Vice President of Engineering

Job Description

Job Description

Company Description

At Mission Critical Group (MCG) , we don’t just manufacture electrical systems—we deliver power reliability where it matters most. From data centers to critical infrastructure, our solutions keep the world running. With more than one million square feet of U.S. manufacturing capacity, we move fast, build smart, and never compromise on quality.

The Vice President of Engineering is a key member of the executive leadership team and a peer to the Vice President of Manufacturing. This role provides strategic and technical leadership for all engineering functions across the Electrical Equipment Center of Excellence (EECOE), ensuring design excellence, product innovation, and execution discipline. The VP of Engineering will lead a multidisciplinary engineering organization (mechanical, electrical, controls, and project engineering) responsible for developing and sustaining complex power packaging and integration solutions.

This leader will partner closely with manufacturing, operations, and supply chain to ensure engineering strategies align with business goals, customer requirements, and financial outcomes. The VP of Engineering combines a strong technical foundation with a proven ability to build high-performing teams, drive innovation, and lead through change in a growing and complex manufacturing environment.

Accountabilities

• Strategy and Leadership:
  • Define and own the long-term and short-term engineering strategy, aligning design and innovation with customer needs, market growth, and operational scalability.
  • Serve as a peer and strategic partner to the VP of Manufacturing, ensuring engineering and production are fully integrated to support customer-obsessed delivery.
  • Create and standardize engineering practices across multiple locations for continuity of equipment manufacturing,
  • Execute The MCG Way by applying strategy deployment, process discipline, and continuous improvement within engineering functions.
  • Partner with Operations, Supply Chain, Human Resources, and Finance to align capacity, resources, and technology with business demands.
  • Use KPIs to coach leaders and teams not only on results but on the behaviors that drive results.
  • Engage directly with customers as a technical leader to support innovation, problem-solving, and relationship-building.
• Technical and Operational Excellence
  • Lead all aspects of product design, validation, testing, and release, ensuring compliance with safety, regulatory, and performance standards.
  • Champion innovation, introducing advanced engineering tools, methodologies, and technologies (CAD, modeling, simulation, Industry 4.0 integration).
  • Establish standardized engineering processes to drive efficiency, quality, and repeatability.
  • Deploy Lean and Six Sigma principles within the engineering workflow to reduce waste, improve time-to-market, and increase reliability.
  • Ensure thorough root-cause analysis, corrective actions, and preventative solutions for customer issues and product performance.
• People and Cross-Functional Leadership
  • Build, mentor, and develop engineering leaders and technical talent; foster engagement, accountability, and growth.
  • Create a collaborative and knowledge-sharing culture across multiple engineering disciplines.
  • Partner with Sales and Product Management to translate customer requirements into scalable engineering solutions.
  • Lead the Project Management Office within engineering, ensuring structured execution practices, customer feedback loops, and post-project reviews.

Supervisory Requirements

• Directly manage a team of 5-8 professionals
• Provides clear direction, priorities, and performance expectations to ensure alignment with company objectives
• Coaches and develops staff through regular feedback, goal setting, and professional development plans
• Conducts performance evaluations and supports career growth opportunities within the team
• Fosters a collaborative, accountable, and high-performing team culture
• Delegates responsibilities appropriately and ensures team members are equipped to succeed
• Partners with HR on recruiting, onboarding, and retaining top talent

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering required; Master's degree preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive leadership in engineering within a manufacturing environment.
• Proven success leading large, multidisciplinary engineering teams in complex product environments.
• Demonstrated experience in product development, innovation, and lifecycle management.
• Strong understanding of design and safety codes, CAD, modeling, and modern engineering tools.
• Experience implementing Lean, Six Sigma, or other structured quality/continuous improvement systems.
• Track record of successfully managing engineering budgets, timelines, and cross-functional initiatives.
• Strong technical and business acumen; ability to translate engineering into business outcomes.
• Strategic thinker with ability to balance long-term innovation with near-term execution.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and influencing skills across all levels of the organization.
• Ability to lead through change by creating clarity, trust, and commitment.
• Deep commitment to developing people and connecting engagement to results.
• High degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to quickly learn complex technologies and business models.
• Ability to pass a background check and drug screening.
• Ability to travel ~50%.

