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Our Beauty & Wellness division empowers consumers with trusted products that support self-care, from salon-quality styling tools to wellness devices like humidifiers and air purifiers. Our innovative products and solutions promote healthy living, elevating the lives of consumers every day. This business unit includes Braun, PUR, Honeywell, Vicks, Hot Tools, Drybar, Curlsmith, and Revlon brands, and this role may support one or more of these brands.
Look around your home, and you'll find us everywhere, in your kitchen, living room, bedroom, and bathroom. We are already making your everyday lives better. We are powered by knowledgeable, enthusiastic, and forward-thinking people committed to developing a culture of inclusion. Whether you are just starting your career or in need of a challenge, we recognize, develop, and empower talent!
Position: VP, Engineering & Quality
Department: Engineering – Beauty & Wellness
Work Location: Marlborough, MA, Hybrid (work 3 days onsite)
Hybrid Schedule: At Helen of Troy, we embrace a flexible hybrid work model designed to support collaboration and productivity. For roles eligible for hybrid work, our standard schedule includes in-office collaboration from Tuesday through Thursday, with the option to work remotely on Mondays and Fridays. Any updates to this model will be communicated in advance. Please note that hybrid eligibility and schedules may vary based on business needs and manager expectations.
What you will be doing:
The Vice President of Engineering & Quality is responsible for leading the engineering organization for a $1B global Beauty & Wellness business unit, overseeing the design, development, and quality of a diverse portfolio of consumer products including home appliances, water filtration systems, humidifiers, consumer medical devices, beauty tools, and beauty liquids.
Reporting directly to the President of the Business Unit and serving as a member of the leadership team, this role leads a multidisciplinary engineering and advanced quality organization responsible for bringing innovative products to market and ensuring quality is built into every stage of product development.
The VP partners closely with the Vice Presidents of Innovation for Beauty and Wellness, as well as global Supply Chain leadership, to deliver approximately 30–40 new product development programs annually. The role also drives the engineering strategy, builds organizational capability, and ensures strong collaboration with global manufacturing partners across Asia and North America.
This is a hands-on leadership role suited for an experienced engineering executive who is passionate about consumer products and energized by building high-performing engineering teams that deliver innovation, speed, and product excellence.
Engineering & Product Development Leadership
- Lead the engineering organization responsible for the design, development, and launch of consumer products across the Beauty and Wellness portfolio.
- Partner with Innovation leadership to deliver 30–40 new product launches annually, ensuring programs meet performance targets, cost objectives, and launch timelines.
- Ensure engineering excellence across mechanical, electrical, hardware, firmware/software, materials, packaging, formulation, and quality disciplines.
- Provide technical leadership across product architecture, system design, testing, and product reliability.
Quality Leadership
- Lead Advanced Quality Engineering to ensure quality is designed into products from the earliest stages of development.
- Drive robust design validation, risk mitigation, and problem-solving processes during product development.
- Lead cross-functional investigations and engineering responses to post-launch product quality issues when design-related.
Technology Strategy & Innovation
- Define and execute the Engineering and Quality strategy aligned with business growth objectives.
- Lead Advanced Development and Technology initiatives focused on identifying emerging technologies and developing product concepts 2–3 years ahead of commercialization.
- Evaluate opportunities to buy, build, or partner on new technologies that strengthen product differentiation and capability.
Organizational Leadership
- Lead an organization of approximately 40–50 engineers, scientists, and technical professionals, including multiple Directors and senior managers.
- Build a culture of innovation, ownership, and high performance while developing the next generation of engineering leadership.
- Coach and mentor engineering leaders and strengthen organizational capability across disciplines.
- Continue evolving engineering processes and organizational maturity to support scale and speed.
Global Manufacturing Partnerships
- Collaborate closely with Supply Chain leadership to identify and develop the right manufacturing partners for new programs.
- Maintain strong engineering relationships with 30–40 global OEM and JDM partners across China, Southeast Asia, Mexico, and the United States.
- Ensure design-for-manufacturing principles and cost optimization are integrated into product development.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Partner closely with Innovation, Marketing, Supply Chain, Regulatory, and Commercial teams to ensure alignment across the product lifecycle.
- Support the company’s adoption of agile product development methodologies to accelerate innovation and improve product delivery.
- Serve as the technical voice of the organization within the Business Unit leadership team.
