Manufacturing Engineering Manager

Thermo Fisher Scientific

Charlotte, North Carolina

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Automation, Biotech and Pharmaceutical, Business Plan, Business Skills, Cancer, Capital Equipment Purchasing, Communication Skills, Continuous Improvement, Cost Control, Cross-Functional, Current Good Manufacturing Practice (cGMP), Documentation, Electricity, Engineering Management, Engineering Software, Environmental Compliance, Equipment Specification, Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA), Food Safety, GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices), Industry Standards, Interpersonal Skills, Leadership, Lean Manufacturing, Lean Six Sigma, Lift/Move 40 Pounds, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Engineering, Manufacturing Management, Manufacturing Systems, Manufacturing/Industrial Processes, Mechanical Engineering, Medical Equipment, Mentoring, Microsoft Office, People Management, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Product/Service Launch, Professional Engineer, Project Management Professional (PMP), Project/Program Management, Quality Management, Regulations, Research & Development (R&D), Safety Standards, Safety/Work Safety, Six Sigma, Statistical Process Control, Supply Chain, Technical Analysis, United States Department of Energy (DOE), Vendor/Supplier Selection, Willing to Travel
LOCATION
Charlotte, North Carolina
POSTED
26 days ago

Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance, Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.), Strong Odors (chemical, lubricants, biological products etc.)

Job Description

As part of the ThermoFisher Scientific team, you'll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join our colleagues in bringing our Mission to life every single day to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. We provide our global teams with the resources needed to achieve individual career goals while helping to take science a step beyond by developing solutions for some of the world's toughest challenges, like protecting the environment, making sure our food is safe or helping find cures for cancer.

DESCRIPTION

The Manufacturing Engineering Manager leads and develops engineering teams to ensure operational excellence across manufacturing facilities. This role combines technical expertise with leadership to drive continuous improvement in quality, efficiency, and innovation. Working closely with cross-functional teams including R&D, Operations, Quality, and Supply Chain, you'll oversee new product introductions, new equipment sourcing, equipment optimization, process improvements, and technical issue resolution. You'll support ThermoFisher Scientific's mission by implementing effective engineering solutions that help make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer.

REQUIREMENTS

  • Advanced degree plus 8 years of experience, or bachelor's degree plus 10 years of experience in manufacturing engineering in regulated industry (pharmaceutical, medical device, or high-tech manufacturing)
  • Preferred Fields of Study: Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, or related field)
  • Professional certifications (PE, PMP, Six Sigma) highly valued
  • 3+ years of people management/leadership experience
  • Expertise in cGMP regulations, quality systems, and industry standards
  • Strong project management capabilities to lead cross-functional initiatives
  • Experience with statistical process control, FMEA, DOE, and other quality tools
  • Proficiency in developing and optimizing manufacturing processes and documentation
  • Track record of implementing continuous improvement and cost reduction projects
  • Ability to analyze complex technical issues and develop data-driven solutions
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively across all levels
  • Experience with capital equipment specification, procurement and implementation
  • Knowledge of automation, Industry 4.0, and digital manufacturing technologies
  • Demonstrated ability to develop and mentor engineering talent
  • Strong business acumen and planning capabilities
  • Ability to work in controlled room environments when required
  • Travel required (10-25%) for project support and site collaboration
  • Proficiency with engineering software, MS Office, and manufacturing systems
  • Experience with Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies preferred
  • Ability to maintain professional focus in challenging situations
  • Demonstrated commitment to workplace safety and environmental compliance

About the Company

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Thermo Fisher Scientific

Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. (NYSE: TMO) is the world leader in serving science. Our mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. With revenues of nearly $11 billion, we have approximately 37,000 employees and serve customers within pharmaceutical and biotech companies, hospitals and clinical diagnostic labs, universities, research institutions and government agencies, as well as in environmental and process control industries. We create value for our key stakeholders through two premier brands, Thermo Scientific and Fisher Scientific, which offer a unique combination of continuous technology development and the most convenient purchasing options. Our products and services help accelerate the pace of scientific discovery, and solve analytical challenges ranging from complex research to routine testing to field applications.

All of our employees share a common set of values - Integrity, Intensity, Innovation and Involvement. Our ability to grow year after year is driven by our ability to attract, develop and retain world-class people who will thrive in our environment and share in our desire to improve mankind by enabling our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer.

If you share in our values and if you're looking for an employer who is strongly committed to developing talent and rewarding achievement, come grow with us at Thermo Fisher Scientific.

Thermo Fisher Scientific is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.

COMPANY SIZE
10,000 employees or more
INDUSTRY
All
WEBSITE
https://corporate.thermofisher.com/en/home.html