Engineering Structures Jobs in Walden Tennessee

Thorough Built LLC, based in Chattanooga, TN, is a leading provider of design, fabrication, and machining services. The company specializes in custom fabrication, CNC plasma cutting, press brake forming, machining, and welding, adhering to AWS and ASME standards. With expertise in material handling, CWI/metallurgy, and comprehensive design services including 3D modeling and reverse engineering, Thorough Built delivers streamlined manufacturing solutions. We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality, innovative technical solutions tailored to industrial and custom applications. Our facilities include advanced equipment and a dedicated team, making us a trusted partner for large-scale structural fabrication projects.

The Structural Steel Fabricator role at Thorough Built LLC is a full-time, on-site position located in Chattanooga, TN. The individual in this role will be responsible for fabricating structural steel components by interpreting blueprints and technical drawings, using metalworking machinery, operating hand and power tools, and performing welding, grinding, and cutting tasks. Additional responsibilities include ensuring quality control, adhering to safety standards, and assisting in material handling and equipment operations, such as forklift usage.

• Proficiency in metalworking, including cutting, shaping, and assembling structural steel components.
• Skilled in the use of hand tools and power tools for welding, grinding, and other related tasks.
• Experienced in operating grinding equipment and power tools safely and effectively.
• Ability to operate forklifts and other material handling equipment in compliance with safety guidelines.
• Strong understanding of reading blueprints, technical drawings, and specifications to execute projects accurately.
• Prior experience working in a fabrication or manufacturing environment is an advantage.
• Knowledge of safety procedures and commitment to maintaining a clean and organized work environment.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Director of Information Technology is responsible for aligning technology, data, and systems with business strategy in a large-scale electrical construction environment. This role is highly operational and service-oriented, with a strong focus on execution and communication. The Director ensures technology supports growth, improves productivity, maintains strong internal controls, and enhances the day-to-day experience for all field and office employees.

POSITION FUNCTIONS

Leadership and Organization

• Provide strategic and operational leadership to the IT and Data Analytics functions, fostering a cohesive, collaborative, and service-driven culture.
• Lead and develop managers across multiple functions within the department, aligning priorities and breaking down silos.
• Continuously assess and strengthen talent, capabilities and structure through development, upskilling, and role evaluation to build a high-performing organization.
• Grow and organize the department to be scalable, disciplined, and aligned with business needs.

Communication and Collaboration

• Serve as a trusted business partner to executive leadership and functional leaders within Service Electric Company and Quanta Services.
• Communicate clearly and effectively with technical teams, non-technical stakeholders, and field leadership.
• Bring teams together around shared goals, priorities, and execution plans.

Technology and Operations

• Ensure reliable, secure, and efficient IT operations supporting a geographically dispersed workforce of 2,000+ field employees.
• Oversee infrastructure, applications, ERP, field systems, and end-user support.
• Coordinate with Quanta Services on cybersecurity.
• Partner with business leaders to identify opportunities where technology can streamline workflows, reduce friction, and improve productivity.
• Drive the mindset of technology as a growth enabler, not overhead.

Data and Analytics

• Oversee the Data Analytics function to ensure timely, accurate, and actionable reporting utilizing various platforms.
• Champion data governance, data quality, and standardized metrics across the organization.
• Enable company leaders with insights that support operational efficiency, financial performance, and strategic decision-making.

Project and Change Management

• Lead or oversee technology and data initiatives from concept through execution working closely with leaders within Service Electric Company and Quanta Services.
• Establish disciplined project management

