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LHH US

Director of Engineering

Louisville, KY

$160K - $170K/yr

Director of Engineering (Industrial / Engineered-to-Order) - Louisville, KY Full-Time | Leadership ... Hands-on background in mechanical/process/system design with fluid motion * Experience supporting ...

LHH US

Director of Engineering

Louisville, KY · On-site

$160K - $170K/yr

Director of Engineering (Industrial / Engineered-to-Order) - Louisville, KY Full-Time | Leadership ... Hands-on background in mechanical/process/system design with fluid motion * Experience supporting ...

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Engineering Manager/Director

Arvada, CO · On-site

$155K - $170K/yr

Engineering Manager / Engineering Director Location: Arvada, CO (On-Site) Employment Type: Direct ... Background in fluid power/hydraulic systems (pumps, valves, actuators, circuit design ...

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As of Jun 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for director fluid engineering in the United States is $194,709.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $141,500.00 and $253,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Director Fluid Engineering vs Senior Fluid Engineer?

AspectDirector Fluid EngineeringSenior Fluid Engineer
CredentialsBachelor's or Master's in Engineering, often with leadership experienceBachelor's or Master's in Engineering, with specialized fluid dynamics knowledge
Work EnvironmentLeadership roles overseeing teams and projectsHands-on technical work, analysis, and design
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in large corporations, oil & gas, aerospace, and manufacturingCommon in engineering firms, R&D, and industrial sectors
Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding leadership roles and responsibilitiesTechnical expertise and project involvement

The main difference between a Director Fluid Engineering and a Senior Fluid Engineer lies in their responsibilities and scope. The Director typically leads teams, manages budgets, and sets strategic goals, while the Senior Fluid Engineer focuses on technical design, analysis, and project execution. Both roles require strong engineering credentials, but the Director's role emphasizes leadership and management within the industry.

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Infographic showing various Director Fluid Engineering job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 85% Full Time, and 15% Contract. Highlights an 92% In-person, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $194,709 per year, or $93.6 per hour.

Director of Engineering

LHH US

Louisville, KY

$160K - $170K/yr

Full-time

Posted 2 days ago

Job description

Director of Engineering (Industrial / Engineered-to-Order) - Louisville, KY
Full-Time | Leadership | ~25% Travel | Bonus Eligible
I'm partnering with a confidential, established engineering and process systems company to hire a Director of Engineering to lead a growing team and drive both technical strategy and execution in a project-based, engineered-to-order environment.
This is a highly visible role reporting to corporate engineering leadership, with site-level influence and direct impact on growth, team development, and client solutions.
What You'll Do
  • Lead engineering, shop, and service teams to deliver complex, customer-driven solutions
  • Partner with Sales to develop technical proposals, estimates, and engineered solutions
  • Drive project execution across performance, cost, quality, and schedule
  • Set direction for team growth, hiring, and development (team scaling in progress)
  • Oversee engineering design reviews (P&IDs, layouts, system integration)
  • Build and improve engineering processes, standards, and continuous improvement initiatives
What You Bring
  • 7+ years leading engineering teams in industrial or engineered-to-order environments
  • Hands-on background in mechanical/process/system design with fluid motion
  • Experience supporting customer-facing projects, proposals, and project delivery
  • Strong leadership skills across team building, coaching, and performance management
  • Background in project-based engineering, manufacturing, or automation systems
  • Bachelor's in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical); PE a plus
Why This Role
  • Blend of strategic leadership + hands-on engineering influence
  • Opportunity to build and scale a team (up to 5+ engineers)
  • Work directly with executive leadership on growth and innovation initiatives
  • Established company with long-term stability and strong market presence
  • ~5% bonus + high visibility across the organization
Pay Details: $160,000.00 to $170,000.00 per year
Search managed by: Chloe Parsons
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