MAS creates custom-engineered thermal management solutions for markets that thrive on flexibility, creativity, and bold ideas. From humble beginnings to becoming an emergent multi‑brand manufacturing leader, we’ve grown by bringing in great people and empowering them to do great work.
At MAS, we believe innovation happens when everyone contributes, diversity of thought is celebrated, and people feel supported in their growth. We take pride in working hard together—tackling challenges, solving problems, and having fun along the way. As we expand into both emerging and mission-critical industries, we stay committed to delivering efficient, competitive, and sustainable heating and cooling technologies. And throughout your career here, you’ll have the chance to directly shape the foundation for what's next in our industry.
Position Summary:
The Director of Engineering Systems is responsible for improving how engineering executes across the Air Cooling platform. This role leads the Applications Engineering organization while driving process maturity across engineering, from Sales handoff through production. The position partners with Engineering, Product Management, Manufacturing, and Operations to improve execution, coach engineering leaders, and build scalable systems that support continued growth.
Key Responsibilities:
- Applications Engineering: Lead the Applications Engineering team through the Applications Engineering Manager while improving technical consistency, responsiveness, and team development.
- Engineering Process: Improve handoffs between Sales, Applications Engineering, Product Management, and Production Engineering to reduce delays and improve execution.
- Standardization: Develop practical engineering processes, templates, and best practices that scale with company growth.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with Engineering, Product Management, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Operations to improve project execution and customer outcomes.
- Leadership Development: Coach engineering managers and technical leaders to strengthen accountability, communication, and organizational capability.
- Continuous Improvement: Identify bottlenecks and implement improvements that increase engineering quality, efficiency, and predictability.
- Strategic Initiatives: Support key engineering and operational initiatives that improve execution across the Air Cooling platform.
Qualifications & Requirements:
Required:
- 10+ years of engineering leadership experience in engineered-to-order or industrial manufacturing.
- Experience leading Applications Engineering, Engineering Operations, or Production Engineering.
- Strong understanding of engineering workflows from customer requirements through manufacturing.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline.
Preferred:
- HVAC, thermal management, or custom equipment experience.
- Lean or Continuous Improvement experience.
- Experience implementing scalable engineering processes.
- Private equity or high-growth manufacturing experience.
Key Competencies:
- Engineering process improvement
- Cross-functional leadership
- Coaching and team development
- Operational execution
- Continuous improvement mindset
Benefits:
- Medical, vision, and dental plans
- Short-term and long-term disability insurance
- Group term life insurance coverage
- HSA, FSA, and Dependent Care plans available
- 8 paid holidays, 4 floating holidays, and generous PTO policy
- 401k matching
- Company paid events
- Annual safety shoe allowance
- Education assistance program
EEO Statement:
MAS HVAC is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, political affiliation, or any other legally protected status.
Employment decisions at MAS HVAC are based on merit, qualifications, and business needs. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind and actively promote a culture of fairness, equity, and opportunity.
We also provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and for sincerely held religious beliefs, practices, or observances, in accordance with applicable laws.
Skills Required
- 10+ years of engineering leadership experience in engineered-to-order or industrial manufacturing
- Experience leading Applications Engineering, Engineering Operations, or Production Engineering
- Strong understanding of engineering workflows from customer requirements through manufacturing
- Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline
- HVAC, thermal management, or custom equipment experience
- Lean or Continuous Improvement experience
- Experience implementing scalable engineering processes
- Private equity or high-growth manufacturing experience
What We Do
MAS HVAC is a Minnesota-based manufacturer specializing in custom-engineered thermal management and air handling unit solutions. The company focuses on creating custom air handling units designed to reduce physical footprints and enhance airflow capacity for large commercial and industrial applications. Their team of engineers and fabricators provides cutting-edge solutions for standard air handlers, helping clients optimize efficiency and airflow in commercial environments.
