Head of Engineering

Who We Are

At Voltify, we are building the next generation of rail‑battery locomotives that fast charge autonomously and dynamically through a dedicated self‑sustained microgrid network.

We are bringing back the power to the industry and eliminating the dependency on fossil fuels.

Lowering the rail industry’s main expense – energy – by more than 20 %. This is over $3 B yearly just in North America.

We are already working with some of the largest global rail companies with over $50 M in contingent orders.

We have raised over $30 M from top‑tier funds and strategics and are rapidly growing.

Our founding team has a proven track record in building billion‑$ public companies in renewable energy and infrastructure.

About The Role

We're looking for an exceptional hands‑on leader, Head of Engineering, to drive our multidisciplinary team and own delivery from concept to deployment.

We want a driven, fast‑paced self‑learner that is not afraid of taking deviation and responsibility and knows how to execute fast with a small team.

We offer a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to lead the future of rail technology while building a generational multi‑billion dollar company.

What You'll Do

• Lead a high‑performing team of engineers. Foster a collaborative environment that encourages innovation.
• Grow the team, expanding from 10 to 30 members quickly.
• Oversee and create the timeline of both the development and testing phases to make sure we reach our commercial commitments.
• Coordinate the integration of hardware, electrical, and software elements, fostering effective collaboration between multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal functionality.
• Implement agile working practices within the team to enhance productivity and better collaboration. Ideally, working in the Scrum method of sprints and epics.
• Balance big‑picture thinking with hands‑on execution, driving projects from conception through to scale.
• Groom existing partnerships and create collaboration with suppliers who can streamline our development.
• Present the technological developments to customers and investors.
• Stay abreast of industry trends and advancements, fostering a culture of self‑learning and professional growth within the team.

What We're Looking For

• Led development from concept in an electric vehicle company.
• Demonstrated experience in agile project management.
• Ability to move between strategy and hands‑on engineering.
• Experience leading small engineering teams and delivering complex technical projects end‑to‑end.
• Exceptional emotional intelligence with strong team management skills.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary and multicultural teams.
• Ability to thrive in fast‑paced, high‑pressure environments.
• Proactive self‑starter who is not afraid of big challenges.
• Bonus – Technical background in high‑power systems, power electronics, and mobile energy storage systems.
• Bonus 2 – Loves trains.