VP of Engineering

Terrasmart Inc10 months ago
Cincinnati, OH, United States
Hybrid
Full-time
Junior Level (1-3 years)

Job Description

Position Overview

Terrasmart is the leading turn-key solution provider for solar mounting systems – designing, engineering, manufacturing, and installing solar mounting systems for commercial and utility scale projects. Specializing in ground mount, roof mount, and custom-designed specialty solar structures, we deliver best-in-class solar racking systems and project management capabilities.

As the Vice President of Engineering, you will lead and oversee the Engineering Division to drive sustained market growth and maintain our position as a national solar industry leader. You will work closely with Sales, Construction teams, and external customers to set departmental goals, manage P&L and financial performance, and execute both strategic and tactical initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

  • Responsibilities: Lead engineering teams in product development and R&D for solar solutions.
  • Responsibilities: Manage P&L and collaborate on financial planning with accounting and finance teams.
  • Responsibilities: Develop and implement growth initiatives aligned with short- and long-term sales projections.
  • Responsibilities: Oversee SIOP planning to balance safety, speed, cost, and quality.
  • Responsibilities: Build and mentor a high-performance engineering team under a shared vision.
  • Responsibilities: Drive continuous improvement and optimize manufacturing processes.
  • Responsibilities: Ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards.

Required Qualifications

  • Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Structural preferred)
  • Experience Required: 10+ years in product engineering/R&D, 5+ years leading engineering teams, and 3+ years in solar ground mount racking systems
  • Qualifications: Strong leadership, strategic thinking, continuous improvement, and technical proficiency with tools like CAD, Epicor, Salesforce, and Microsoft Office Suite

Preferred Qualifications

  • Certifications: P.E. preferred
  • *Sponsorship is not available for this opportunity*

Benefits & Perks

  • Benefits: Outstanding Employee Benefits Package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, STD/LTD, and 401(k) with company match
  • Meaningful work in the Renewable Energy Industry
  • Team-oriented culture
  • Opportunities for career development and advancement
  • Work/Life Balance

Required Skills

Continuous Improvement
Leadership
Product Development
Microsoft Office Suite
Epicor
Compliance
Team Mentoring
CAD
Salesforce
Strategic Planning
R&D Management
P&L Management