Skills needed to be successful in this role:
- Passion for consumer product innovation and engineering excellence
- Strong product intuition and systems thinking
- Ability to lead multidisciplinary engineering teams
- Proven track record delivering complex hardware products at scale
- Comfortable working across global manufacturing ecosystems
- Builder of high-performance teams and engineering culture
- Collaborative leadership style with strong cross-functional influence
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Physics
- 15+ years of engineering leadership experience in consumer products or related industries
- Experience leading large multidisciplinary engineering organizations (40+ engineers preferred)
- Demonstrated experience developing consumer appliances, medical devices, or beauty devices
- Strong understanding of high-volume manufacturing including electronics, PCBA, plastics molding, and final assembly
- Experience working with global OEM/JDM manufacturing partners
- Familiarity with regulatory and quality frameworks such as ISO 13485, ISO 9001, FDA medical device regulations and CPSC safety standards
- Domestic and international travel required, approximately 10–15%, including periodic travel to manufacturing partners in Asia and North America.
- Authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis
Preferred Qualifications:
- Master’s degree
In Massachusetts, the standard base pay range for this role is $206,918.46 - $258,648.08 annually. This base pay range is specific to Massachusetts and may not be applicable to other locations. Actual salaries will vary based on several factors, including but not limited to location, experience, skill level, and performance. The range listed is just one component of the total compensation package for employees.
Benefits: Salary + Bonus, Healthcare, Dental, Vision, Paid Holidays, Paid Parental Leave, 401(k) with company match, Basic Life Insurance, Short Term Disability (STD), Long Term Disability (LTD), Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Charitable (volunteer) Leave, and Educational Assistance.
Wondering if you should apply? Helen of Troy welcomes people as diverse as our brands! Have the confidence to come as who you are because your point of view, skills, and experience will make us stronger. If you're eager to share new ideas and try new things, we want to hear from you.
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Helen of Troy is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We are committed to developing a diverse workforce and cultivating an inclusive environment. We value diversity and believe that we are strengthened by the differences in our experiences, thoughts, cultures, and backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.
We will provide individuals with disabilities with reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process. If you would like to request an accommodation, please contact Human Resources at (915) 225-8000.
Founded in 1968, Helen of Troy is a prominent player in the global consumer products industry, offering diverse career opportunities across North America, South America, Europe, and Asia. We boast a collection of renowned brands such as OXO, Hydro Flask, Osprey, Honeywell, PUR, Braun, Vicks, Hot Tools, Drybar, Curlsmith, Revlon, and Olive & June – many of which rank #1, #2, or #3 in their respective categories, making the Helen of Troy name synonymous with excellence and ingenuity.
At Helen of Troy, our strategy involves acquiring brands that we can integrate and enhance, amplifying their unique attributes to drive growth and profitability. Embracing a culture of collaboration internally and externally, we are committed to providing innovative solutions tailored to consumers, operational excellence, global scalability, and exceptional shared services to support our brand portfolio. This dedication to fostering development and success sets Helen of Troy apart as a pioneer in the industry, propelling our brands to unparalleled heights of success and recognition worldwide.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required of personnel so classified. Management retains the right to add or to change duties of the position at any time.
INTRODUCTION
Our Beauty & Wellness division empowers consumers with trusted products that support self-care, from salon-quality styling tools to wellness devices like humidifiers and air purifiers. Our innovative products and solutions promote healthy living, elevating the lives of consumers every day. This business unit includes Braun, PUR, Honeywell, Vicks, Hot Tools, Drybar, Curlsmith, and Revlon brands, and this role may support one or more of these brands.
Look around your home, and you'll find us everywhere, in your kitchen, living room, bedroom, and bathroom. We are already making your everyday lives better. We are powered by knowledgeable, enthusiastic, and forward-thinking people committed to developing a culture of inclusion. Whether you are just starting your career or in need of a challenge, we recognize, develop, and empower talent!
Position: VP, Engineering & Quality
Department: Engineering – Beauty & Wellness
Work Location: Marlborough, MA, Hybrid (work 3 days onsite)
Hybrid Schedule: At Helen of Troy, we embrace a flexible hybrid work model designed to support collaboration and productivity. For roles eligible for hybrid work, our standard schedule includes in-office collaboration from Tuesday through Thursday, with the option to work remotely on Mondays and Fridays. Any updates to this model will be communicated in advance. Please note that hybrid eligibility and schedules may vary based on business needs and manager expectations.
What you will be doing:
The Vice President of Engineering & Quality is responsible for leading the engineering organization for a $1B global Beauty & Wellness business unit, overseeing the design, development, and quality of a diverse portfolio of consumer products including home appliances, water filtration systems, humidifiers, consumer medical devices, beauty tools, and beauty liquids.