Public Company Standards and Compliance

• Ensure IT systems and processes support SOX compliance and strong internal controls.
• Partner closely with Finance, Internal Audit, and external auditors.
• Document, test, and continuously improve IT controls and processes.
• Maintain appropriate security, access controls, and segregation of duties.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• 10+ years of progressive IT leadership experience, including managing supervisory employees, required.
• Experience in a public company environment, with direct exposure to SOX and internal controls, required.
• Proven ability to lead operationally focused IT organizations, required.
• Strong background overseeing enterprise systems, infrastructure, and analytics, required.
• Demonstrated success leading cross-functional projects and driving change, required.
• Experience in construction, engineering, or industrial services, preferred.
• Exposure to ERP systems and field workforce technologies, preferred.
• Formal project management experience or certification, preferred.
• Experience scaling IT organizations in growing companies, preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills and ability to align executives, managers, and frontline employees
• Exceptional organization skills with a strong attention to detail.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Strong project management skills, capable of handling multiple projects concurrently with good time management.
• Ability to build and foster relationships with team members.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to conducts self in an appropriate manner as a representative of SEC, working effectively in a diverse work environment.

DIRECT REPORTS: Yes

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS: A valid driver’s license

TRAVEL REQUIRED: Minimum

WORKING ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENT: This position will work in a normal office setting, but will be required to travel to and visit other SEC offices and work sites.

NOTE: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, working conditions, physical demands, and activities may change or new ones many be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Service Electric Company provides Equal Employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Schaffhouser Electric is a growing industrial electrical contractor serving manufacturing, industrial, and distribution facilities. We’re seeking an experienced Business Development Manager to drive new business and expand key client relationships.

What You’ll Do:

• Develop new business in industrial and manufacturing markets
• Build long-term relationships with plant managers, engineers, GCs, and procurement teams
• Manage the full sales cycle from prospecting through contract award
• Collaborate with estimating and operations for accurate proposals and smooth handoffs
• Track pipeline activity and forecasts using CRM tools
• Represent Schaffhouser Electric at industry events

Ideal Candidate Profile (Screening Guide):

• 5+ years selling industrial or construction services, not commodities
• Comfortable calling on plants, factories, and industrial facilities
• Relationship-driven with a long-term sales mindset
• Understands how projects move—from budget to execution
• Can speak credibly with operations, maintenance, and engineering teams
• Persistent, organized, and accountable for pipeline accuracy
• Brings an existing industrial network

What We Offer:

• Competitive base salary + commission
• Health, dental, vision & 401(k) with match
• Company vehicle or vehicle allowance
• PTO, holidays, and growth opportunities

 Apply or message us to learn more.

Location: Chattanooga, TN

Duration: Perm

Compensation: 60K-80K

JOB DESCRIPTION

An Engineering client of Insight Global is looking for a Proposal Coordinator to join their Marketing Team out of their TN/OH offices. This role leads the development of Statements of Qualifications (SOQs) and proposals for municipal, state, and private-sector clients by reviewing RFQs/RFPs, coordinating cross-functional inputs, drafting and editing narratives, and assembling compliant, high-quality submittals aligned with client requirements, firm qualifications, and brand standards. Serving as a central point of coordination across all offices, the Proposal Coordinator collaborates closely with project managers, engineers, and marketing staff to gather project descriptions and technical content while maintaining consistency across service lines. The position also manages and updates proposal content—including resumes, project sheets, boilerplate language, and graphics—ensuring accuracy, clarity, and thorough quality control prior to submission. In addition to proposal work, the role supports broader marketing initiatives such as qualifications packages, presentations, and occasional website or collateral updates, and may assist with developing standard templates, processes, and SOPs.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's Degree in marketing, communications, journalism, or related field
• 3+ years of experience in proposal creation, including RFQs and SOQs within an A/E/C firm
• Experience with Adobe Sweet, specifically InDesign

Job Title : Nuclear Engineer (Naval Reactors Engineer) Category / Component : Officer • Active Overview Design, regulate, and oversee the Navy's nuclear propulsion program, including reactor design, fleet operations, and eventual defueling and decommissioning of nuclear powered ships and submarines from Naval Reactors Headquarters and associated Department of Energy laboratories and shipyards.

Key Responsibilities Provide technical direction in areas such as reactor and fluid systems design, reactor physics, materials development, component design for steam generators, pumps, and valves, instrumentation and control for reactor and propulsion plants, testing and quality control, radiation shielding, and chemistry and radiological controls; review designs and analyses from laboratories, shipyards, and industry partners; coordinate with fleet units to ensure safe and reliable nuclear plant operation.

