First Search Inc. is a leading company in the United States, dedicated to revolutionizing the engineering industry through innovative solutions and cutting-edge technology. Our mission is to drive growth and development by transitioning from R&D into Product Development and Commercialization. We pride ourselves on fostering a dynamic work culture that values passion, high performance, and collaboration among our team members.
We are currently seeking a Vice President of Engineering to join our executive team and lead our engineering department into the next phase of expansion. Reporting directly to the CEO, the selected candidate will oversee a passionate team of designers, analysts, engineers, technicians, machinists, and contractors in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate must possess both technical expertise in rotary/diesel engine development and people skills necessary for effective team management as we anticipate doubling our current engineering headcount of 20 over the next year.
Responsibilities for this role include driving engine and generator development programs, co-authoring technical papers and proposals, preparing for customer meetings, and providing oversight while maintaining technical direction for the team. Previous experience working with government agencies like DOE or DARPA is desirable, along with a background in power generation electronics. The successful candidate will also have prior success leading startups or small companies within manufacturing environments.
The ideal candidate will hold a BS in Mechanical Engineering, with an MSME or Ph.D. being preferred. Additionally, proficiency in software tools such as SolidWorks, Labview, Mastercam, Converge, Matlab, GT Suite, and ANSYS is required. If you are an experienced engineering professional with excellent team/people skills who thrives in a fast-moving environment where transformative innovation is key – we invite you to apply for this position as it offers an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact on an industry poised for change at multiple career levels within our organization.
Seniority Level: Executive Level
Job Functions: Engineering
Industries : Technology
