Head of Engineering

Full-Time

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On-Site

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California, United States

Voltify develops battery locomotives with autonomous fast-charging technology through a microgrid network to decarbonize freight rail. The company has secured over $30M in funding and maintains contingent orders exceeding $50M from major rail operators.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and expand an engineering team from 10 to 30 members
  • Oversee development and testing timelines for commercial delivery
  • Coordinate hardware, electrical, and software integration across teams
  • Implement agile/Scrum methodologies
  • Balance strategic vision with hands-on technical execution
  • Cultivate supplier partnerships
  • Present technological developments to customers and investors

Required Qualifications

  • Experience leading development from concept in electric vehicle sectors
  • Demonstrated agile project management expertise
  • Ability to transition between strategic and tactical engineering roles
  • Track record managing small teams delivering complex projects end-to-end
  • Strong emotional intelligence and team management capabilities
  • Experience with multidisciplinary, multicultural teams
  • Thriving in high-pressure environments

Preferred Qualifications

  • Background in high-power systems, power electronics, or mobile energy storage