What to Expect Assume significant technical responsibility early in your career as part of a lean headquarters staff; work primarily in an analytical and oversight role rather than operating plants at sea; balance long term engineering projects with time sensitive fleet and shipyard issues; frequent coordination with senior civilian engineers, naval officers, and technical teams; high expectations for attention to detail, judgment, and written and oral communication.

Work Environment Work mainly at Naval Reactors Headquarters in the Washington, District of Columbia area with regular engagement with Department of Energy laboratories, nuclear training sites, shipyards, and nuclear powered ships and submarines; office based work that includes document reviews, technical meetings, inspections, and site visits rather than day to day shipboard watchstanding.

Pathways, Training & Advancement Officer commissioning through programs such as Officer Candidate School or the Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate program followed by a structured technical qualification program at Naval Reactors; rotational exposure to laboratories, prototypes, shipyards, and fleet support issues; progressive responsibility leading projects and becoming a subject matter expert, with opportunities for professional military education and advanced graduate study in technical fields.

Entry through the Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate program for qualified college students and recent graduates, or selection via Officer Candidate School for those who already hold qualifying degrees; all applicants must meet Nuclear Propulsion Program academic and technical screening standards in addition to general officer commissioning requirements.

Qualifications All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment or commissioning standards, which typically include: Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy, which may involve United States citizenship or other legal residency and work status, depending on the program and current law and policy A high school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions, and a bachelor's or qualifying professional degree for officer positions Meeting age limits that vary by program and are set in law and Navy policy.

Some communities have more restrictive age ranges Meeting medical, vision, and dental standards, including body composition and physical fitness requirements, with some jobs requiring more demanding standards Meeting character and conduct standards, including background screening Achieving required test scores for your program, such as the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery for enlisted roles or officer qualification tests for officer programs Eligibility for a security clearance when required for your rating or designator Additional qualifications can include specific skills, education, licensure, or experience that are unique to a job or community and will be reviewed with you by a recruiter.

Additional qualifications for this job may include: Completion of a rigorous technical degree in engineering, physics, mathematics, or a closely related field that includes strong backgrounds in calculus and physics; outstanding academic record, particularly in technical coursework; United States citizenship and eligibility for a high level security clearance; strong technical aptitude and comfort with detailed analytical work.

Education Education benefits are available through standard Navy programs such as Tuition Assistance, the Post-9/11 GI Bill, ACE-recommended college credit for Navy training, Navy COOL-funded certifications, USMAP apprenticeships, and other Navy College Program opportunities.

Specific options depend on the Sailor's status, training, and current Navy policy.

Pay, Benefits & Service Pay, benefits, and service commitments follow standard Navy Active and/or Reserve policies for this type of role, including basic pay, allowances when eligible, health coverage, and retirement options.

Exact entitlements, special pays, and service obligations depend on program, component, years of service, and current law and Navy guidance.

Incentives Incentives such as bonuses, special pays, and loan repayment may be available at times for specific ratings or communities, but they change frequently and cannot be guaranteed.

Applicants must confirm current incentives and eligibility with an official Navy recruiter or authoritative Navy source.

Notes and Disclaimers This description is a general overview of typical duties, training, and opportunities in this community.

It does not replace official Navy instructions, policies, or contracts and does not guarantee specific assignments, training, incentives, or outcomes.

Actual opportunities depend on Navy needs, individual performance, screening results, and current law and policy.

BUILT TO CONNECT

At Astec, we believe in the power of connection and the importance of building long-lasting relationships with our employees, customers and the communities we call home. With a team more than 4,000 strong, our employees are our #1 advantage. We invest in skills training and provide opportunities for career development to help you grow along with the business. We offer programs that support physical safety, as well as benefits and resources to enhance total health and wellbeing, so you can be your best at work and at home.

Our equipment is used to build the roads and infrastructure that connects us to each other and to the goods and services we use. We are an industry leader known for delivering innovative solutions that create value for our customers. As our industry evolves, we are using new technology and data like never before.

