Director of Engineering & Design_July 2026

The Director of Engineering & Design will lead Kennon’s technical team in delivering first-class engineering and design services to Kennon Customers and to our sales and manufacturing teams. This role requires both an internal and external focus and concentration to ensure that both our Customers and team members are equipped with the necessary designs, drawings, procedures, and documentation to deliver on Kennon’s commitments in a high mix, low volume environment with rigorous technical requirements. The Director of Engineering & Design will coordinate closely with Kennon’s Director of Manufacturing, Executive Directors of Kennon business units (Defense, Healthcare, New Business Development), Quality and Customers to ensure that requirements are clearly understood, prioritized, and achieved following standard practices. This is a highly dynamic and critical role that manages new and continued improvement of product development and design through the organization and ensures delivery of high-value, innovative solutions to Kennon’s customers.