Vice President of Engineering • Company: PrideStaff (Hiring on behalf of a premier manufacturing client) • Location: Crawfordville, FL • Employment Type: Full-Time, Direct Hire • Compensation: $120,000 – $150,000/year + Benefits Position Overview PrideStaff has been retained by an established custom manufacturing leader in the Crawfordville/Tallahassee area to recruit a Vice President of Engineering. This executive role leads a multidisciplinary team (Mechanical, Electrical, and Manufacturing) driving product innovation, regulatory compliance, and manufacturing excellence for specialized electromechanical systems. Key Responsibilities • Team Leadership: Direct, mentor, and grow the engineering organization across mechanical, electrical/controls, and manufacturing disciplines. • Product Development: Lead the product lifecycle from initial concept and design through commercial manufacturing, balancing innovation, aesthetics, and cost. • Manufacturing Alignment: Drive Design for Manufacturability (DFM), Value Engineering (VAVE), and continuous improvement initiatives alongside plant operations. • Controls & Electrical Systems: Oversee architecture for PLC-based automation, safety circuits, VFDs, and motor controls. • Code & Regulatory Compliance: Ensure designs meet relevant safety standards, machinery codes (e.g., ASME/CSA), and state/local regulatory requirements. • Field Support & Quality: Partner with field service and quality teams to execute root cause analysis and reduce warranty claims. Qualifications Required: • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Controls Engineering (or related discipline). • 10+ years of progressive engineering experience, with 5+ years managing teams in a manufacturing environment. • Proven track record leading new product development (NPD) and cross-functional teams. • Strong background in Lean manufacturing, DFM, and quality systems. • Excellent communication, mentorship, and executive leadership skills. Preferred: • Experience with vertical transportation, lifting systems, motion controls, or related equipment. • Familiarity with machinery safety codes (e.g., ASME A17.1 / CSA B44 or similar). • Hands-on knowledge of PLCs, VFDs, and automated safety circuits. Benefits • Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision coverage • 401(k) with company match • Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays • Relocation assistance available for qualified candidates PrideStaff is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Compensation / Pay Rate (Up to): $120,000.00 - $150,000.00 Per Year