JONESBORO, Ark. — Hytrol is proud to announce the hiring of Chris Tucker as the company’s Vice President of Engineering Strategy.

With more than 20 years of engineering leadership experience, Tucker will focus on supporting the long-term growth and continued success of Hytrol’s engineering team. His responsibilities include product design, engineered-to-order solutions, new product development, controls and system-level engineering. Tucker will also build upon Hytrol’s current efforts through personnel development, process improvements and strengthened cross-functional support.

“I’m excited and grateful for the opportunity to join Hytrol,” Tucker said. “Hytrol has a long history of success, and I’m proud to now be a part of that story. I look forward to working alongside the talented people across the organization and doing my part to help position Hytrol for the opportunities and growth ahead.”

“Chris brings a strong combination of engineering leadership, strategic thinking and a passion for developing innovative solutions for our customers,” said Boyce Bonham, Chief Technology Officer. “His experience and perspective will be a tremendous asset as we continue to strengthen our engineering organization, and position Hytrol for continued growth. I’m confident Chris will have a significant impact on our company and, most importantly, on the value we deliver to our customers.”

A Bismarck, Arkansas, native, Tucker holds a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock. Outside the office, he enjoys spending time with family and friends, traveling, being outdoors and tinkering with anything mechanical or technical to see how it works.