GTI Fabrication · 1 day ago
Director of Engineering
Phoenix, AZ
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
15+ years expGTI Fabrication is seeking an experienced Director of Engineering to lead its multi-disciplinary engineering teams in the Phoenix/Goodyear, AZ area. This executive role involves overseeing R&D, new product development, and manufacturing engineering responsibilities while driving innovation and ensuring high performance across engineering disciplines.
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Responsibilities
Lead Multi-Disciplinary Teams: Provide leadership and mentorship to cross-functional engineering groups (mechanical, electrical, structural), including guiding engineering managers and individual contributors, to ensure high performance and collaboration. Foster a culture of technical excellence, accountability, and continuous learning across all engineering disciplines
Product Development & CAD Oversight: Oversee end-to-end product development using 3D CAD (SolidWorks) and related tools, ensuring robust design practices, accurate documentation, and effective design reviews. Champion best practices in CAD modeling, simulation, and product data management to optimize design quality and efficiency
Innovation & Standardization: Drive engineering innovation while implementing standardized processes and best practices across the department. Establish design guidelines (DFM/DFA) and engineering standards that improve product reliability and consistency, and spearhead continuous improvement initiatives in design and fabrication methods
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate closely with manufacturing, supply chain, quality, and operations teams to align engineering output with production capabilities and business needs. Work with peers in R&D, Quality, Supply Chain, and Operations to ensure seamless transitions from design to manufacturing, and to resolve issues rapidly during prototyping and production ramp-up
Budgeting & P&L Alignment: Develop and manage the engineering department’s budget, including headcount and project expenditures. Perform forecasting and resource planning to support current projects and future growth, while aligning engineering activities with the company’s P&L and strategic business objectives
Executive Engagement: Act as a key member of the leadership team, engaging with cross-functional executives in product management, operations, and finance. Partner with senior leadership to contribute to product roadmap planning, inform business strategy with technical insights, and ensure engineering initiatives support overall company goals
Project & Client Oversight: Provide technical oversight for large-scale industrial fabrication projects, ensuring on-time delivery of high-quality engineered solutions. Support programs serving critical sectors (e.g. defense, renewable energy, infrastructure) by ensuring designs meet rigorous industry standards, client requirements, and any applicable regulatory compliances. Lead risk assessments and design reviews for major projects, and interface with key clients or partners as needed to support successful project execution
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Manufacturing Engineering
15+ years of progressive engineering experience, including at least 5 years in a senior leadership role managing managers and large teams
Demonstrated success in delivering complex engineering projects and new products from concept through production
Broad knowledge across mechanical, electrical, and structural engineering disciplines
Industrial fabrication experience
Proficiency in 3D CAD software
Proven ability to build and develop high-performing, multidisciplinary engineering teams
Strong project management skills with a track record of delivering complex projects on time and within budget
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Demonstrated strategic thinking and innovation in an engineering leadership role
In-depth understanding of quality systems and regulatory standards relevant to manufacturing
Comfortable working with modern engineering and productivity tools
Preferred
Master's degree
Experience guiding teams in CAD modeling, engineering drawing standards, and using PDM/PLM systems
Knowledge of simulation tools (FEA, CFD) and design validation testing
Experience in leadership roles at large manufacturing or technology companies known for engineering excellence
Professional Engineer (PE) license, Project Management Professional (PMP), or other advanced engineering certifications
Formal training in management or executive leadership programs
Relevant security clearances (if working with defense projects)
Company
GTI Fabrication
GTI Fabrication designs and manufactures custom modular structures and container-based buildings.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Rich Stapleton
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