We’re looking for creative problem solvers to build the future with us. Connect with us today and build your career at Astec.

LOCATION: Chattanooga, TN (On-Site). Corporate relocation assistance is available.

NOTE: This position requires previous professional engineering experience, especially with New Product Development and VAVE. This is not an entry level position.

ABOUT THE POSITION

The NPD/VAVE Engineer serves as a corporate-level engineering resource responsible for driving manufacturability, cost optimization, and standardization across all Astec divisions.

This role supports New Product Development (NPD) and Value Analysis/Value Engineering (VAVE) initiatives that align with the Advanced Manufacturing Engineering Strategic Business Plan (AME SBP) — specifically under the pillars of Innovation Enablement, Process Optimization, and Operational Excellence.

By collaborating cross-functionally with Design Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations, and Site Manufacturing Engineering, this role ensures that products are designed and industrialized efficiently, safely, and profitably.

Deliverables & Responsibilities

1. NPD/NPI (New Product Development/Introduction)

a. Serve as the manufacturing engineering representative in product development teams.

b. Conduct Design for Manufacturability and Assembly (DFM/A) reviews during all design gate phases.

c. Co-ordinate with IE and AME to develop manufacturing routings, labor standards, and process documentation for NPIs.

d. Support Pilot and prototype builds to validate design, process capability and readiness for mass productions.

e. Identify and communicate manufacturability issues early in the design to minimize late-stage changes.

f. Ensure product launches meet AME’s cost, quality and delivery objectives.

2. VAVE (Value Analysis and Value Engineering)

a. Identify and lead cost reduction projects across product lines focusing on material, process and design efficiency.

b. Collaborate with procurement, design and Operations to implement alternative materials, part consolidations and design simplifications.

c. Develop and maintain VAVE project funnel and savings dashboard in alignment with corporate targets.

d. Conduct competitive benchmarking, product teardowns, and process cost studies to support ideation.

e. Validate and track cost savings through data-driven methods (Std. Labor time, BOM impact, etc.).

3. Advanced Manufacturing Engineering Standard and Manufacturing Integration

a. Support the deployment and continuous improvement of corporate AME standard, including:

b. PFEP (Plan for Every Part).

c. Line – Side Stock (LSS) systems

d. MBOM accuracy and process routings

e. PFMEA templates and work instruction formats.

f. Work with site ME to ensure consistent adoption of best practices in fabrication, welding, assembly, and paint.

g. Partner with AME Systems, IE and Paint Engineering teams to ensure new product/process alignment with automation and equipment capability.

4. Data and Digital Integration

a. Leverage tools such as Oracle Fusion, SigmaNest, Power BI and Excel based models to analyze cost, process and efficiency data.

b. Participate in Industry 4.0 Initiatives to bring digital visibility to manufacturing and product performance metrics.

c. Drive data-driven decision-making for capacity, labor optimization and cost competitiveness.

5. Cross-Functional Collaboration

a. Act as a liaison between Corporate AME, Site ME, Design Engineering, Procurement and Operations teams.

b. Facilitate and lead NPD/VAVE review meetings/workshops, ensuring project status, risks and savings realization.

c. Provide regular updates to AME leadership on key deliverables, metrics and Strategic Business Plan alignment progress.

6. Key Deliverables

a. DFM/A reviews and closure reports per product design phase.

b. Approved routings and time studies before pilot builds.

c. Annual Validated cost savings through VAVE initiatives.

d. Standardize AME process documents across all divisions.

e. Weekly dashboards and KPI update to AME leadership.

To be successful in this role, your experience and competencies are:

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, Manufacturing or Industrial Engineering.
• Master’s in mechanical, Manufacturing or Industrial Engineering.
• 5-10 years of relevant experience in Manufacturing Engineering, Product Development or VAVE roles.
• Understanding of fabrication, machining, welding, assembly and paint process.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and SolidWorks
• Knowledge of Oracle ERP
• Strong foundation in Lean Manufacturing, PFMEA, Process Flow and cost analysis.
• Excellent communication and project management for cross-functional integration.