Reporting directly to the President of the Business Unit and serving as a member of the leadership team, this role leads a multidisciplinary engineering and advanced quality organization responsible for bringing innovative products to market and ensuring quality is built into every stage of product development.
The VP partners closely with the Vice Presidents of Innovation for Beauty and Wellness, as well as global Supply Chain leadership, to deliver approximately 30–40 new product development programs annually. The role also drives the engineering strategy, builds organizational capability, and ensures strong collaboration with global manufacturing partners across Asia and North America.
This is a hands-on leadership role suited for an experienced engineering executive who is passionate about consumer products and energized by building high-performing engineering teams that deliver innovation, speed, and product excellence.
Engineering & Product Development Leadership
- Lead the engineering organization responsible for the design, development, and launch of consumer products across the Beauty and Wellness portfolio.
- Partner with Innovation leadership to deliver 30–40 new product launches annually, ensuring programs meet performance targets, cost objectives, and launch timelines.
- Ensure engineering excellence across mechanical, electrical, hardware, firmware/software, materials, packaging, formulation, and quality disciplines.
- Provide technical leadership across product architecture, system design, testing, and product reliability.
Quality Leadership
- Lead Advanced Quality Engineering to ensure quality is designed into products from the earliest stages of development.
- Drive robust design validation, risk mitigation, and problem-solving processes during product development.
- Lead cross-functional investigations and engineering responses to post-launch product quality issues when design-related.
Technology Strategy & Innovation
- Define and execute the Engineering and Quality strategy aligned with business growth objectives.
- Lead Advanced Development and Technology initiatives focused on identifying emerging technologies and developing product concepts 2–3 years ahead of commercialization.
- Evaluate opportunities to buy, build, or partner on new technologies that strengthen product differentiation and capability.
Organizational Leadership
- Lead an organization of approximately 40–50 engineers, scientists, and technical professionals, including multiple Directors and senior managers.
- Build a culture of innovation, ownership, and high performance while developing the next generation of engineering leadership.
- Coach and mentor engineering leaders and strengthen organizational capability across disciplines.
- Continue evolving engineering processes and organizational maturity to support scale and speed.
Global Manufacturing Partnerships
- Collaborate closely with Supply Chain leadership to identify and develop the right manufacturing partners for new programs.
- Maintain strong engineering relationships with 30–40 global OEM and JDM partners across China, Southeast Asia, Mexico, and the United States.
- Ensure design-for-manufacturing principles and cost optimization are integrated into product development.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Partner closely with Innovation, Marketing, Supply Chain, Regulatory, and Commercial teams to ensure alignment across the product lifecycle.
- Support the company’s adoption of agile product development methodologies to accelerate innovation and improve product delivery.
- Serve as the technical voice of the organization within the Business Unit leadership team.
Skills needed to be successful in this role:
- Passion for consumer product innovation and engineering excellence
- Strong product intuition and systems thinking
- Ability to lead multidisciplinary engineering teams
- Proven track record delivering complex hardware products at scale
- Comfortable working across global manufacturing ecosystems
- Builder of high-performance teams and engineering culture
- Collaborative leadership style with strong cross-functional influence
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Physics
- 15+ years of engineering leadership experience in consumer products or related industries
- Experience leading large multidisciplinary engineering organizations (40+ engineers preferred)
- Demonstrated experience developing consumer appliances, medical devices, or beauty devices
- Strong understanding of high-volume manufacturing including electronics, PCBA, plastics molding, and final assembly
- Experience working with global OEM/JDM manufacturing partners
- Familiarity with regulatory and quality frameworks such as ISO 13485, ISO 9001, FDA medical device regulations and CPSC safety standards
- Domestic and international travel required, approximately 10–15%, including periodic travel to manufacturing partners in Asia and North America.
- Authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis
Preferred Qualifications:
- Master’s degree
In Massachusetts, the standard base pay range for this role is $206,918.46 - $258,648.08 annually. This base pay range is specific to Massachusetts and may not be applicable to other locations. Actual salaries will vary based on several factors, including but not limited to location, experience, skill level, and performance. The range listed is just one component of the total compensation package for employees.
Benefits: Salary + Bonus, Healthcare, Dental, Vision, Paid Holidays, Paid Parental Leave, 401(k) with company match, Basic Life Insurance, Short Term Disability (STD), Long Term Disability (LTD), Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Charitable (volunteer) Leave, and Educational Assistance.
Wondering if you should apply? Helen of Troy welcomes people as diverse as our brands! Have the confidence to come as who you are because your point of view, skills, and experience will make us stronger. If you're eager to share new ideas and try new things, we want to hear from you.
