Chief People Officer

Position Overview

Velo3D is seeking a strategic, hands‑on Chief People Officer to lead our people strategy during a pivotal stage of growth. As a member of the executive leadership team, the CPO will partner closely with the CEO and senior leaders to build a high‑performing organization, foster an exceptional employee experience, and develop the people, processes, and culture needed to scale the business.

This leader will ensure that Velo3D attracts, develops, and retains world‑class talent while building organizational capabilities that support sustainable growth, innovation, and operational excellence.

• Develop and execute a comprehensive people strategy aligned with Velo3D's business objectives and long‑term growth plans.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to the CEO and executive leadership team on organizational design, workforce planning, succession planning, leadership development, and culture.
• Build the organizational infrastructure, talent programs, and HR processes necessary to successfully scale the company as it grows.
• Drive change management initiatives that support evolving business priorities and organizational transformation.

• Lead global talent acquisition strategies to attract exceptional technical, manufacturing, and corporate talent.
• Develop workforce planning initiatives that align hiring with business needs and future growth.
• Strengthen employer branding to position Velo3D as an employer of choice within advanced manufacturing and technology.

• Champion a culture rooted in collaboration, accountability, innovation, inclusion, and continuous improvement.
• Develop programs that enhance employee engagement, retention, recognition, and career development.
• Foster open communication and strengthen leadership capabilities across all levels of the organization.

• Design and oversee performance management, leadership development, coaching, and succession planning programs.
• Partner with executives and managers to establish clear performance expectations and accountability.
• Build learning and development initiatives that prepare employees and leaders for future growth.

• Oversee compensation, benefits, and recognition programs to ensure competitiveness, fairness, and alignment with business objectives.
• Partner with Finance to develop compensation strategies that support talent acquisition, retention, and organizational performance.

• Ensure HR policies, systems, and processes are efficient, scalable, and compliant with applicable employment laws.
• Oversee employee relations, compliance, risk management, HRIS, and people analytics.
• Use workforce data and metrics to drive informed decision‑making and continuously improve organizational effectiveness.

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field;
  Master's degree or MBA preferred.
• 15+ years of progressive human resources leadership experience, including executive‑level leadership.
• Demonstrated success building and scaling organizations in high‑growth technology, manufacturing, industrial, or engineering‑focused environments.
• Strong experience leading talent acquisition, organizational design, leadership development, compensation, employee relations, and HR operations.
• Proven ability to influence executive leadership and drive organizational change.
• Deep knowledge of employment law, HR best practices, and people analytics.
• Experience partnering with executive leadership, the Board of Directors, and Board committees, including the Compensation Committee, on executive compensation, succession planning, leadership development, and governance…