VP of Engineering

the Opportunity • Houston, TX

7h • Onsite

About The Position

A privately held, growth-oriented industrial organization is seeking a Vice President of Engineering to lead engineering strategy and execution across a complex network of marine, terminal, rail, storage, and infrastructure assets. This is a high-impact executive leadership role for a seasoned engineering professional with deep experience in marine terminal development, port infrastructure, bulk material handling systems, and large-scale capital projects. The company is preparing to invest heavily in new facilities, terminal expansion, and strategic infrastructure development. This opportunity is ideal for a senior engineering leader who brings both technical depth and executive maturity, and who is motivated by the chance to help shape a growing organization, mentor emerging talent, and leave a lasting legacy.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline
• 20+ years of progressive engineering experience, with significant tenure in senior leadership roles
• Deep experience in marine port engineering and industrial infrastructure development
• Proven track record supporting the design and build-out of: marine terminals, port infrastructure, vessel unloading systems, storage and transfer systems, rail or barge-connected industrial facilities, large-scale industrial capital projects
• Strong leadership presence with the credibility to mentor and develop a capable but less experienced internal team
• Demonstrated ability to operate effectively in a complex, fast-evolving business environment
• Willingness to work on-site in Houston

Nice To Haves

• Experience in dry bulk, industrial terminals, or other heavy industrial operating environments
• Background in multi-site expansion, greenfield or brownfield development, or high-value infrastructure projects
• Experience in privately held, entrepreneurial, or high-growth organizations
• A practical, hands-on leadership style with the ability to balance strategy and execution

Responsibilities

• Lead the engineering function across major capital, infrastructure, and expansion initiatives
• Provide technical leadership for marine terminals, port infrastructure, vessel unloading systems, storage assets, rail interfaces, and related industrial facilities
• Support the planning, design review, prioritization, and execution of large-scale capital projects
• Partner with executive leadership on long-range infrastructure strategy and investment planning
• Mentor and develop an existing engineering and projects team, including helping elevate internal leadership capability
• Introduce stronger engineering discipline, communication, accountability, and execution standards
• Work cross-functionally with operations, supply chain, commercial leadership, and ownership to ensure alignment between engineering initiatives and business objectives
• Evaluate engineering concepts, layouts, and project plans with a focus on safety, scalability, operational performance, and long-term value
• Help professionalize the engineering function to support a business entering a major growth phase

Benefits

• Executive-level visibility and influence
• Significant capital investment and growth ahead
• Opportunity to shape major infrastructure initiatives
• Chance to build systems, develop people, and strengthen a growing organization
• Meaningful long-term impact in a business entering an important stage of expansion

What This Job Offers

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