Director, Design Engineering Position Available In Greenville, South Carolina

Director, Design Engineering
Job
Overview

LOCATION

United States, Greenville, South Carolina

JOB SKILLS

Engineering and Project Management
TYPE
Contract
JOB ID
162888
SALARY
Negotiable
Stephen Steffens
I manage this role
Our client is proud to design and build projects and careers. They are committed to fostering a welcoming and collaborative work environment that encourages big-picture thinking, brings out the best in their personnel, and helps them develop innovative solutions that contribute to building a better world together. If this sounds like a culture you would like to work in, you are invited to apply for this role.

Position Summary:

We are seeking a visionary and strategic Director of Design Engineering to lead our multidisciplinary design engineering team. This role is responsible for driving innovation, ensuring design excellence, and delivering high-quality, manufacturable products that meet customer needs and business goals. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in mechanical, electrical, or systems engineering, combined with a passion for leadership, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities:

Leadership & Strategy
Lead and mentor a team of design engineers across multiple disciplines.
Define and execute the design engineering strategy aligned with company goals.
Foster a culture of innovation, accountability, and technical excellence.
Project Oversight
Oversee the design and development of new products from concept through production.
Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and meet performance and quality standards.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including product management, manufacturing, quality, and supply chain.
Technical Excellence
Drive best practices in design processes, tools, and methodologies (e.g., DFM, DFA, FMEA, CAD/CAE).
Review and approve technical documentation, drawings, and specifications.
Stay current with emerging technologies and industry trends.
Process Improvement
Continuously improve design workflows and engineering standards.
Implement metrics to track team performance and product quality.
Champion the use of simulation, prototyping, and testing to validate designs.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Systems Engineering (or related field).
10+ years of experience in design engineering, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
Proven track record of leading complex product development projects.
Strong knowledge of CAD tools (e.g., SolidWorks, Creo, AutoCAD) and PLM systems.
Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
Experience in regulated industries (e.g., medical devices, aerospace, automotive) is a plus.
TRS Staffing Solutions are an equal opportunities employer, and we welcome you to provide OFCCP data voluntarily We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; age; sex; sexual orientation; gender identity; religion; national origin; disability; veteran status; genetic information; or any other criteria protected by governing law.