Description Build What's Next at Workhorse Workhorse Group Inc. (Nasdaq: WKHS) is an American industrial technology company headquartered in the Detroit, Michigan area that designs, engineers, and produces the intelligent industrial machines that are the lifeblood of modern economies. Our products include battery-electric commercial vehicles, and we're expanding into modular data centers that support rapidly deployable AI infrastructure.
From our manufacturing facility in Union City, Indiana, we bring together expertise in electrification, high-voltage systems integration, and advanced manufacturing to build reliable products for demanding real-world applications.
Backed by experienced leadership, established customer relationships, and domestic manufacturing capabilities, we're building on what we know while developing what's next.
About the Role The Vice President, TerraPod Modular Data Center Solutions will lead the strategy, development, and commercialization of Workhorse's next-generation modular infrastructure business. This executive will be responsible for building and scaling the organization, establishing the product vision, developing strategic partnerships, and delivering innovative solutions that meet evolving customer needs.
Reporting to the Chief Product and Engineering Officer, this leader will work across engineering, operations, sales, finance, and external partners to create a scalable and profitable business focused on modular data center solutions supporting AI and high-performance computing applications. This is a highly visible leadership opportunity to build a business from the ground up and shape its long-term success.
What You Will Do
- Develop and execute the vision, strategy, and product roadmap for Workhorse's modular data center solutions business while driving execution from concept through commercialization.
- Build, lead, and scale a high-performing multidisciplinary organization spanning systems engineering, mechanical, electrical, thermal, manufacturing, and program management functions.
- Establish product requirements, system architectures, development plans, and platform strategies that support scalable, customer-focused modular infrastructure solutions.
- Lead product development activities including system integration, design reviews, risk management, supplier engagement, verification, validation, and product release readiness.
- Personally drive early-stage technical planning, cross-functional execution, and program leadership while establishing the processes, teams, and capabilities necessary for long-term growth.
- Translate customer requirements into practical, scalable product solutions, balancing performance, manufacturability, cost, schedule, and business objectives.
- Lead delivery of development, prototype, and production programs, ensuring alignment with technical requirements, budgets, timelines, and customer expectations.
- Establish engineering, program management, and product lifecycle processes that support efficient execution, operational excellence, and commercialization success.
- Collaborate closely with manufacturing, operations, supply chain, quality, finance, sales, and executive leadership to align product strategy, operational execution, and business objectives.
- Build and maintain strategic relationships with customers, suppliers, technology providers, and industry partners to accelerate product development and market adoption.
- Lead technical and commercial discussions with key stakeholders, serving as an executive representative for the business while providing hands-on leadership when required.
- Identify and mitigate technical, operational, and program risks while resolving complex challenges related to system integration, product performance, and program execution.
- Support business development efforts through customer engagement, proposal development, solution definition, and commercialization planning.
- Foster a culture of innovation, accountability, collaboration, and execution excellence while building the foundation for a scalable and profitable business.
Requirements
Required Qualifications & Skill
- Master's degree in Engineering or a related technical field.
- 10+ years of leadership experience in data centers, critical infrastructure, energy systems, advanced technology products, or related industries.
- Proven success leading complex multidisciplinary engineering organizations and delivering large-scale technical programs.
- Experience building and scaling new businesses, product lines, or transformational initiatives.
- Demonstrated P&L ownership with responsibility for business performance, budgeting, forecasting, capital investments, resource allocation, and achieving financial objectives.
- Strong commercial acumen with experience managing budgets, investments, and business performance.
- Demonstrated ability to build strategic partnerships and influence executive stakeholders.
- Exceptional leadership, communication, and organizational development skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- MBA strongly preferred.
- Experience in modular infrastructure, AI computing environments, advanced manufacturing, or related technologies.
- Experience bringing new products from concept through commercialization.
- Background working with strategic technology, infrastructure, or industrial partners.
Why Workhorse
Engineering and Manufacturing for the Work Ahead At Workhorse, ideas become physical products. Our teams design, engineer, test, validate, and manufacture solutions for demanding real-world applications. You'll contribute to work that matters, backed by experienced leadership, established customer relationships, and a strong manufacturing foundation.
See Your Work Take Shape There's something rewarding about seeing your work move from an idea to a finished product. At Workhorse, engineering, operations, and manufacturing work closely together, giving employees the opportunity to see the results of their contributions.
Experience Behind Us. Opportunity Ahead. Workhorse combines experienced leadership, established commercial vehicle customers and partners, and an existing manufacturing operation with opportunities in new markets. We're strengthening our commercial vehicle business while developing Modular AI Infrastructure - creating opportunities to help shape what comes next.
Work Together. Take Ownership. We believe good work comes from talented people working together. Our teams value open communication, practical problem-solving, accountability, and respect. Employees are encouraged to contribute ideas, take initiative, and make a meaningful impact. A Workplace with Personality We take pride in our work, but we also believe in enjoying the people we work with. You'll find opportunities for connection, collaboration, and camaraderie. At select locations, that includes a dog-friendly workplace in accordance with site guidelines.
You Can Always Count on a Workhorse Workhorse ValuesIntegrity | Transparency, Accountability & Results | Pride in Excellence Intentional Innovation | Extraordinary Talent and Teamwork
Workhorse Group Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.