LI-SP1
LI-HYBRID
Helen of Troy is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We are committed to developing a diverse workforce and cultivating an inclusive environment. We value diversity and believe that we are strengthened by the differences in our experiences, thoughts, cultures, and backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.
We will provide individuals with disabilities with reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process. If you would like to request an accommodation, please contact Human Resources at (915) 225-8000.
Founded in 1968, Helen of Troy is a prominent player in the global consumer products industry, offering diverse career opportunities across North America, South America, Europe, and Asia. We boast a collection of renowned brands such as OXO, Hydro Flask, Osprey, Honeywell, PUR, Braun, Vicks, Hot Tools, Drybar, Curlsmith, Revlon, and Olive & June – many of which rank #1, #2, or #3 in their respective categories, making the Helen of Troy name synonymous with excellence and ingenuity.
At Helen of Troy, our strategy involves acquiring brands that we can integrate and enhance, amplifying their unique attributes to drive growth and profitability. Embracing a culture of collaboration internally and externally, we are committed to providing innovative solutions tailored to consumers, operational excellence, global scalability, and exceptional shared services to support our brand portfolio. This dedication to fostering development and success sets Helen of Troy apart as a pioneer in the industry, propelling our brands to unparalleled heights of success and recognition worldwide.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required of personnel so classified. Management retains the right to add or to change duties of the position at any time.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship as a VP Engineering
Align your credentials to engineering categories
TN classification for VP Engineering depends on your degree being in engineering or a directly related field. A business or general management degree alone won't qualify, even if you've led engineering teams for years.
Target companies with prior TN filing experience
Search employer records and visa filing history to identify companies experienced with work visa sponsorship for engineering roles. Familiarity with TN mechanics—including the support letter requirement and port-of-entry presentation process—shortens the offer-to-start timeline significantly for senior positions.
Prepare a detailed job duties letter early
CBP officers at the border assess whether VP Engineering duties are genuinely engineering-based versus purely administrative. Request that your employer draft a letter specifying technical oversight, architecture decisions, and hands-on engineering scope before your port-of-entry appointment.
Use Migrate Mate to find sponsoring employers
Search Migrate Mate to surface VP Engineering roles at companies already set up to sponsor TN visas. This filters out employers who haven't navigated TN sponsorship for senior technical leadership and reduces dead-end outreach.
Negotiate TN renewal timing into your offer
TN status is granted in three-year increments with no statutory limit on renewals. Before signing, confirm your employer will initiate renewal paperwork at least 90 days before expiration so executive search cycles don't disrupt your status.
Understand the Mexican consulate interview distinction
Mexican citizens cannot use the Canadian border port-of-entry process and must apply at a U.S. consulate. Schedule your USCIS-aligned consulate appointment immediately after receiving your offer letter to avoid delays in your start date.
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Find VP Engineering JobsVP Engineering TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a VP Engineering role actually qualify for TN visa status?
Yes, if the position requires and you hold a qualifying engineering degree. The TN engineer category covers roles with substantive technical scope, including engineering leadership. Problems arise when the job description emphasizes P&L management or people operations over technical decision-making. CBP will assess the actual duties, not just the title.
How does TN visa sponsorship compare to H-1B for a VP Engineering role?
TN has no annual lottery, no cap for Canadians, and can be approved at the border the same day for Canadian citizens. H-1B requires a lottery selection, a multi-month USCIS adjudication period, and significant employer filing costs. For qualified Canadian and Mexican engineers at the VP level, TN is typically faster and more predictable than H-1B.
Where can I find VP Engineering jobs with TN visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically to surface engineering roles at employers already set up to sponsor TN visas, which cuts out the significant time you'd otherwise spend researching sponsor history manually. Filtering by role and visa type gives you a shortlist of companies that have demonstrated TN sponsorship willingness for senior technical positions.
Can I switch employers after starting a VP Engineering role on TN status?
Yes, but your TN status is employer-specific. You must obtain new TN authorization tied to the new employer before starting work there. Canadian citizens can do this at a port of entry; Mexican citizens need a new consulate appointment. There is no grace period equivalent to the H-1B 60-day portability window.
What documents does my employer need to prepare for my TN application as a VP Engineering candidate?
Your employer must provide a detailed support letter on company letterhead specifying your job title, engineering duties, your degree's relevance to those duties, and the terms of employment including duration. The letter is the primary adjudication document at the border or consulate. Vague or title-only letters are a common cause of TN denials for senior roles.
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