We are hiring at Valstone for a Director of Engineering to join our Process Automation Portfolio in North America!

We are seeking an experienced and visionary Director of Engineering to lead our Process Automation Portfolio. This key leadership role will drive innovation, oversee engineering projects, and guide our team in developing cutting-edge automation solutions for industrial processes. We value collaboration, inclusivity, and a results-driven mindset to support our mission of transforming industrial automation.

This position offers an exciting opportunity to shape the future of Valstone's Process Automation Portfolio. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in driving our growth and market leadership in this rapidly evolving industry

Here is a little window into our company: Valstone, part of Valsoft Corp, is a global provider of mission-critical software and integrated systems solutions to over 2000 clients operating in niche industrial sub-sectors, including agriculture, forestry, grain, heavy construction, recycling, and waste management. Our objective is to acquire, nurture, and grow industrial solutions to best service the specific needs of our customers in the niches we operate in. We are not a private equity firm. Rather, we focus on acquiring and creating value over the long haul in collaboration with existing management teams. Because we hold our acquisitions forever, we are committed to positioning our businesses for perpetual success.

Valstone offers Real Business Enhancing Solutions. Our companies offer real business-enhancing solutions which allow our clients to operate at a high level of efficiency. We do this by eliminating manual work and streamlining those tasks. We provide the necessary information needed to make crucial business decisions, and more importantly, we deliver real value to the products and services our clients provide to their customers. We believe that customers who use our software solutions add significantly more to their bottom line than would be possible without our solutions.

The successful candidate will live within commutable distance of our office in Milwaukee, working in a hybrid work model!

What Your Day Will Look Like:

Develop and implement engineering strategies aligned with business objectives
Anticipate industry trends and technological advancements to guide innovative solutions
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align technical goals with broader organizational and customer needs
Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing, diverse engineering team
Oversee the hiring, training, and professional development of engineering staff
Foster a culture of innovation, continuous improvement, inclusion, and technical excellence
Manage complex engineering projects from conception to implementation
Ensure project deliverables meet quality standards, timelines, and budget constraints
Coordinate with internal teams and external partners to ensure seamless project execution and client satisfaction
Provide technical leadership in control systems, SCADA, DCS, and MES
Drive the adoption of new technologies and methodologies in process automation
Oversee the development of robust, scalable, and efficient automation solutions that meet current and future needs
Establish key performance indicators for the engineering department
Monitor and optimize engineering processes for increased efficiency and effectiveness
Ensure compliance with industry standards, regulations, and safety requirements

About You:

At least a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, preferably in Control Systems, Electrical, or a related field
At least 10 years of experience in process automation, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role
Extensive knowledge of control systems, PLC programming, SCADA, and industrial networks
Proficiency in automation software and hardware platforms
Understanding of Industry 4.0 concepts and IoT applications in process automation
Proven track record of leading engineering teams and managing complex projects across multiple sites or regions
Strong strategic thinking and decision-making abilities
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and conflict resolution skills
Demonstrated ability to drive organizational change and foster innovation
Deep understanding of feed production processes, including raw material intake, dosing, grinding and mixing, pelleting, and packaging
Familiarity with asphalt plant components and processes, including batching, drum mixing, and material handling
Knowledge of automation systems specific to feed mills and asphalt plants, such as batching control systems, production tracking, and quality control measures
Awareness of emerging trends in feed mill and asphalt plant automation, including ERP integration and advanced process control techniques
Fluency in English, both written and verbal, is essential
Legally authorized to work in the US

For further information about Valstone, you can visit our website at www.valstonecorp.com

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only the candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

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