Job ID: CC923499319
Location: Houston, TX
Category: Executive & Management
Employment Type: Permanent
Date Added: 03/25/2026
Vice President of Engineering | Up to 250k | Direct Hire | South of Houston
What Matters Most:
• Executive-level leadership role with direct impact across multiple facilities
• Opportunity to standardize engineering and maintenance practices nationwide
• High visibility position driving operational efficiency, safety, and scalability
• Travel-based role (30–50%) supporting multiple U.S. locations
• Work within a growing organization focused on performance, reliability, and continuous improvement
• Opportunity to standardize engineering and maintenance practices nationwide
• High visibility position driving operational efficiency, safety, and scalability
• Travel-based role (30–50%) supporting multiple U.S. locations
• Work within a growing organization focused on performance, reliability, and continuous improvement
Job Description:
An established organization is seeking a Vice President of Engineering to lead engineering and maintenance functions across a multi-site manufacturing and distribution network. This role is responsible for improving operational performance through process optimization, equipment reliability, and strategic capital investments. The ideal candidate will bring a balance of leadership and technical depth, with the ability to guide teams while remaining engaged in complex engineering challenges when needed.
Responsibilities:
• Provide leadership and direction for engineering and maintenance teams across multiple locations
• Identify and implement improvements that enhance productivity, efficiency, and operational performance
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, uptime, and cost reduction
• Oversee maintenance programs, ensuring effective planning, execution, and equipment reliability
• Support complex technical issues through hands-on problem-solving and root cause analysis
• Lead capital projects including equipment upgrades, facility improvements, and process enhancements
• Identify and implement improvements that enhance productivity, efficiency, and operational performance
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, uptime, and cost reduction
• Oversee maintenance programs, ensuring effective planning, execution, and equipment reliability
• Support complex technical issues through hands-on problem-solving and root cause analysis
• Lead capital projects including equipment upgrades, facility improvements, and process enhancements
Qualifications and Requirements:
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, Manufacturing, or related field)
• 12+ years of progressive engineering leadership experience in manufacturing or distribution environments
• Proven experience managing maintenance teams including skilled trades and technical personnel
• Strong understanding of mechanical and electrical systems, automation, and industrial equipment
• Experience driving process improvements, reliability initiatives, and operational efficiencies
• Ability to travel 30–50% across multiple U.S. facilities
• 12+ years of progressive engineering leadership experience in manufacturing or distribution environments
• Proven experience managing maintenance teams including skilled trades and technical personnel
• Strong understanding of mechanical and electrical systems, automation, and industrial equipment
• Experience driving process improvements, reliability initiatives, and operational efficiencies
• Ability to travel 30–50% across multiple U.S. facilities
Benefits and Perks:
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid time off and company-supported benefits programs
• Opportunity to lead large-scale operational improvements and influence long-term strategy
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid time off and company-supported benefits programs
• Opportunity to lead large-scale operational improvements and influence long-term strategy
Your New Organization:
This organization operates across multiple locations in the U.S., supporting manufacturing and distribution operations with a strong focus on safety, efficiency, and continuous improvement. The company values leadership, accountability, and technical excellence, offering an environment where experienced professionals can make a measurable impact.
Your Career Partner:
The Reserves Network, a veteran-founded and family-owned company, specializes in connecting exceptional talent with rewarding opportunities. With extensive industry experience, we are dedicated to helping you achieve your professional goals and shine in your field. The Reserves Network values diversity and encourages applicants from all backgrounds to apply. As an equal opportunity employer, we foster an environment of respect, integrity, and trust in every aspect of employment.
