VP of Engineering

DPP•Tallahasee, FL

12h•Onsite

About The Position

DPP is seeking a VP of Engineering for a direct hire opportunity with our client in the Elevator Manufacturing and Installation industry. Position summary: The VP of Engineering will lead a multidisciplinary team of mechanical, electrical, and manufacturing engineers while partnering closely with Operations, Sales, Field Services, Quality, and Executive Leadership to support the company’s strategic growth objectives. This role requires a balance of executive leadership, technical expertise, product vision, and practical manufacturing experience. You will be working closely with the mechanical engineer and the electrical engineer for the top-rated residential elevator company in the industry. This is an onsite position located in Crawfordville, FL.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, or related field.
10+ years of progressive engineering leadership experience.
5+ years managing engineering teams in a manufacturing environment.
Strong understanding of product development, manufacturing processes, and quality systems.
Experience leading cross-functional teams and large engineering projects.
Experience recruiting, mentoring, and retaining high-performing engineering talent.
Experience building a culture of accountability, innovation, continuous improvement, and customer focus.
Experience with lean manufacturing methods and continuous improvement.
Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills.

Nice To Haves

Experience with elevator systems, vertical transportation equipment, lifts, or related industries.
Experience with PLCs, industrial controls, VFDs, safety systems, and automation.
Knowledge of ASME A17.1 and related codes.
Experience supporting field service organizations and warranty reduction initiatives.

Responsibilities

Lead and develop the engineering organization, including mechanical, electrical, and manufacturing functions.
Establish engineering priorities aligned with company objectives and growth strategies.
Direct the design and development of new residential elevator products and enhancements.
Oversee product lifecycle management from concept through commercialization.
Drive innovation while maintaining manufacturability, reliability, and cost objectives.
Ensure products meet customer expectations for quality, performance, and aesthetics.
Ensure compliance with applicable elevator codes and standards, including, but not limited to: ASME A17.1 / CSA B44 Residential elevator requirements, State and local regulatory requirements, Applicable electrical and safety standards.
Manage engineering support for inspections, certifications, and regulatory approvals.
Coordinate third-party engineering reviews and certifications where required.
Partner with Manufacturing to improve manufacturing efficiency, product quality, and throughput.
Lead design-for-manufacturing initiatives.
Create and support root cause analysis, as well as corrective actions for production and field issues.
Drive value engineering and cost reduction efforts.
Provide leadership in elevator control systems, PLC-based automation, safety circuits, encoders, drives, and related technologies.
Oversee software and controls development efforts.
Ensure system reliability, maintainability, and regulatory compliance.
Support field operations with technical expertise and problem resolution.
Establish engineering processes for warranty reduction and continuous product improvement.
Analyze field data and customer feedback to drive product enhancements.
Develop and execute long-term product and technology roadmaps.
Evaluate emerging technologies, suppliers, and industry trends.
Participate in strategic business planning and capital investment decisions.
Support mergers, acquisitions, partnerships, and new market opportunities as needed.