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
This role is critical to ensuring the continuous, compliant, and efficient operation of manufacturing equipment supporting drug production

Job Summary

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

Matching Summary

This role is critical to ensuring the continuous, compliant, and efficient operation of manufacturing equipment supporting drug production.

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 management
  • 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 capabilities

Key Requirements

  • 10+ years experience in reliability engineering
  • Minimum 5 years in a leadership role
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering required
  • Master's degree preferred
  • No visa sponsorship available

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