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Corporate Director of Engineering - Sensors

StaffRight Associates, LLCChicago, IL🇺🇸United StatesPosted Sep 25, 2026

Why This Role Stands Out

This leadership role offers a significant opportunity to drive innovation in sensor technology for a global manufacturing leader, with a highly competitive salary of $200,000 - $250,000. You'll thrive here if you're a visionary engineering leader ready to shape the future of sensing technology and expand market reach. Apply now to elevate your career with a renowned industry giant.

Quick Overview

Salary
$200k - $250k/yr
Seniority
Leader
Work mode
On Site
Location
Chicago, IL, United States
Posted
5 days ago

Job Description

The Opportunity

StaffRight Associates is recruiting for a multi-billion-dollar global manufacturing leader in their search for a Corporate Director of Engineering - Sensors. This hybrid leadership role offers the chance to spearhead the evolution of cutting-edge sensing technology for domestic and international markets, backed by a premier industry giant. Based out of the Chicago area, the incoming executive will direct cross-functional technical teams, shape strategic market growth, and enjoy outstanding career advancement.

What You'll Do

  • Direct the creation and commercialization of next-generation sensing hardware for worldwide industries.

  • Oversee advanced electronic systems integration, featuring embedded microcontrollers, precision sensors, and custom firmware architecture.

  • Guide multifaceted engineering divisions spanning electrical, firmware, mechanical, and systems domains.

  • Foster direct customer relationships and spearhead commercial development initiatives to expand market reach.

  • Coordinate hybrid operational schedules requiring presence on-site three days weekly for professionals residing within a hundred miles of Chicago or Milwaukee.

What You Bring

  • Bachelor Degree in Engineering

  • Minimum of 10 to 35 years of professional work experience

  • Demonstrated background leading engineering groups across domestic and international landscapes

  • Extensive background in Automotive Sensors, commercial vehicles, off-road equipment, industrial sectors, or related markets

  • Proven expertise in Management of multidisciplinary technical teams and fostering client relationships

Compensation & Total Rewards

  • Annual Salary: $200,000 - $250,000

  • 30% Bonus

  • Relocation costs provided

Joining StaffRight Associates

When you partner with StaffRight Associates in your search for your next role, you're doing more than pursuing a job, you're aligning yourself with a team of experts committed to placing top-tier talent in truly impactful positions. We take pride in fostering professional growth and connecting forward-thinking individuals with organizations that value innovation and excellence. We look forward to showcasing your expertise in a way that resonates with our clients and opens the door to meaningful opportunities.

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