Director Engineering
Core
Lead engineering and maintenance teams supporting 24/7 assembly and packaging line operations in a highly regulated pharmaceutical manufacturing environment.
Role type
Director of Engineering (Manufacturing/Operations)
Builds
Commercial pharmaceutical products via assembly and packaging lines
Domain
Biotechnology / Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
Required skills
Strategic problem solving, GMP compliance, capital project management, team leadership, equipment reliability, regulatory knowledge (FDA/cGMP), cross-functional collaboration
Preferred skills
12+ years experience, regulated environment expertise, department leadership in GMP, regulatory trend analysis, staff motivation, resource prioritization
Technologies
GMP manufacturing equipment, integrated systems, automation tools
Responsibilities
Ensure safety and GMP compliance, maximize staff productivity, maintain equipment reliability, lead capital projects, manage departmental budget and KPIs, interface with internal network and external auditors, approve engineering designs, drive continuous improvement, deliver troubleshooting and downtime reduction
Seniority
Director, strategic leadership & hands-on management
