Vice President, Engineering

At AriensCo, we build more than exceptional products - we create opportunities that impact careers. Our culture values innovative thinking, hard work and determination. We interact in teams, collaborate together and make decisions quickly.

We see growth potential in every team member, and are committed to supporting our employees with continuous training and advancement opportunities.

Our environment? We're corporate, without being "corporate." Whether you work at our headquarters, manufacturing facilities, or one of our global distribution businesses, you'll always have the freedom to create and contribute. Our company vision is "Passionate People, Astounded Customers." Quite simply: it revolves around people

Speaking of people, you're not just employee #1,762 to us. You're family and your role is invaluable. Without exceptional people, we can't continue to produce the amazing products we're known for around the world.

Ready for the ride of your career? Then come join us. By joining our team, you'll have the opportunity to work in a rewarding workplace with a strong sense of community.

re you ready to lead innovation and shape the future of engineering? At AriensCo, we're looking for a dynamic leader to drive high-performing engineering teams across multiple product categories. In this role, you'll oversee new product development and sustaining initiatives, champion platform strategies, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to align engineering priorities with business goals. If you're passionate about electrification, automation, and digital integration-and ready to make a strategic impact-this is your opportunity to lead with purpose and precision.

THE DAY TO DAY...

• Lead and develop high-performing engineering teams across multiple product categories

• Oversee the execution of new product development (NPD) and sustaining engineering initiatives

• Ensure adherence to the Ariens Co Product Development process, engineering standards, design validation (V&V), and Quality Operating System

• Collaborate with cross-functional leaders in Sales, Marketing, Quality, Product Management, Operations, and Supply Chain to align engineering priorities with business objectives

• Champion platform strategies and subsystem reuse to drive efficiency and scalability

• Serve as a key contributor to the Technical Council and design standards governance

• Support strategic initiatives such as electrification, automation, and digital integration

• Manage engineering budgets and resource capacity planning

• Ensure compliance with relevant industry standards, certifications, and best practices

THE QUALIFICATIONS...

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (B. S.) from a four-year accredited institution with a focus being relevant to the key responsibilities outlined above

• Master's degree in Engineering, or a related field preferred

• A minimum of 15 years of progressive engineering leadership experience, preferably in manufacturing or vehicle systems

• Proven track record of leading complex engineering programs and cross-functional teams

• Strong understanding of product lifecycle management, systems engineering, and quality systems

• Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills

Since 1933, the AriensCo name has been associated with reliable, durably crafted, high-performance outdoor power equipment. Our core values - Be Honest, Be Fair, Respect the Individual, Keep our Commitments, and Encourage Intellectual Curiosity define our culture and inspire our team. We believe passionate people and astounded customers lead to unstoppable success.

Our employees' quality of life is important to us. When people feel appreciated, respected and supported, careers thrive and ideas come to fruition. AriensCo employees are provided various great benefit opportunities which may include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance effective first day of employment
• Onsite health clinic with Bellin Health
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) and profit-sharing plans
• Bonus Programs
• Accident and Critical Illness Insurance
• Paid vacation, holidays and leave programs
• Flexible spending account (FSA) plan
• Voluntary wellness program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Gym discount membership program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Safety shoes and safety prescription glasses reimbursement
• Apprenticeship opportunities
• Cross-training and job rotation opportunities
• Career paths
• Ongoing development through the Ariens Academy
• Kaizen Events - continuous improvement
• Ability to win products
• Daycare facility in Brillion, WI

The concept of diversity is important to us at AriensCo. That's why we've created a culture that is inclusive, accepting and understanding. We embrace diversity among our partners, suppliers and employees. We also strive for diversity in the quality of our ideas. Inclusion and acceptance means that, regardless of who you are, you will always be standing on our welcome mat.

AriensCo is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and steadfastly committed to hiring and selecting the most qualified candidate for any open position. It is the policy of AriensCo to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Providing our employees with an environment free of discrimination and harassment is something we take very seriously. Embracing diversity enables us to attract the best qualified talent, foster productive teamwork, and expand our business opportunities.