About this role
# Vice President of Engineering
Company: PrideStaff (Hiring on behalf of a premier manufacturing client) Location: Crawfordville, FL Employment Type: Full-Time, Direct Hire Compensation: $120,000 – $150,000/year + Benefits
Position Overview
PrideStaff has been retained by an established custom manufacturing leader in the Crawfordville/Tallahassee area to recruit a Vice President of Engineering .
This executive role leads a multidisciplinary team (Mechanical, Electrical, and Manufacturing) driving product innovation, regulatory compliance, and manufacturing excellence for specialized electromechanical systems.
Key Responsibilities
Team Leadership: Direct, mentor, and grow the engineering organization across mechanical, electrical/controls, and manufacturing disciplines.
Product Development: Lead the product lifecycle from initial concept and design through commercial manufacturing, balancing innovation, aesthetics, and cost.
Manufacturing Alignment: Drive Design for Manufacturability (DFM), Value Engineering (VAVE), and continuous improvement initiatives alongside plant operations.
Controls & Electrical Systems: Oversee architecture for PLC-based automation, safety circuits, VFDs, and motor controls.
Code & Regulatory Compliance: Ensure designs meet relevant safety standards, machinery codes (e.g., ASME/CSA), and state/local regulatory requirements.
Field Support & Quality: Partner with field service and quality teams to execute root cause analysis and reduce warranty claims.
Qualifications
Required:
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Controls Engineering (or related discipline).
10+ years of progressive engineering experience, with 5+ years managing teams in a manufacturing environment.
Proven track record leading new product development (NPD) and cross-functional teams.
Strong background in Lean manufacturing, DFM, and quality systems.
Excellent communication, mentorship, and executive leadership skills.
Preferred:
Experience with vertical transportation, lifting systems, motion controls, or related equipment.
Familiarity with machinery safety codes (e.g., ASME A17.1 / CSA B44 or similar).
Hands-on knowledge of PLCs, VFDs, and automated safety circuits.
Benefits
Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision coverage
401(k) with company match
Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays
Relocation assistance available for qualified candidates
PrideStaff is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Compensation / Pay Rate (Up to): $120,000.00 - $150,000.00 Per Year