Director of Engineering

Overview

We are seeking a Director of Engineering responsible for setting the technical vision, roadmap, and execution discipline for all new product development (NPD) and sustaining engineering activities for gas-fired heaters and electric heat pumps. This role leads a multidisciplinary engineering organization and is accountable for innovation, portfolio performance, regulatory compliance, safety, and on-time/high-quality product delivery in a highly regulated thermal-systems environment.

The Director plays a pivotal role in driving the company’s electrification strategy through advanced heat pump platforms while continuing to advance high-efficiency, low-emissions combustion technology.

• Define and execute the multi-year engineering and technology strategy for gas heating and heat pump products in alignment with corporate growth and sustainability goals
• Own the complete technology roadmap, balancing innovation, cost, performance, regulatory compliance, and sustainability
• Advance combustion-system architecture (modular platforms, heat exchangers, burners, ignition/controls, low-NOx solutions) and heat pump performance (high COP, variable-speed, cold-climate capability)
• Partner with C-level executives to translate business objectives into prioritized engineering programs and investment plans

• 12+ years of progressive engineering leadership in product development and manufacturing environments
• 8+ years leading multidisciplinary engineering teams (mechanical, HVAC, controls, test)
• Proven track record taking complex thermal systems from concept through commercialization
• Deep experience in HVAC, heating systems, thermal management, combustion appliances, or related fields
• Direct hands-on or leadership experience with gas burner design, heat exchangers, ignition systems, emissions compliance, or heat pump technology strongly preferred
• Demonstrated ability to balance breakthrough innovation with disciplined execution
• Experience managing outsourced engineering resources and strategic vendors
• Exceptional program governance and executive communication skills
• Willingness to travel ~10%

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or closely related discipline
• Advanced coursework or training in combustion engineering, thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, or HVAC systems

• Director

• Full-time

• Industries:
  Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing and Retail;
  Appliances, Electrical, and Electronic Equipment

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