Director of Engineering

Advastar, Inc

Director of Engineering

Overland Park, KS
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    DIRECT HIRE | DIRECTOR OF ENGINEERING | Kansas City |

    Join a fast-growing, industrial solutions provider as a Director of Engineering. Lead a multi-disciplinary team through a transformative phase, integrating cutting-edge automation and mechanical systems (aiming for 3x growth over next 5 years). This is a high-impact role for a strategic leader ready to shape the future of a $160M platform.

    Anticipated Pay/Benefits: 

    • Base Salary: $180K-$220K
    • Bonus: 5-10% of base salary (tied to performance/EBITDA)
    • Comprehensive benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with match, PTO, professional development, and more.

    Responsibilities: 

    • Unify engineering teams across multiple sites, driving standardization and scalability.
    • Develop a configurable product platform blending mechanical and controls automation.
    • Oversee R&D for next-gen systems, improving margins and lead times.
    • Partner with operations and sales to enhance throughput and customer ROI.
    • Build a high-performing culture focused on innovation and accountability.

    Qualifications: 

    • Bachelors Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (or similar)
    • 10+ years of engineering leadership in manufacturing or OEM settings.
    • Strong controls engineering expertise (e.g., Rockwell, Ignition).
    • Proven success scaling teams or integrating acquisitions.
    • Strategic thinker with a sense of urgency and problem-solving drive.

    EEO

  • Compensation
    $180,000-$220,000 per year