Vice President of Engineering

Job Description

Job Description

Cooperidge Consulting Firm is seeking a Vice President of Engineering for a top Growing Manufacturing client.

This executive leadership role is responsible for leading the entire engineering function, encompassing product development, manufacturing/sustaining engineering, and production support. The VP of Engineering drives strategic technical vision, oversees project execution, shapes the company’s future as a key member of the executive team, and fosters a high-performance culture focused on continuous improvement and the delivery of innovative, high-quality solutions.

Job Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all engineering teams across R&D, manufacturing engineering, and project engineering functions.
• Guide the design and development of new products, including critical material selection, specification definition, and validation testing.
• Develop and maintain engineering processes aligned with rigorous industry standards (e.g., PPAP, Configuration Management).
• Conduct internal and customer-attended design reviews to assess and ensure compliance with all customer specifications.
• Plan and manage strategic R&D projects and lead the development of new product lines.
• Provide expert technical direction and cross-functional support to procurement, quality assurance, drafting, and production teams.
• Lead efforts in patent acquisition, intellectual property management, and develop/track key performance indicators (KPIs) for engineering performance.
• Hire, train, evaluate, and mentor engineering personnel to foster a high-performance, high-integrity culture.

Requirements

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field is required.
• Master’s degree is preferred.

Experience

• Minimum of five (5) years of progressive engineering experience, including product design and development, is required.
• Minimum of three (3) years of engineering management or team leadership experience is required.
• Experience in aerospace materials, processes, and industry standards is required.

Certifications/Licenses

• Not specified.

Skills

• Strategic leadership and technical vision, with the proven ability to develop and mentor engineering talent.
• Experience with electro-mechanical product design is preferred.
• Strong background in project management and technical documentation.
• Familiarity with ASME/ANSI drawing standards, manufacturing practices, CAD systems, and engineering databases.
• High ethical standards, strong organizational, decision-making, and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Development
• Wellness Resources