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Chicago Tube & Iron Company lists this Director of Fabrication & Engineering Solutions opportunity in northern, Kentucky. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
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Director of Fabrication & Engineering Solutions
Regular Full-Time Romeoville, IL, US
Turn manufacturing capabilities into engineered customer solutions—and customer opportunities into growth.
We are seeking an experienced, commercially driven Director – Fabrication and Engineering Solutions to lead the growth and development of our fabrication and engineered solutions business. This highly visible leadership role will be responsible for developing growth strategies, expanding into new markets, strengthening key customer and supplier relationships, and helping our sales teams bring innovative fabrication and engineering solutions to customers.
This is an opportunity for a leader who understands both the technical side of manufacturing and the commercial side of the business —someone who can recognize opportunities, develop solutions, build relationships, and turn strategy into measurable growth.
Location
This position requires full-time, on-site presence in Romeoville, Illinois and t raveling to customers, company locations, trade shows, and industry events will be required.
What You'll Do
As Director – Fabrication and Engineering Solutions , you will take a hands-on leadership role in expanding our fabrication business and strengthening our position in key markets.
Develop and execute strategies focused on revenue and margin growth
Identify and pursue new markets, customers, applications, and sourcing opportunities
Expand our presence within targeted industries and strategic accounts
Monitor market trends, competitive activity, and industry developments to identify new opportunities
Use market data and customer feedback to continuously refine our strategy and solution offerings
Build Customer & Industry Relationships
Develop and maintain strong relationships with key customers, suppliers, and strategic partners
Conduct sales calls with current and prospective customers
Provide technical and engineering expertise during customer meetings and solution development
Lead major quotation opportunities in partnership with product specialists and internal teams
Help customers identify fabrication and engineering solutions that improve performance and add value
Represent the organization at trade shows, customer events, and other industry functions
Lead & Develop the Team
Hire, develop, and lead product specialists who support our fabrication and engineering solutions strategy
Partner closely with branch sales teams to identify opportunities and increase penetration within target markets
Coach sales teams on effectively positioning our fabrication capabilities and engineered solutions
Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, customer focus, and continuous improvement
Communicate meaningful market intelligence to internal teams, customers, and suppliers
What We're Looking For
The ideal candidate combines manufacturing knowledge, technical credibility, commercial leadership, and a strong customer-focused mindset.
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related field ; Master’s degree preferred
5–8+ years of relevant manufacturing, engineering, technical sales, or commercial experience
Strong understanding of manufacturing and fabrication processes, applications, and engineered solutions
Demonstrated success driving business growth and developing new opportunities
Proven ability to build and maintain strong customer and supplier relationships
Strong leadership, coaching, and team-development skills
Excellent communication, presentation, and relationship-building abilities
Ability to translate technical capabilities into practical, compelling customer solutions
Strong business judgment and ability to make data-informed decisions
Proficiency with Microsoft Office
Willingness and ability to travel as business needs require
The Opportunity
This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the future growth of our fabrication and engineering solutions business . You’ll work across sales, operations, engineering, customers, suppliers, and leadership to identify opportunities and develop solutions that strengthen customer relationships and expand our capabilities in the marketplace.
If you are a strategic leader with a strong manufacturing background who enjoys building business, solving customer challenges, developing teams, and turning technical capabilities into growth opportunities , we want to hear from you.
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Focus on Diversity
We believe cultivating an inclusive workplace where employee belonging and empowerment are foundational to everything we do. The unique insights and experiences of our diverse teams are what fuel our safe, profitable growth.
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