Director of Engineering (Product)

Ledgent Technology; Anaheim (CA); On-site; USD 200,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology recruitment firm is seeking a Director of Engineering to guide innovative product development near Anaheim, CA. The ideal candidate will have over 12 years of R&D leadership experience, preferably in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, and a strong track record in leading product lifecycles. You will oversee budgeting, implement scalable processes, and lead high-impact teams to achieve organizational excellence. Compensation ranges from $200,000 to $230,000, plus an annual bonus and up to 15% travel.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of progressive R&D leadership.
• Experience managing teams and guiding engineering organizations.
• Track record of leading new product development.

Responsibilities

• Oversee budgeting and resource planning.
• Champion operational rigor and implement scalable processes.
• Guide high-impact teams to deliver products.

Skills

R&D leadership

Mechanical Engineering

Electrical Engineering

Lean development

Strategic planning

Excellent communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in a STEM field

Advanced degree preferred

Job description

Job Title: Director of Engineering (Mechanical/Engineering)
Location: 100% onsite near Anaheim, CA (Up to 15% of travel)
Compensation: $200,000 to 230,000 (doe) plus annual bonus
Terms: Direct-hire
Partnered with a client who is looking for a strategic, people‑first Director of Engineering to guide innovation, execute a long-term product development, and drive excellence across tools and instruments portfolio. In this role, you'll shape long‑term engineering strategy, elevate organizational capability, and develop and guide high‑impact teams to deliver differentiated, customer‑focused products.

You will champion operational rigor, implementing scalable processes, Lean practices, and performance metrics that strengthen productivity, predictability, and product quality across multiple concurrent programs. You'll partner closely with Product, Operations, Quality, and external ODMs to streamline execution and accelerate innovation from concept through launch - full product lifecycle.

As a senior leader, you will oversee budgeting, resource planning, and organizational investments, ensuring the right balance between near‑term delivery and long‑term capability building.

What You Bring

• 12+ years of progressive R&D leadership with experience managing managers and guiding cross‑functional engineering organizations.
• A bachelor's degree in a STEM field (advanced degree preferred).
• A technical background stemming from a strong Mechanical Engineering (preferred) or Electrical Engineering.
• A track record of leading new product development and collaborating with ODMs and strategic suppliers. Must have full product lifecycle experience from concept to delivery of electrical‑mechanical products.
• Strength in strategic planning, financial stewardship, and performance management.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to influence across technical and business teams.
• Experience with Lean development and modern engineering tools.

Core Leadership Competencies

• You're a mentor, a matrix leader, a customer‑centric innovator, a financial steward, a collaborative driver, and a resilient problem solver - committed to developing teams and delivering with accountability.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance.