Overview
On Site
Depends on Experience
Full Time
Accepts corp to corp applications
Skills
Product Development
Mechanical Engineering
aerospace
Defense
Medical Device
Talent Management
Operations Management
Supply Chain
Change Management
Budget
Performance Management
Business Development
Strategic Planning & Direction
LEAN Manufacturing
Brand Strategy
Design Controls
Profit/ROI Improvement
Job Details
Role: Director of Engineering and Research & Development
Location: Woodland Hills, CA
Duration: Fulltime
Job Description: The Director of Engineering and R&D will play a pivotal role in shaping the vision and direction of product development at Client. Reporting directly to the VP of Sales and Engineering, the Director of Engineering and R&D will lead our engineering department and spearhead our product development initiatives. The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker, a visionary leader, and a hands-on engineer with a proven track record of delivering high-quality, innovative solutions.
Responsibilities:
Leadership and Strategy:
- Provide visionary leadership and strategic direction for the engineering department and R&D team.
- Collaborate with senior Client s management and Raptor Scientific s VP of Product Development to align engineering and R&D efforts with company goals and objectives.
- Drive innovation and foster a culture of creativity and excellence within the engineering and R&D teams.
Team Management:
- Recruit, develop, and retain top engineering talent.
- Lead, mentor, and inspire cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality products and solutions
- Establish clear goals and performance metrics for the engineering and R&D teams.
Product Development:
- Oversee the end-to-end product development lifecycle, from concept to launch.
- Work closely with the management team to translate business requirements into technical solutions.
- Ensure the timely delivery of high-quality, scalable, and reliable products.
Research & Development:
- Drive innovation through research and experimentation.
- Identify emerging technologies and market trends to inform product development strategies.
- Foster a culture of continuous learning and experimentation within the R&D team.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering. Advanced degree preferred.
- 5+ years of experience in engineering leadership roles, with a proven track record of delivering complex technical projects.
- 5+ years of experience in research and development, preferably in electro-mechanical systems and/or portable automated test equipment.
- Strong technical background with expertise in real-time embedded systems.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Proven ability to build and motivate high-performing teams.
- Strategic thinker with a passion for innovation and technology.
Thanks,
Suman