Our Culture and Values

Employees that become part of Astec embody the values below throughout their work.

• Continuous devotion to meeting the needs of our customers
• Honesty and integrity in all aspects of business
• Respect for all individuals
• Preserving entrepreneurial spirit and innovation
• Safety, quality and productivity as means to ensure success

Travel Requirements: travel up to 30%

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Astec does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, gender (sex), sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, citizenship status, a person’s veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law or executive order.

BUILT TO CONNECT

Astec is a global, environmentally focused infrastructure and manufacturing company of asphalt road building and aggregate processing. Our mission is to design and build the most innovative products for the industries we serve. Leveraging innovative solutions and technologies, we serve customers all over the world.

ABOUT THE POSITION

Under general supervision execute projects that require the creation and evaluation of original design. Participate in the analysis and validation of design and theoretical concepts, working from and adapting a wide range of established research techniques.

Key Deliverables

• · Create accurate project specifications.
• · Ensure all engineering documents are up to date.
• · Develop standard work templates and revision control processes.
• · Assist in design, development, implementation and analysis of technical products and systems.
• · Drives continuous improvement by managing projects and recommending techniques to enhance equipment/system/process robustness

Key Activities & Responsibilities

• · Initiate and execute the Product Design and Development (PDD) process to ensure product definitions and specifications are met by all stakeholders.
• · Participate and contribute to product design meetings including product specifications, material selection, 3D CAD models, and detailed 2D drawings.
• · Collaborate as a member of cross-functional project teams from concept to testing, and ultimately to production.
• · Conduct design for manufacture assessments involving manufacturing expertise to ensure that final design will support lean manufacturing principles, build quantity, cost, and performance requirements.
• · Develop design concepts to meet cost objectives and, interface with vendors and suppliers to locate and approve components.
• · Administer design history and practice proper engineering document control processes to ensure drawings are up to date.
• · Work toward identifying commonality in design to assist with manufacturing standardization.
• · Demonstrate technical and written skills via generating and filing reports of design analyses for future reference and demonstrate interpersonal skills via preparing and presenting findings.
• · Provide timely response to Root Cause Analysis and Corrective action requests related to design issues and/or warranty problems to support the engineering solution applied in the field.
• · Assist peers with workloads as needed for total project completion by management expectations or production deadlines.
• · Proficient in promoting a safe and healthy work environment.
• · Adheres to established company policies and procedures paying special attention to safety regulations.
• · Wears personal protective equipment in accordance with training guidelines.
• · Maintain cleanliness in designated workspace by practicing 6S principles to reduce safety risks.

To be successful in this role, your experience and competencies are:

• · A bachelor’s degree required in, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, a related field or equivalent and/or combination of training and experience.
• · 6+ Years of Engineering experience required.
• · Maintain positive, collaborative working relationships by engaging with various personalities including customers, vendors, co-workers, and management while working both individually and as part of a team.
• · Must be able to take on more complex and advanced engineering projects while balancing project management responsibilities.
• · Proven ability to influence, lead teams, and drive change.
• · Skill in working efficiently and accurately to keep up with engineering, sales, and production requirements.
• · Flexible and adaptable in prioritizing workloads, coping with pressure, deadlines, and rapidly changing situations.
• · Proven results with creation and maintenance of engineering design standards and drawing standards.
• · Ability to attract and retain engineering talent.
• · Customer-oriented, with the ability to represent Peterson engineering ideas, and designs to non-technical audiences.
• · Extensive cross functional team experience including technical and non-technical work.
• · Proficient in a combination of the following software packages, or equivalent: MS Office Suite (e.g., Excel, Word, Outlook, and Dynamics AX), AutoDesk Design Suite ( e.g. AutoCAD, Inventor, Nastran In-CAD, 3DS Max, and AutoCAD Electrical),
• · Detail-oriented with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• · Must be a creative thinker, results-oriented, analytical mindset, and a focused problem-solver.

