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Director of Engineering

Ajulia Executive Search
Jackson, MS Full Time
POSTED ON 4/21/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/14/2025

Position Summary :

The Engineering Director - Polymers will lead the design, development, and production of advanced polymer and composite products. This role involves overseeing R&D projects and managing cross-functional teams (engineering, quality, production, logistics) to ensure successful product delivery. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in polymer engineering, leadership in large-scale projects, and a knack for driving innovation in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities :

  • The Engineering Director will lead complex polymer and composite projects from concept to delivery.
  • Serve as the subject matter expert on polymer production processes and industry best practices.
  • Develop project proposals, schedules, budgets, and ensure milestone delivery.
  • The Engineering Director will manage Integrated Product Teams (IPT) across engineering, program management, quality, logistics, and production.
  • Lead engineering teams and mentor junior engineers.
  • Oversee product and technical ownership, driving continuous improvement in design and production.
  • The Engineering Director will deliver technical reports, presentations, and proposals to internal and external stakeholders.

Qualifications :

  • The Engineering Director must hold a bachelor’s degree in Polymer Science, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or related fields (master’s preferred).
  • Must have 8 years of experience in polymer engineering composites with proven leadership in large-scale projects.
  • Expertise in polymer and composite materials design, fabrication, and testing.
  • The Engineering Director must have proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and project management tools (e.g., Microsoft Project, Deltek CostPoint).
  • U.S. Citizenship or Green Card required; must obtain a U.S. DoD Security Clearance.
  • Desired Skills :

  • The Engineering Director must have strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Hands-on experience in polymer manufacturing and technical support for composite production.
  • Ability to interpret complex engineering drawings, GD&T, and material specifications.
  • Experience leading R&D efforts and producing technical documentation.
  • The Engineering Director must be a proactive problem-solver with strong task prioritization and deadline management skills.
  • BENEFITS :

  • Medical Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Direct Hire
  • Paid time off
  • 130k-$150k / annum depending on skillset and qualifications
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