Work Environment and Physical Demands

• FLSA executive and professional positions paid on a salary basis, where project requirements and tight client deadlines may require workweeks over forty (40) hours (including weekends or holidays)
• This role will work in an office setting, however, frequent visits to the production floor are required to oversee operations, ensure compliance and safety standards, and engage staff.
• Mobility : Ability to move around the manufacturing plant, including walking, standing, and climbing stairs.
• Manual Dexterity : Occasional use of hands to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls.
• Lifting : Ability to lift and carry items up to twenty-five (25) pounds. All lifting should be done following OSHA standards.
• Visual and Auditory Requirements : Must be able to see and hear well enough to navigate the plant safely and communicate effectively with team members.

Our success is deeply rooted in our unwavering commitment to our operating ethos and core values. As a member of our team, you will be expected to consistently demonstrate and champion these in every aspect of your role.

Operating Ethos

• Safety First: Prioritize safety in all actions and decisions. Follow safety protocols, identify potential hazards, and take immediate steps to correct or report unsafe conditions. Model safe behavior for others and contribute to a culture of workplace safety.
• People Centered Management: We believe our greatest asset is our people. You will contribute to an environment that fosters respect, collaboration, growth, and empowerment. This includes actively listening, providing constructive feedback, supporting professional development, and promoting a diverse and inclusive workplace where every individual feels valued and can thrive.
• Customer Centricity: Our customers are at the heart of everything we do. You will be dedicated to understanding their needs, exceeding their expectations, and building lasting relationships through exceptional service and innovative solutions. Your commitment ensures we consistently deliver value and earn their trust and loyalty.

Core Values

• Have Humanity: This means approaching every interaction with empathy, respect, and kindness. We recognize the inherent worth in every individual, whether they're a colleague, customer, or partner. It’s about understanding different perspectives, fostering a supportive and inclusive environment, and acting with compassion and integrity in everything we do.
• Be Transparent: We believe in open and honest communication. This means sharing information clearly and directly, being accountable for our actions, and fostering an environment where trust is built through clarity. We communicate openly about our successes, challenges, and decisions, ensuring everyone understands our goals and how we're working to achieve them.
• Drive Innovation: Innovation is the heart of progress. This means we are constantly seeking new and better ways to do things. We encourage curiosity, embrace creative problem-solving, and are not afraid to challenge the status quo. It’s about fostering a culture where new ideas are welcomed, tested, and implemented to drive continuous improvement and future growth.
• Be Resilient: Life and business come with challenges, and resilience is our ability to adapt and thrive through adversity. This means facing obstacles with a positive mindset, learning from setbacks, and bouncing back stronger. It's about maintaining perspective, demonstrating perseverance, and supporting each other to navigate difficulties and emerge more capable.
• Always Reliable: When we say we'll do something, we do it. Reliability means consistently delivering on our promises, demonstrating dependability in our actions, and being trustworthy in all our commitments. It's about taking responsibility, ensuring quality in our work, and building confidence with our colleagues and customers through consistent, dependable performance.
• Grit: Grit is our passion and perseverance toward achieving long-term goals. It's about sticking with our future, day in, day out, not just for the week or the month, but for years. It means working hard to make our vision a reality and maintaining commitment and effort even in the face of setbacks, frustration, and failure.

A Note to our Recruitment Partners: We really appreciate the interest, but MCG currently manages hiring through our internal team. We love getting to know our candidates directly! Because of this, we don’t accept unsolicited resumes from agencies at this time. If we ever need an extra hand, we’ll be sure to reach out to the community. Thanks for understanding!

MCG is an equal opportunity employer prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, sex, marital status, physical or mental disability, and any other protected classes stated by applicable federal and state laws. DVM is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals with disabilities and to act in accordance with regulations and guidance issued by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC).