustained microgrid network. We are bringing back the power to the industry and eliminating the dependency on fossil fuels. Lowering the rail industries main expense - energy - by more than 20%. This is over $3B yearly just in North America. We are already working with some of the largest global rail companies with over $50M in contingent orders. We have raised over $30M from top tier funds and strategics and rapidly growing. Our founding team has a proven track record in building billion $ public companies in renewable energy and infrastructure. We’re looking for an exceptional hands-on leader, Head of Engineering, to drive our multidisciplinary team and own delivery from concept to deployment. We want a driven, fast paced self learner that is not afraid of taking deviation and responsibility and knows how to execute fast with a small team. We offer a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to lead the future of rail technology while building a generational multi-billion dollar company.

Requirements

Led development from concept in an electric vehicle company.
Demonstrated experience in agile project management.
Ability to move between strategy and hands-on engineering.
Experience leading small engineering teams and delivering complex technical projects end-to-end.
Exceptional emotional intelligence with strong team management skills.
Experience leading multidisciplinary and multicultural teams.
Ability to thrive in fast-paced, high-pressure environments.
Proactive self-starter who is not afraid of big challenges.

Nice To Haves

Technical background in high-power systems, power Electronics and mobile energy storage systems.
Loves trains.

Responsibilities

Lead a high-performing team of engineers.
Foster a collaborative environment that encourages innovation.
Grow the team, expanding from 10 to 30 members quickly.
Oversee and create the timeline of both the development and testing phases to make sure we reach our commercial commitments.
Coordinate the integration of hardware, electrical, and software elements, fostering effective collaboration between multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal functionality.
Implement agile working practices within the team to enhance productivity and better collaboration.
Balance big-picture thinking with hands-on execution, driving projects from conception through to scale.
Groom existing partnerships and create collaboration with suppliers who can streamline our development.
Present the technological developments to customers and inventors.
Stay abreast of industry trends and advancements, fostering a culture of self-learning and professional growth within the team.