Director of Technical Accounts

Director of Technical Accounts Leoforce•3.0 St. Louis, MO Job Details $145,000•$175,000 a year 1 day ago Benefits Health savings account Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance 401(k) matching Life insurance Qualifications Customer communication Resource allocation (project management tasks) Circuit design Coaching Talent management Talent development Performance management System design for system development Team development Hiring Managing engineering teams Electrical engineering training Design engineering Leading team collaboration initiatives Manufacturing company experience Senior leadership

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$145,000•$175,000 per year Job Details•What You'll Do In your first phase as

Director of Technical Accounts:

Serve as the primary technical bridge between key customers and internal engineering teams Engage with client engineering teams early in the design phase to influence product architecture Translate customer requirements into actionable specs, prototypes, and production-ready solutions Identify new business opportunities within existing accounts and help drive revenue growth Lead troubleshooting of critical technical issues during development and post-sales As you transition into

Director of Engineering:

Own and lead the cross-functional engineering organization: EE, firmware, ME, test, and PM Define and execute an engineering strategy that supports business growth and product excellence Recruit, develop, and retain top-tier engineering talent Lead technical reviews, set project priorities, and drive process and technology improvements Partner with executive leadership to align engineering capabilities with company strategy What You Bring 15+ years of engineering experience, primarily in hardware product development Deep expertise in electrical design and high-volume manufacturing; electro-mechanical systems (motors, motor control) a strong plus 5+ years in customer-facing roles: Technical Account Management, Field Applications Engineering, or Technical Sales — specifically within product development environments 5+ years leading engineering teams — hiring, coaching, performance management, resource planning Strong command of electronic hardware, circuits, and electrical systems design Exceptional communication skills; equally comfortable in a design review and a client boardroom Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field Nice to Have Background in consumer electronics, fitness equipment, or similar electro-mechanical products Experience designing products for manufacturing at volumes of 1,000-10,000 units annually Prior experience building or scaling an engineering team from the ground up A bit about us:•Our client is an established, growth-oriented product design and engineering firm specializing in advanced electro-mechanical and electronics solutions for leading consumer brands. They are on a deliberate growth trajectory and are making a strategic leadership hire to help build the next chapter of their engineering organization. This is not a typical job opening. The initial title is Director of Technical Accounts — a purposeful on-ramp designed to immerse you in the company's key customer relationships, product lines, and engineering culture. Within a defined timeframe, you will be promoted to Director of Engineering and step into full ownership of a cross-functional team that includes electrical engineers, firmware engineers, mechanical engineers, test technicians, and project managers. Why join us?•

Why This Role Stands Out:

Clear, Committed Promotion Path. The Director of Engineering title isn't a maybe — it's the plan. The initial title exists to set you up for success, not to delay your career. Real Ownership. You won't be inheriting a rigid org with everything already decided. You'll have the authority and latitude to shape the engineering culture and build something lasting. Interesting Work. Complex, high-stakes product development for name-brand customers in a demanding category. No two projects are the same. Competitive Compensation. Strong base salary with performance bonus, structured to reflect both your entry role and your trajectory. Stable Foundation. An established company with real customers, proven products, and the financial stability to invest in growing its engineering team the right way.

Key Perks:

Competitive salary Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage 401(k) with company matching Company-paid life insurance Short•and long-term disability insurance Flexible Spending Account (FSA) / Health Savings Account (HSA) Generous paid time off Employee Assistance Program (EAP) #engineering #embedded-systems #electrical-engineering #altium #people-management #motor-control #embedded-firmware #schematic-design #eagle #technical-account-management #brushless-motors #engineering-team-leadership #electronic-hardware-design #customer-facing-engineering #tier1