VP of Engineering

Homewood - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 22-09-2025

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Are you a strategic technology leader passionate about innovation manufacturing excellence and leading high-impact teams

Were looking for a Vice President of Engineering to join our leadership team in Homewood Alabama and drive the next era of product innovation smart manufacturing and post-sale service transformation.

Job Summary:

The Vice President of Engineering is a strategic and innovative leader responsible for driving the development implementation and continuous advancement of technology solutions that fuel product innovation enhance manufacturing efficiency and elevate post-sale service capabilities. This executive plays a critical role in aligning the companys technology strategy with business objectivesensuring long-term competitive advantage through cutting-edge manufacturing processes scalable product platforms and world-class service technologies.

Key Responsibilities:

Product & Customer Issue Management

Lead cross-functional response to customer product issues including root cause analysis resolution strategies and legal reviews.
Manage NHTSA campaign reporting and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.

Product Development & Lifecycle

Oversee the New Product Introduction (NPI) process and project management including quarterly FS reporting and patent activity.
Drive product design optimization consolidation and innovation through advanced R&D and testing capabilities.

Corporate Engineering Leadership

Establish and manage corporate engineering knowledge systems and training programs.
Oversee test lab product validation systems and best-practice documentation.
Champion Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DFMA) principles across the organization.

Manufacturing Innovation & Council Leadership

Lead the Manufacturing Council and drive the Factory of the Future initiatives including:

Product manufacturing site strategy
Automation and robotics roadmap
Design for robotic manufacturing
Additive manufacturing and laser welding technology implementation

Supply Chain & Outsourcing Support

Manage product-related supply chain issues with a focus on root cause analysis and resolution.
Provide strategic oversight for product production outsourcing and vendor collaboration.

Engineering Processes & Tools

Collaborate with business units on engineering tools processes and systems development.
Lead enterprise-wide implementation of ECR/ECO processes and change management tools.
Provide technical engineering support for all operations related to NPI efforts.

Standardization & Best Practice Sharing

Identify and standardize best practices across brand product lines to drive cost reduction through design and process improvements.

People Leadership & Project Execution

Mentor develop and conduct performance reviews for engineering and technical teams.
Track progress of major projects ensure adherence to commercialization timelines and motivate teams to achieve milestones.
Serve as a key liaison across R&D engineering IT operations and customer service teams.
Travel as required to manage projects and support on-site implementation.

Qualifications:

Bachelors degree in engineering Computer Science or related field required; Masters or MBA strongly preferred.
15 years of progressive engineering and technology leadership experience including:

10 years in manufacturing environment
5 years of direct people management experience

Demonstrated experience managing external engineering resources and integrating global teams.
Proven success in launching new products annually setting strategic priorities and executing long-range product development plans.
Experience overseeing complex multi-million-dollar programs delivered on time and within budget.
Strong background in lean manufacturing Six Sigma 80/20 and continuous improvement initiatives.
Deep understanding of digital manufacturing Industry 4.0 and service lifecycle management (SLM).
Track record of motivating high-performing teams in matrixed and multi-site environments.
Excellent business acumen communication and stakeholder management skills.
Automotive or truck industry experience is a strong plus.
Ability to travel as needed to facilities and customer locations.

Truck Bodies & Equipment International (TBEI) a subsidiary of Federal Signal Corporation encompasses thirteen leading brands of dump bodies end-dump trailers landscape bodies containers roll-off systems truck bodies platforms hoists and truck and trailer equipment and accessories. Check us out at .

Federal Signal Corporation (NYSE: FSS) builds and delivers equipment of unmatched quality that moves material cleans infrastructure and protects the communities where we work and live. Founded in 1901 Federal Signal is a leading global designer and manufacturer of products and total solutions that serve municipal governmental industrial and commercial customers. Headquartered in Downers Grove IL with manufacturing facilities worldwide the Company operates two groups: Environment Solutions and Safety and Security Systems. For more information on Federal Signal visit: .

The Company is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will not be discriminated against on the basis of and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion national origin sex sexual orientation gender identity age disability genetic information status as a protected veteran or any other protected category characteristic or trait under applicable law.

Required Experience:

Exec

Are you a strategic technology leader passionate about innovation manufacturing excellence and leading high-impact teamsWere looking for a Vice President of Engineering to join our leadership team in Homewood Alabama and drive the next era of product innovation smart manufacturing and post-sale serv...

Are you a strategic technology leader passionate about innovation manufacturing excellence and leading high-impact teams

Were looking for a Vice President of Engineering to join our leadership team in Homewood Alabama and drive the next era of product innovation smart manufacturing and post-sale service transformation.

Job Summary:

Key Responsibilities:

Product & Customer Issue Management

Lead cross-functional response to customer product issues including root cause analysis resolution strategies and legal reviews.
Manage NHTSA campaign reporting and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.

Product Development & Lifecycle

Oversee the New Product Introduction (NPI) process and project management including quarterly FS reporting and patent activity.
Drive product design optimization consolidation and innovation through advanced R&D and testing capabilities.

Corporate Engineering Leadership

Establish and manage corporate engineering knowledge systems and training programs.
Oversee test lab product validation systems and best-practice documentation.
Champion Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DFMA) principles across the organization.

Manufacturing Innovation & Council Leadership

Lead the Manufacturing Council and drive the Factory of the Future initiatives including:

Product manufacturing site strategy
Automation and robotics roadmap
Design for robotic manufacturing
Additive manufacturing and laser welding technology implementation

Supply Chain & Outsourcing Support

Manage product-related supply chain issues with a focus on root cause analysis and resolution.
Provide strategic oversight for product production outsourcing and vendor collaboration.

Engineering Processes & Tools

Collaborate with business units on engineering tools processes and systems development.
Lead enterprise-wide implementation of ECR/ECO processes and change management tools.
Provide technical engineering support for all operations related to NPI efforts.

Standardization & Best Practice Sharing

Identify and standardize best practices across brand product lines to drive cost reduction through design and process improvements.

People Leadership & Project Execution

Mentor develop and conduct performance reviews for engineering and technical teams.
Track progress of major projects ensure adherence to commercialization timelines and motivate teams to achieve milestones.
Serve as a key liaison across R&D engineering IT operations and customer service teams.
Travel as required to manage projects and support on-site implementation.

Qualifications:

Bachelors degree in engineering Computer Science or related field required; Masters or MBA strongly preferred.
15 years of progressive engineering and technology leadership experience including:

10 years in manufacturing environment
5 years of direct people management experience

Demonstrated experience managing external engineering resources and integrating global teams.
Proven success in launching new products annually setting strategic priorities and executing long-range product development plans.
Experience overseeing complex multi-million-dollar programs delivered on time and within budget.
Strong background in lean manufacturing Six Sigma 80/20 and continuous improvement initiatives.
Deep understanding of digital manufacturing Industry 4.0 and service lifecycle management (SLM).
Track record of motivating high-performing teams in matrixed and multi-site environments.
Excellent business acumen communication and stakeholder management skills.
Automotive or truck industry experience is a strong plus.
Ability to travel as needed to facilities and customer locations.

Required Experience:

Exec

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Federal Signal Corporation (NYSE: FSS) provides products and services to protect people and our planet. Founded in 1901, Federal Signal is a leading global designer and manufacturer of products and total solutions that serve municipal, governmental, industrial and commercial customers ... View more

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