What are the responsibilities and job description for the VP of Engineering position at Terrasmart?
Terrasmart is the leading turn-key solution provider for solar mounting systems. We design, engineer, manufacture, and install solar mounting systems for commercial and utility scale projects. As a specialist in ground mount, roof mount, and custom designed specialty solar structures, we focus on providing best-in-class solar racking systems and project management capabilities to serve owners and integrators.
Terrasmart is an exciting and dynamic place to work, with a wide range of career opportunities. If you are looking to have a meaningful career with purpose, it's time to consider joining the Terrasmart team as the VP of Engineering!
Position Summary
The Vice President of Engineering leads and oversees the Engineering Division to drive sustained market growth and maintain our position as a national solar industry leader. This role fosters strong relationships with Sales, Construction teams, and external customers to ensure continuous value-driven growth for the division. Providing both strategic and tactical leadership, the VP establishes departmental goals, objectives, plans, and policies. Additionally, they are responsible for managing the division's P&L and financial performance.
Key Responsibilities
Physical Requirements
Integrity and excellence are at the heart of everything we do. Our focus is on hiring and developing the best talent available and creating a rewarding, challenging and safe workplace for everyone. We are a team-based organization. We listen carefully to our people and to our clients so we can build an organization that meets their needs and exceeds their expectations. We are committed to our customers and our employees and helping them grow to their fullest potential. Surpassing our competition has made us the industry leader; a position we will strive to enhance.
EEO and ADA
Terrasmart is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status or any other status protected by applicable law. Terrasmart complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and all applicable state or local laws and will consider reasonable accommodation measures that may be necessary for eligible applicants and employees. If you believe you need an accommodation, refer any such request to the Human Resources Department.
Terrasmart is an exciting and dynamic place to work, with a wide range of career opportunities. If you are looking to have a meaningful career with purpose, it's time to consider joining the Terrasmart team as the VP of Engineering!
Position Summary
The Vice President of Engineering leads and oversees the Engineering Division to drive sustained market growth and maintain our position as a national solar industry leader. This role fosters strong relationships with Sales, Construction teams, and external customers to ensure continuous value-driven growth for the division. Providing both strategic and tactical leadership, the VP establishes departmental goals, objectives, plans, and policies. Additionally, they are responsible for managing the division's P&L and financial performance.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead engineering teams in product development and R&D for solar solutions.
- Manage P&L and collaborate on financial planning with accounting and finance teams.
- Develop and implement growth initiatives aligned with short- and long-term sales projections.
- Oversee SIOP planning to balance safety, speed, cost, and quality.
- Build and mentor a high-performance engineering team under a shared vision.
- Drive continuous improvement and optimize manufacturing processes.
- Ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
- Education: Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Structural preferred).
- Experience: 10 years in product engineering/R&D, 5 years leading engineering teams, and 3 years engineering experience in Solar Ground Mount racking systems.
- Skills: Strong leadership, strategic thinking, continuous improvement, and technical proficiency with tools like CAD, Epicor, Salesforce, and Microsoft Office Suite.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to work on a computer for long periods, with occasional lifting (up to 20 lbs).
- Some travel required, including site visits.
- Outstanding Employee Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, STD/LTD, 401(k) with company match
- Meaningful Work in the Renewable Energy Industry
- Team-oriented culture
- Opportunities for career development and advancement
- Work/Life Balance
Integrity and excellence are at the heart of everything we do. Our focus is on hiring and developing the best talent available and creating a rewarding, challenging and safe workplace for everyone. We are a team-based organization. We listen carefully to our people and to our clients so we can build an organization that meets their needs and exceeds their expectations. We are committed to our customers and our employees and helping them grow to their fullest potential. Surpassing our competition has made us the industry leader; a position we will strive to enhance.
EEO and ADA
Terrasmart is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status or any other status protected by applicable law. Terrasmart complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and all applicable state or local laws and will consider reasonable accommodation measures that may be necessary for eligible applicants and employees. If you believe you need an accommodation, refer any such request to the Human Resources Department.
