VP of Engineering

Our client, a small but mighty manufacturing company specializing in heavy-hitting equipment in the radio and speaker technology industry, is looking for a Vice President of Engineering to lead their engineering, plant operations, QC, and maintenance teams.

Title: VP of Engineering

Location: South Side of Chicago, IL

Base Salary: $170-200k

Industry: Electrical Audio Products

Benefits: Vision, Medical, Dental, Profit Sharing

Why Join?

Exciting Projects - Work on cutting-edge products in a niche, high-impact industry.

Close-Knit Team - Collaborative culture where your leadership makes a real difference.

Career Growth - Clear path to executive-level advancement.

Exceptional Benefits - Health, dental, retirement, and profit-sharing.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead and oversee engineering, plant operations, quality control, and maintenance teams.

Drive product innovation and process optimization in manufacturing.

Ensure high-quality standards and compliance with industry regulations.

Manage budgeting, resource allocation, and operational efficiencies.

Foster a culture of collaboration, problem-solving, and continuous improvement.

Work cross-functionally with leadership to align engineering and production with business goals. What is Needed?

Degree in Engineering field

Experience in the audio, or related electronics industry

7 years experience in a management role

Ability to be an on-site employee Meet Your Recruiter

Erik Butzen

Technical Recruiter

Erik Butzen is a skilled and compassionate Senior Recruiter passionate about empowering individuals to advance in their careers. With two years of dedicated service at Sterling, Erik has already significantly impacted the organization's talent acquisition efforts.

Having honed his expertise over five years in the field of recruiting, Erik possesses a deep understanding of the industry's intricacies. His journey began with the desire to assist individuals in finding opportunities that would propel their professional growth forward.

As a Senior Recruiter, Erik takes great pride in his ability to help people make meaningful advancements in their careers. Whether it's guiding a candidate through the interview process, providing valuable insights into the job market, or matching the right talent with the perfect role, Erik is committed to positively impacting the lives of those he interacts with.

One of Erik's most valuable pieces of advice to both hiring managers and fellow recruiters is to ask a lot of questions. Understanding the needs and expectations of both candidates and employers is essential to finding the best fit for both parties.

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