Director of Engineering - Industrial - Hudson, NH

Michael Page; Hudson (NH); On-site; USD 160,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Strategic leadership role

Opportunity to drive innovation

Collaborative environment

Job summary

MPI is seeking a Director of Engineering for a premier manufacturer of advanced thermal processing and industrial equipment. The role combines hands-on leadership with strategic oversight of product development, engineering operations, and technical strategy to improve performance and enable growth.

You will lead a multidisciplinary team, drive design and standardization, and work with manufacturing, sales, and service to deliver complex systems that meet customer and business objectives.

Qualifications

• The candidate holds a BS in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
• Experience leading engineering teams in a manufacturing/industrial setting.
• Strong background in product development from concept to delivery.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and grow a multidisciplinary engineering team with clear objectives.
• Oversee design, development, and continuous improvement of complex industrial systems.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, sales, procurement, and service teams on project delivery.
• Drive standardization, cost reduction, and adoption of new technologies.
• Provide technical leadership for customer-specific solutions and reviews.

Skills

Leadership

Cross-functional

Strategic thinking

Project management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Tools

CAD software

Configuration management

Job description

An established manufacturer of advanced thermal processing and industrial equipment is seeking a Director of Engineering to lead product development, engineering operations, and technical strategy. This role combines hands‑on engineering leadership with cross‑functional collaboration to enhance product performance, support growth initiatives, and develop high‑performing engineering teams.

Our client is a highly respected manufacturer of engineered industrial equipment serving customers in technically demanding markets including advanced materials, aerospace, research, and specialty manufacturing. With a long‑standing reputation for technical excellence and customized solutions, the company designs and produces sophisticated systems used in critical production and processing environments.

The organization offers the stability of an established business while maintaining an innovative engineering culture focused on continuous improvement, product advancement, and customer satisfaction. As part of its ongoing growth, the company is seeking an engineering leader capable of shaping future technologies, improving operational performance, and developing engineering talent.

Description

The Director of Engineering will provide strategic and technical leadership across all engineering activities, overseeing product design, development, standardization, and project execution. Working closely with executive leadership and cross‑functional teams, the successful candidate will ensure that products meet customer requirements, manufacturing objectives, quality standards, and commercial goals while fostering a culture of innovation and accountability.

• Lead and develop a multidisciplinary engineering team, establishing priorities and performance objectives.
• Oversee the design, development, and continuous improvement of complex industrial equipment systems.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, sales, procurement, and service teams to ensure successful project execution.
• Drive product standardization, cost reduction initiatives, and implementation of new technologies.
• Provide technical leadership for customer‑specific solutions, design reviews, and complex engineering challenges.

Profile

The ideal candidate will be an experienced engineering leader with a background in industrial equipment, manufacturing, or engineered products. They will possess strong technical expertise across mechanical and electrical systems, proven success managing engineering teams, and the ability to drive projects from concept through commercial delivery while balancing technical, operational, and business requirements.

• B.S. in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Previous leadership experience managing engineering teams within a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical design, electrical systems, controls, and product development processes.
• Experience with CAD platforms, engineering documentation, configuration management, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Excellent communication, problem‑solving, project management, and stakeholder management skills.

Job Offer

This is an opportunity to join a well‑established engineering‑driven organisation where leadership can have a direct impact on product innovation, operational excellence, and long‑term business growth. The successful candidate will work closely with senior leadership while shaping engineering strategy and influencing the future direction of highly technical products.

• Competitive compensation and benefits.
• Strategic leadership role with significant organizational impact.
• Opportunity to drive innovation and product development initiatives.
• Collaborative environment with strong technical and operational resources.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.