Director of Engineering – R&D – Manufacturing

Salary $140,000 - $160,000 + Bonus + Benefits + Paid Relocation to the Mid-South

As Director of Engineering, you will lead the innovation and technology development and oversee cross-functional engineering teams, drive the design and launch of advanced technologies such as electronic controls, motors, materials and mechanical systems. You’ll ensure products meet the highest standards for quality, cost-effectiveness, and timely delivery.

As the Director of Engineering, your main focus will be to:

  • Oversee Research and Development team specializing in different modalities such as controls, motors and mechanical design
  • Responsible for driving innovation and managing projects related to electromechanical devices.

Minimum requirements for this Director of Engineering position:

  • BSEE, BSME or other related technical degrees required
  • Required Consumer Goods manufacturing experience
  • Strong background in electronics (including motor controls, lighting, loT, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth) and experience with consumer goods
  • At least 5 years minimum as an Engineering Manager focused on new product development with a minimum of 10 years engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.

About Austin Allen Company - Professional Recruitment

Professional and Executive Recruitment Since 1973 Manufacturing recruiters, Distribution Recruiters & Engineering Recruiters The Austin Allen Company has successfully partnered with Companies and Individuals in professional recruitment for over 40 years. We consistently rank in the top 5% in a network of over 300 national recruiting firms. Austin Allen prides itself in providing the absolute best in recruiting services and customer satisfaction. We have successfully assisted both Fortune 500 companies and small to medium size companies locate those employees who make a positive impact on the bottom line. We offer both Permanent Placement and Contract Services and serve as a respected manufacturing recruiter and engineering recruiter in the manufacturing and distribution industry. INDUSTRIES WE HAVE SUCCESSFULLY RECRUITED FOR: * Appliances * Automotive * Chemicals * Computers * Consumer Products * Distribution * Electronics * Electro / Mechanical * Energy * Metal Working * Machinery * Oil & Gas * Plastics * Pulp & Paper * Refinery * Wood AREAS WE SPECIALIZE IN FINDING JOBS AND CANDIDATES FOR: · Engineering (ChE, Civil, IE, ME, EE, Manuf. Eng, Quality) · Human Resources · Manufacturing Management · Materials, Purchasing & Supply Chain · Six Sigma Professionals · Environmental, Health and Safety · Accounting – Controllers, Cost, General · Distribution Managers and Supervisors · Executive and Director Level Management National and professional manufacturing recruiter / engineering recruiter, with jobs nationwide, including: Memphis, TN Nashville, TN Charlotte, NC Atlanta, GA Houston, TX Jackson, MS Baton Rouge, LA Indianapolis, IN Chicago, IL * Manufacturing recruiter * National recruitment agencies * Manufacturing engineering jobs * Top executive search firms * Engineering recruiters * Professional recruitment

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May 07, 2026

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Apr 07, 2026

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