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Director Engineering Process

Vaco
$150,000.00 - $225,000.00 / yr
401(k), retirement plan
United States, Texas, Richardson
Feb 14, 2026
Title: Director of Engineering Process Type: Full-time W2 - NOT OFFERING SPONSORSHIP Location: Onsite in Richardson, TX Salary: $150,000 - 225,000 per year The Director Engineering Process is responsible for managing staff within the Process and Chemical Discipline. Manages career development for discipline staff while aligning capabilities to meet current and future market needs. Ensures the team meets task schedules, produces quality deliverables, and respects project budgets and earned value projections. Cooperates with and supports Project Management in achieving contracted deliverables and target profitability margins on projects. Manages the discipline budget. Adopts and promotes the company'scommitment to always provide a safe workplace that strives for an Incident and Injury Free environment where everyone goes home safe every day Ensures company safety policies and the Site Specific Plan are proactively communicated and consistently enforced on all projects Attracts and retains premier talent through recruiting, mentoring, training and other employee development activities Encourages and promotes an atmosphere of collaboration, creativity, ingenuity, progress, efficiency, and enthusiasm within the respective Discipline, including contributing to professional association workgroups, industry forums, and technical seminars and conferences Functions as a senior level client liaison, soliciting feedback from clients regarding team performance, potential projects, and other support needed. Through this process, establish strong client relationships in order to position the companyas the preferred partner for key clients Collaborates with Discipline Directors, Project Managers and Construction Managers to develop and integrate processes and procedures (Project Execution Systems) including Quality Management and Continuous Improvement Programs Supports development and effective use of Project Controls including budget and cost analysis, project scheduling, use of the Fee Development Guide (FDG), and Earned Value Analysis Accountable to the Director Design Operations for the Discipline Responsible for managing a multi office organization Responsible for providing a balance of support, guidance, empowerment and accountability of the department's staff Manages annual Forecast projections, financial performance assessment, and ongoing staffing and utilization forecasts Establishes and maintains a succession strategy for key positions including the Director in the discipline If a registered Professional Engineer, the Discipline Director is expected to serve as the Company's Engineer in Responsible Charge or qualifier (for purposes of acquiring and maintaining corporate licenses) in all jurisdictions in which he/she maintains a professional registration. The Discipline Director may also be required, as business needs dictate, to seek licensure in additional jurisdiction Other duties as assigned Minimum Required * Education: Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related field preferred * Professional Engineering (PE) License required * Nation Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying (NCEES) Record required * 7+ years of experience * 4+ years of Management experience * Experience in the role of Project Discipline Lead * Experience working directly with clients and internal team leads for active change management through all phases of project development * Experience in leading proposal development * Experience should include examples of promoting a strong Safety Culture, including incorporation of Safety in Design Preferred * Prior experience in Architectural or Structural Project Delivery Leadership role, including management * Prior experience in roles with primary function as a Design Engineer/Architect/Structural project lead for design or design-build project(s) for high-tech manufacturing or "clean" facilities, scope including all typical facility design disciplines (CSA, MEP, etc.) * Experience of minimum of two projects with at least $100M in COW for Engineering and Architectural/Structural Design services * Proven examples of at least two direct reports growing into new roles Ability to inspire, direct and manage others Ability to manage a multi office organization Able to manage discipline specific consultants as required by projects; developing master service agreements and scopes of work for project contracts Demonstrated ability managing at least five direct reports Strong Communication skills and inclusion of all Stakeholders in decision process Strong problem-solving and organizational skills Excellent general understanding of related engineering disciplines such as mechanical, electrical, process systems, automation, structural and architectural Excellent verbal and written communication skills Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual's skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco/Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company's 401(k) retirement plan. Additional disclaimer: Unless otherwise noted in the job description, the position Vaco/Highspring is filing for is occupied. Please note, however, that Vaco/Highspring is regularly asked to provide talent to other organizations. By submitting to this position, you are agreeing to be included in our talent pool for future hiring for similarly qualified positions. Submissions to this position are subject to the use of AI to perform preliminary candidate screenings, focused on ensuring minimum job requirements noted in the position are satisfied. 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Pay Transparency Notice Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco by Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to: the individual's skill sets, experience and training; licensure and certification requirements; office location and other geographic considerations; other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law, Vaco by Highspring believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.