Supervisor and Leadership Expectations

None

Our Culture and Values

Employees that become part of Astec embody the values below throughout their work.

• · Continuous devotion to meeting the needs of our customers
• · Honesty and integrity in all aspects of business
• · Respect for all individuals
• · Preserving entrepreneurial spirit and innovation
• · Safety, quality and productivity as means to ensure success

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Manufacturing Environment

Shop manufacturing environment exposures include exposure to moving mechanical parts, machinery, tools and equipment, vibration, fumes or airborne particles, motorized vehicles, welding and machining operations, outside weather conditions and exposure to the risk of electric shock. The employee may occasionally be exposed to varying levels of dirt, dust, toxic or caustic chemicals, very warm and/or very chilly temperatures. The noise level in the shop can be very loud at times consistent with an industrial assembly facility and may require hearing protection. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Astec does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, gender (sex), sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, citizenship status, a person’s veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law or executive order.

Project Manager – Capital Equipment

Position Summary

The Project Manager is responsible for leading capital equipment projects involving a broad range of engineered filtration equipment and media. Reporting to the Director of Engineering, this role provides technical and project leadership from project kickoff through construction and commissioning. The Project Manager works cross-functionally with Engineering, Purchasing, Manufacturing, Quality Assurance, Testing, and external vendors to deliver projects on time, within budget, and in full compliance with commercial and technical specifications.

This role leverages project management tools, dashboards, and performance metrics to drive execution, manage risk, and ensure successful project delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Promote and uphold company core values, safety standards, quality expectations, and customer satisfaction.
• Support project handovers, including order setup, budgeting, purchasing, change orders, and subcontractor coordination.
• Translate project specifications into clear execution requirements for internal teams and external partners.
• Establish project budgets, schedules, and execution plans following project handoff.
• Monitor project performance and proactively identify and mitigate cost, scope, or schedule risks.
• Communicate schedule changes promptly to internal stakeholders and customers.
• Collaborate weekly with execution teams to maintain accurate and achievable project plans.
• Manage pre-qualified subcontractors and suppliers to ensure contract and technical compliance.
• Review and approve documentation for release to manufacturing in alignment with project plans.
• Oversee material procurement and coordinate field service and commissioning activities.
• Ensure customer requirements are clearly communicated to subcontracted services.
• Maintain complete project documentation, including RFIs, submittals, transmittals, PCOs, and drawing records.
• Reforecast and rebudget projects as changes occur to support accurate reporting.
• Maintain contract documentation and record-keeping in accordance with company standards.
• Apply strong technical judgment to support confident, timely decision-making.
• Drive continuous improvement within the project management function.

Core Competencies

• Working knowledge of P&IDs, general arrangement drawings, and technical documentation.
• Experience with estimating, cost proposals, and change management.
• Strong understanding of project budgets, schedules, and controls.
• Ability to interpret technical specifications and contract documents.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Effective collaboration with customers, subcontractors, vendors, and manufacturing teams.
• Commitment to teamwork, safety, quality, and customer satisfaction.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and project management tools.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline.
• PMP certification preferred.
• 5+ years of experience managing Engineered-to-Order (ETO) projects preferred.
• Proficiency with PMO tools and methodologies, including WBS, Gantt charts, and Agile concepts.

Head of Digitizing Systems & Software

Our Mission

Legacybox helps families reconnect with the most meaningful moments of their lives by digitizing and preserving recorded memories. Every tape, film reel, and photo we process represents a piece of someone’s history. Our production facility depends on reliable systems and software to handle these memories with care, and our Digitizing Systems and Software team plays a critical role in making that possible.

About the Role

Legacybox is the category leader in media digitization, processing over 150,000 customer orders per year and millions of unique analog assets across film, tape, and photo formats. Our production facility operates at the intersection of legacy physical media, custom hardware, proprietary software, and an increasingly cloud-first delivery model.

