Vice President of Engineering,

VTK Elevator, a leading company in the elevator industry, is currently seeking an experienced Vice President of Engineering for North America based in Atlanta, GA. As a key technical and strategic leader, the VP of Engineering will drive innovation, operational excellence, and product development within the region. This role will oversee the Product Development Center (PDC) for North America and ensure alignment with global product and engineering strategies. We are looking for a highly experienced professional with a passion for engineering leadership and market-focused innovation to join our dynamic team.

The Vice President of Engineering will be responsible for developing and executing the North American engineering strategy to align with local and global objectives. This includes leading discussions on business planning, organizational change, and cultural development while actively contributing to global engineering strategies. The successful candidate will oversee the design, development, launch, and maintenance of new products through their lifecycle to ensure safety, manufacturability, serviceability, and compliance with regulations.

In addition to strategic leadership and product development management, this role will focus on operational excellence by implementing best-in-class engineering processes with continuous improvement in mind. The VP of Engineering will also play a crucial role in talent development by building high-performing teams that foster collaboration, innovation, and accountability. Strong collaboration across regions is essential to drive consistency, innovation, knowledge sharing, and ensure compliance with internal and external regulations.

This position offers a unique opportunity to lead engineering initiatives that directly influence growth and innovation in the North American market. If you are a dynamic leader with proven experience in engineering excellence who can deliver high-quality products that exceed customer expectations, we invite you to apply for this critical leadership role at VTK Elevator.

Ideal candidates should possess at least 15 years of engineering experience with a minimum of 10 years in senior leadership roles. A Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical or Industrial Engineering is required while a Master’s degree is preferred. Strong analytical thinking abilities along with advanced leadership skills are essential for this role. If you are ready to make an impact in the elevator industry by driving innovation and operational excellence as our Vice President of Engineering for North America, please click on the Apply Now button to submit your application today!

• At least 15 years of experience in engineering
• Minimum of 10 years in senior leadership roles
• Experience in elevator, manufacturing, or related industries preferred
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering (required)
• Master’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or related fields (preferred)
• Proven experience in new product development and service product lifecycles

• Develop and execute engineering strategy for North America
• Lead discussions on business planning and organizational change
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for successful product rollouts
• Develop best-in-class engineering processes with continuous improvement

• Advanced leadership skills
• Strategic planning capabilities
• Interpersonal and communication skills
• Proficiency in engineering software and tools
• Ability to work effectively in a global setting

Seniority Level: Executive Level

• Senior Leadership

Job Functions: Engineering

• Product Development
• Operations
• Leadership

Industries : Manufacturing

• Technology
• Engineering