Vice President of Engineering

EVONA; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 240,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a pioneering organization as the VP of Engineering, leading the development of clean energy technologies. This role offers the chance to influence groundbreaking advancements in a dynamic startup environment, overseeing a talented engineering team and driving innovative projects.

Qualifications

• 12+ years relevant experience, 7+ years in leadership roles.
• Experience in nuclear design or space product design preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Engineering Department and oversee technology development.
• Drive engineering initiatives and scale manufacturing capabilities.
• Build and lead a multidisciplinary Engineering Team.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Communication

Education

B.S. in Engineering

Job description

Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.

Direct message the job poster from EVONA

Space Technical Recruiter @ EVONA | 100+ engineers placed into pioneering space companies across the US | Helping scale mission-critical teams

Our client is an innovative leader dedicated to providing clean, plug-and-play power solutions for use across space and terrestrial markets.

This forward-thinking organization is seeking talented, purpose-driven professionals who thrive in a dynamic startup environment. Team members will have the opportunity to directly impact groundbreaking technological advancements that support missions on Earth and beyond.

This is an exceptional opportunity to join a mission-focused organization as the VP of Engineering. In this role, you will lead the Engineering Department and play a critical part in advancing technologies to market. Reporting to the Chief Product Officer, the VP of Engineering will oversee the development, scaling, and deployment of state-of-the-art energy technologies. This leadership role includes technical program performance, team management, resource allocation, and stakeholder engagement.

Responsibilities

• Drive engineering and design initiatives to deliver on existing orders and scale manufacturing capabilities.
• Act as the Design Authority or delegate this responsibility for all design projects.
• Build and lead a multidisciplinary Engineering Team, including specialists in mechanical analysis and design, fuel design, radiochemistry, process engineering, and nuclear engineering.
• Collaborate with project managers to achieve technical and business goals on current programs.
• Champion the development of innovative nuclear technologies and concepts while pursuing funding for R&D activities.
• Lead or support technical proposals in response to new business opportunities.
• Cultivate strong relationships with key customer stakeholders.
• Establish and refine engineering procedures, quality assurance policies, and team requirements.
• Manage technical work estimates, schedules, and deliverables while ensuring progress meets expectations.
• Address technical and programmatic challenges, maintaining a focus on successful outcomes.
• Provide regular updates to the executive team on technical execution and team performance.

Qualifications and Skills

• B.S. or higher in an engineering discipline from an accredited university, with over 12 years of relevant experience and at least 7 years in engineering leadership roles.
• Extensive expertise in engineering principles, project management, and team leadership.
• Experience in nuclear design or space product design is strongly preferred.
• Comprehensive understanding of first-of-a-kind design life cycles, regulatory considerations, and analysis methodologies.
• Broad knowledge of engineering disciplines, including mechanical, thermal, structural, systems, nuclear, and chemistry.
• Proven ability to lead technical teams and communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Comfortable working in high-pressure, uncertain environments with tight deadlines.

This is a unique opportunity to lead an exceptional team at the forefront of clean energy technology. If you are an innovative leader passionate about advancing groundbreaking engineering solutions, we encourage you to apply.

Apply to find out more!

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Director

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering, Design, and Management

• Industries

  Defense and Space Manufacturing, Space Research and Technology, and Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing

Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at EVONA by 2x

Sign in to set job alerts for “Vice President of Engineering” roles.

Seattle, WA $240,000.00-$300,000.00 1 day ago

Vice President, Professional Engineering Services

Bellevue, WA $115,000.00-$125,000.00 2 weeks ago

Bellevue, WA $115,000.00-$125,000.00 2 weeks ago

Director of Engineering | Escala Condominiums

Seattle, WA $125,000.00-$140,000.00 2 weeks ago

Director of Engineering - Dual Property, EVEN Hotel & Staybridge Suites Seattle Downtown

Mukilteo, WA $275,000.00-$325,000.00 2 weeks ago

Bothell, WA $139,300.00-$222,800.00 1 week ago

Vice President, Core Product Services Engineering

Seattle, WA $240,000.00-$300,000.00 4 weeks ago

Director of Engineering - Developer Platform - Hybrid - Seattle

Director of Engineering, Google Compute Engine, Core Virtualization

Seattle, WA $217,600.00-$374,000.00 2 weeks ago

Director of Engineering, BigQuery Streaming, Data Analytics

Director of Engineering, BigQuery Streaming, Data Analytics

Assistant Vice President, Ports and Marine Engineering

Senior Director, Site Reliability & Platform Engineering

Director, Research Engineering - CoCounsel For Tax

Assistant Vice President, Ports and Marine Engineering

Vice President of Sales – HiTech Business

Greater Seattle Area $225,000.00-$300,000.00 2 weeks ago

We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.