GXO Logistics, Inc. · 9 hours ago
Vice President, Engineering Project Services
North Carolina, United States
Contract
Onsite
Director/Executive
15+ years expGXO Logistics, Inc. is a leading provider of cutting-edge supply chain solutions. As the Vice President of Engineering Project Services, you will provide strategic leadership for engineering teams, oversee project delivery, and ensure adherence to engineering standards while managing a portfolio of engineering projects across the Americas and APAC region.
LogisticsSupply Chain Management
Responsibilities
Own delivery of the engineering project portfolio and engineering projects services to the region, including supporting 30+ new site implementations and 100+ internal engineering projects annually
Ensure all projects meet contractual requirements and are delivered on time and within budget
Proactively manage portfolio risks, capacity constraints, and execution bottlenecks
Build and develop a strong talent pipeline across engineering, project management, and technical roles; drive hiring succession planning, coaching, and performance management
Set expectations for delivery excellence and accountability, fostering a culture of ownership, safety, and CI
Drive consistency in engineering project execution and ensure adherence to engineering standards
Partner with Delivery and Operations teams to support new site launches and operational readiness
Provide technical leadership for implementations, including equipment lifecycle planning and enablement
Direct installation, commissioning, and start‑up readiness for new equipment and automation technologies
Lead program management efforts with advanced technology vendors and strategic partners
Lead and mentor engineering and technical professionals, ensuring strong performance across all areas
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Industrial, Mechanical, or Electrical)
15+ years of experience providing team leadership for an organization of 10+ professionals
10+ years of experience in engineering, systems delivery, or large‑scale technical program leadership
5+ years Supply Chain or 3PL experience, consulting experience, or partnering with 3PLs on solution development
Results‑oriented leader with clear, effective communication skills that drive alignment, collaboration, and execution
Customer-oriented mindset, ensuring engineering solutions meet real-world needs for customers
Proven ability to lead, mentor, and scale high-performing engineering teams
Deep knowledge of distribution automation, material handling, robotics, and warehouse systems
Experience designing and commissioning GTP systems, conveyance sortation, AS/RS, robotics, and AMR/AGVs
Direct experience leading new warehouse facility startups both greenfield and brownfield scopes
Advanced proficiency in WMS system functionality, implementation and systems integration
Hands-on experience with deployment and testing of WES/WCS technologies
Experience with 3PL commercials, operations, and customer contractual requirements
Preferred
MBA or Master's Degree in Engineering
PMP or Prince 2 project management certifications
Strong financial acumen
Solutions design, pricing, and/or commercial sales experience in 3PL
Proven track record leading complex client implementations in contract logistics or warehousing
Professional experience working with a systems integrator (such as Dematic, Bastian, KPI, etc)
Familiarity with construction management, real estate development, and industrial real estate
Knowledge of Lean methodologies and proficiency with AutoCAD
Knowledge of advanced technologies and business processes within the 3PL industry
Benefits
Full health insurance (medical, dental and vision)
401(k)
Life insurance
Disability and more
Company
GXO Logistics, Inc.
Game-changing opportunities for our customers, employees and investors. Advanced automation that achieves logistics at full potential.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.68B2025-11-24Post Ipo Debt· $576.02M
2024-04-25Post Ipo Debt· $1.1B
2021-08-02IPO
Leadership Team
Malcolm Wilson
Chief Executive Officer
Nizar Trigui
Chief Technology Officer
Recent News
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