LHH has partnered with a company in the Kent area, seeking a highly skilled and experienced Director of Engineering to join the team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for leading and overseeing all engineering activities, ensuring the highest standards of quality, efficiency, and innovation. This role requires a strategic thinker with a strong technical background and a passion for driving continuous improvement in a fast-paced environment. If you are a visionary leader with a proven track record in engineering management with an understanding of the food and beverage sector, apply today!

What you will do:

• Plans and coordinates the work of engineering staff.
• Oversees engineering staff and ensures that they meet goals and objectives.
• Recruits additional engineering staff as needed.
• Conducts performance evaluations that are timely and constructive.
• Provides training and mentoring as needed.
• Consults with leadership to create long-range goals specific to the needs of the organization.
• Develops new products from concept to testing to production.
• Collaborates with marketing department to determine market potential for new products.
• Oversees progress and timeliness of projects.
• Reviews project reports to ensure projects are on schedule and within budget.
• Performs other related duties as required.

What you need:

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering.
• PLC experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience managing a team.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Extensive technical knowledge of engineering and product development.
• Refrigeration experience a big plus.

Other:

• Onsite position.
• $150k-$180k.
• Full benefits included.