TekPro · 2 weeks ago
Director of Engineering
Rochester, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$120K/yr - $150K/yrTekPro Engineering is partnered with a world-class precision manufacturing organization in the Rochester, NY area that produces high-precision machined components for demanding, quality-critical industries. The Director of Engineering is a senior leadership position responsible for bridging the gap between executive leadership and the engineering organization, providing leadership and mentorship to the engineering team while optimizing manufacturing processes.
Staffing & Recruiting
Hiring Manager
Nico Conwi
Responsibilities
Serve as the link between the executive leadership team and the engineering organization
Provide leadership, mentorship, and structure to an engineering team of 8–10 engineers
Approximately 6–8 Manufacturing Engineers
2 Process Engineers
Support and oversee quoting of new jobs, including customer requirements review, process planning, and cost modeling
Optimize CNC programming strategies and manufacturing processes to drive cost reduction and cycle time improvements
Ensure engineering resources are aligned with business priorities and production demands
Support development, standardization, and continuous improvement of engineering processes
Partner closely with Quality, Operations, and Leadership to ensure engineering decisions support overall business objectives
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Engineering is required
Extensive background in machined components and CNC manufacturing
Strong, hands-on understanding of CNC programming and process engineering
Proven experience leading engineering teams in a precision machining environment
Ability to communicate effectively at both the executive and shop-floor levels
Strong business acumen related to quoting, cost control, and operational efficiency
Company
TekPro
TekPro is a Chicago-based search firm specializing in professional and technical hires for complex manufacturing operations and engineering firms across the United States.
Founded in 2020
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase