VP, Quality and Engineering

Assurant•Lewisville, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Vice President, Quality & Engineering leads the strategy, execution, and continuous improvement of the organization’s Quality and Engineering functions. This role drives operational excellence through technology adoption, efficient value‑added service (VAS) engineering, and a proactive quality program designed to improve yield, reduce cost, and enhance customer satisfaction. The VP partners closely with site leaders, Supply Chain teams, Account Management, clients, and senior leadership to elevate performance, strengthen compliance, and support scalable growth. This is an onsite role in our Lewisville TX or Mt Juliet TN facilities with up to 30% travel.

Requirements

8+ years of progressive leadership in engineering, quality, product development, electronics, or test operations within the electronics industry
5+ years managing teams of 40+ employees in a high-volume, complex environment
Experience managing complex processes, demanding stakeholders, and cross-functional initiatives
5+ years in auditing, insurance systems, or end-to-end operations with strong product knowledge
Proven problem-resolution skills and strong technical, systems, and applied engineering knowledge
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering
Strong ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Proven success meeting deadlines and driving execution
Ability to write, implement, and manage policies and procedures
Strong influencing, negotiation, and relationship-building skills
Ability to provide constructive feedback and work across diverse technical disciplines
Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to adjust to shifting priorities
Ability to plan and execute audits

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Engineering
Internal Auditor certification (ASQ, IIA, CIA)
Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification
Proficiency in MS Office, MS Project, Visio, and advanced Excel
Experience with Minitab, Raosoft, or other statistical analysis tools
Working knowledge of database and query tools (Access, Cognos, SQL, etc.)

Responsibilities

Serve as a key member of the executive leadership team, driving cost reduction, operational performance, and client engagement
Develop and manage departmental budgets aligned with approved business plans
Provide transformational leadership to 100+ employees, building a high‑performing Engineering and Quality organization
Mentor, develop, and coach team members to elevate expertise, execution, and accountability
Lead engineering services including development, installation, automation, and support of new and existing processes
Oversee new product introduction (NPI) activities, acting as the primary point of contact for all engineering and customer deliverables
Coordinate core NPI tasks including: BOM setup, Golden sample management, Material sourcing and approval, System and test setup, Work instruction creation, Kitting and labeling processes, & First article inspection
Implement and optimize value‑added services with a focus on throughput, quality, and cost efficiency
Support product development teams with new product launches and process enhancements
Lead the Quality System, including document control, LEAN process management, CAPA, customer communication, and audit readiness
Establish and enforce quality assurance standards, metrics, and controls
Drive continuous improvement initiatives aimed at increasing yield, UPH, and overall operational efficiency
Apply Lean Six Sigma methodologies to repair, logistics, and quality assurance programs
Direct teams responsible for Quality Control, Auditing, and CAPA management; partner cross-functionally to resolve audit and CAPA findings
Support site-wide LEAN initiatives and training programs
Collaborate with Corporate Compliance to implement recommended changes
Serve as a liaison with Account Management to resolve operational, product, client, and system issues
Build strong relationships with customer counterparts to drive quality and engineering outcomes
Partner with internal teams—including Supply Chain, Operations, and Product Development—to align engineering and quality with business objectives
Communicate results, insights, and improvement plans to senior leadership, clients, and vendors