Director, Engineering

Merck & Co., Inc.

Base: $173,200.00 - $272,600.00; bonus/equity: ann...
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Reliability engineering leadership in pharmaceuticals
Fda ema gmp regulatory compliance knowledge
Root cause analysis and capa implementation
** Merck & Co., Inc. is seeking a Director of Engineering to lead reliability engineering efforts in vaccine manufacturing, focusing on optimizing equipment performance and ensuring compliance with industry regulations. The ideal candidate will possess significant experience in reliability engineering and leadership within highly regulated environments. **

Job Summary

  • This role is critical to ensuring the continuous, compliant, and efficient operation of manufacturing equipment that supports drug production.
  • The successful candidate will lead a team focused on maximizing equipment uptime while reducing unplanned downtime through advanced reliability strategies.
  • Candidates will benefit from a competitive salary range, comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for professional development within a leading pharmaceutical company.

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** Merck & Co., Inc. is seeking a Director of Engineering to lead reliability engineering efforts in vaccine manufacturing, focusing on optimizing equipment performance and ensuring compliance with industry regulations. The ideal candidate will possess significant experience in reliability engineering and leadership within highly regulated environments. **

Salary

Base: $173,200.00 - $272,600.00; Bonus/Equity: Annual bonus and long-term incentive eligible; Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid holidays, vacation

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Reliability Engineering leadership in pharmaceuticals
  • FDA EMA GMP regulatory compliance knowledge
  • Root cause analysis and CAPA implementation
  • RCM and predictive maintenance program oversight
  • EAM systems and reliability data analytics

Nice-to-have

  • Six Sigma or Lean Manufacturing certifications
  • Experience with ICH Q9 risk management frameworks
  • Knowledge of automation and control systems
  • Strong cross-functional influence skills
  • Portfolio and program management experience

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering required; Master's preferred
  • 10+ years experience in reliability engineering within pharma
  • Minimum 5 years in a leadership role managing teams
  • Expertise in FMEA, RCM, Weibull analysis, and fault tree analysis
  • No visa sponsorship available for this position

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