Title: Vice President Engineering
Salary: $180,000 - $210,000 DOE
Location: Dallas, Texas (will include frequent travel to other sites)
Oliver Carol Recruitment is seeking an experienced and dynamic Vice President of Engineering who will lead our multi-site CPG manufacturing clients' engineering department.
The ideal candidate will have a strong background in fusion 3D and CAD, PLCs, people leadership, lean manufacturing methodology (including Kaizen and LSS), and extensive experience in handling CAPEX projects, including full-line design for factories.
Responsibilities:
Engineering Department Leadership
- Lead, mentor, and manage a diverse team of project managers and engineers, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture.
- Develop and implement strategies to optimize team productivity, resource allocation, and talent development.
- Foster innovation and continuous improvement within the engineering department.
Fusion 3D and CAD Expertise:
- Utilize expertise in fusion 3D and CAD software to drive product design, development, and improvement initiatives.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate customer requirements into actionable engineering plans.
- Ensure engineering designs meet quality, cost, and timeline objectives.
PLC Integration and Automation:
- Oversee the integration of programmable logic controllers (PLCs) into manufacturing processes.
- Collaborate with automation engineers to optimize production efficiency and reliability.
- Ensure compliance with safety standards and regulations related to automated equipment.
Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement:
- Drive the implementation of lean manufacturing methodologies, including Kaizen and Lean Six Sigma (LSS).
- Identify opportunities for process optimization, waste reduction, and cost savings.
- Lead cross-functional teams in executing improvement projects to enhance operational excellence.
CAPEX Project Management:
- Manage and execute CAPEX projects related to factory expansion, new line installations, and equipment upgrades.
- Develop project plans, budgets, and timelines, ensuring successful project delivery.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure seamless integration of new equipment and technologies.
Full Line Design for Factories:
- Utilize expertise in factory layout and design to optimize production flow and efficiency.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create scalable and flexible manufacturing systems.
- Ensure compliance with regulatory and safety requirements during factory design and construction.
Person Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field. Master's degree preferred.
- 7-10 years of experience in engineering leadership roles in the CPG industry.
- Proficiency in fusion 3D and CAD software for product design and development.
- Strong knowledge of PLCs (particularly AB or Seimens), industrial automation & robotics, and integration into manufacturing processes.
- Proven experience in people leadership, including managing project managers and engineers.
- In-depth understanding of lean manufacturing methodologies, including Kaizen and LSS.
- Track record of successfully managing CAPEX projects, including full-line design for factories.
- Excellent project management skills, with the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate cross-functionally.
If you are an innovative, efficient Engineering leader who can demonstrate success in developing high-performing teams, and executing projects that achieve speed to the marketplace whilst creating a collaborative and engaging environment for a diverse group of stakeholders, then we want to speak to you about this Vice President Engineering position.