We are hiring a Head of Digitizing Systems & Software to own, evolve, and future-proof the core systems that power our digitizing plant. This role is responsible for designing, implementing, measuring, and continuously improving the end-to-end digitizing systems that convert fragile analog media into secure digital assets at scale.

This is a hands-on leadership role. It blends systems engineering, applied R&D, software-hardware integration, labor optimization, and unit-economics discipline. The work spans old and new technologies and requires comfort operating in ambiguity while building durable, repeatable systems.

Key Responsibilities

Digitizing Systems Ownership

• Own the architecture and performance of Legacybox’s digitizing systems across all formats (film, tapes, photos).
• Lead the implementation of new digitizing systems designed internally, including custom hardware, software, and workflows.
• Ensure systems are reliable, measurable, scalable, and economically sound.

R&D and New System Development

• Research, prototype, and develop next-generation digitizing setups that improve quality, throughput, and margin.
• Lead R&D initiatives from concept through production rollout.
• Identify and develop new revenue-generating systems and capabilities.

Order Management System Leadership

• Help architect, build, and lead the order management system that tracks and orchestrates millions of unique physical and digital assets annually.
• Collaborate across software, production, and operations teams to support approximately 15 distinct workflows.
• Ensure system accuracy, traceability, and resilience at scale.

Profitability and Economics

• Conduct profitability analysis on new systems, workflows, and production setups.
• Model unit economics, capex tradeoffs, labor impact, and ROI for proposed changes.
• Partner with leadership to prioritize investments based on margin and strategic value.

Labor and Time Studies

• Perform detailed time studies to understand how human labor interacts with machines and software.
• Optimize workflows to balance automation, quality, throughput, and cost.
• Design systems that respect real-world production constraints.

Measurement, Monitoring, and Troubleshooting

• Define success metrics for systems performance, reliability, and quality.
• Build feedback loops to monitor system health and identify failure points.
• Lead root-cause analysis and resolution of system errors and production bottlenecks.

Forward-Looking Technology Leadership

• Advance Legacybox’s cloud-first digitizing model and file delivery systems.
• Integrate AI considerations into capture, processing, QA, and workflow optimization.
• Continuously evaluate emerging technologies relevant to digitization, automation, and asset management.

Cross-Functional Leadership

• Collaborate closely with production, operations, software, finance, and leadership.
• Serve as a technical authority and decision-maker for digitizing systems.
• Clearly communicate system tradeoffs, timelines, and outcomes to executives.

Accountability and Outcomes

This role is directly accountable for:

• Successful delivery of R&D projects into production
• Measurable improvements in throughput, quality, and margin
• Reliability and scalability of digitizing and order management systems
• Development of new systems that create incremental revenue or cost advantage

Ideal Background

• Experience designing and operating complex production systems involving both hardware and software
• Strong systems-engineering mindset with comfort spanning physical processes and digital platforms
• Proven ability to take concepts from prototype to scaled deployment
• Fluency in unit economics, ROI analysis, and operational tradeoffs
• Experience working in high-volume, asset-intensive environments
• Comfort working with legacy technologies while pushing modern, forward-looking solutions
• Pragmatic, builder-oriented leader who earns credibility on the floor, not just in planning meetings

Benefits

• Healthcare coverage that includes medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Health Savings Account eligibility.
• Short-term disability plan available after the 30-day waiting period.
• Free 24/7 access to TextCare for medical support.
• Retirement plan with employer match, available after six months for employees age 21 or older.
• Paid parental leave
• Paid time off, accrued bi-weekly.

Work Environment

This role is hybrid / onsite at Legacybox’s digitization facility in Chattanooga, where thousands of family memories are carefully handled and preserved every day. You will work closely with production leadership and frontline teams to ensure operational excellence.

Why Join Legacybox

Legacybox is growing and innovating, and our production team sits at the heart of that transformation. As Head of Digitizing Systems and Software, you will have the opportunity to shape processes, develop people, and directly impact the quality of work we deliver to hundreds of thousands of families across the country each year as we digitize their most important recorded moments. The work we do truly makes a difference, because we believe that memories matter.

Legacybox is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws.