Chief Engineer - Landing Gear & Mechatronics Leader

Jost International; Grand Haven (MI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Job summary

Jost International, based in Grand Haven, Michigan, seeks a Chief Engineer to lead a multi-disciplinary engineering team focused on landing gear and kingpin products. You will drive design, validate concepts, and ensure performance meets safety and quality goals.

The role requires a strong technical background, proven leadership, and hands-on project delivery from concept through execution. Reporting to the VP of Engineering, you will shape the technical roadmap and mentor team members while

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years in design or product engineering.
• Strong leadership and collaboration abilities.
• Experience with manufacturing processes and validation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor engineers on landing gear and kingpin projects.
• Oversee project planning, execution, and performance aligned with strategy.
• Collaborate with product management, quality, and manufacturing.
• Direct validation, test planning, and data correlation.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

FEA/CAE

Job description

Jost International, based in Grand Haven, Michigan, seeks a Chief Engineer to lead a multi-disciplinary engineering team focused on landing gear and kingpin products. You will drive design, validate concepts, and ensure performance meets safety and quality goals.

The role requires a strong technical background, proven leadership, and hands-on project delivery from concept through execution. Reporting to the VP of Engineering, you will shape the technical roadmap and mentor team members while