Director Engineering

Job Title:

Director Engineering

Location:

Charlotte, NC

Job Type:

Full-Time, On Site

Job Summary

We are seeking a senior Engineering leader to drive standardization, scalability, and operational excellence across multiple manufacturing locations. This role is responsible for establishing best-in-class manufacturing processes, leading continuous improvement initiatives, and supporting new product and process introductions. The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader with strong technical depth and cross-functional influence.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and deploy standardized manufacturing process engineering practices across multiple facilities
• Lead process optimization initiatives to improve quality, efficiency, and cost performance
• Oversee development and maintenance of core process documentation and validation standards
• Ensure manufacturing processes remain audit-ready and compliant with applicable quality systems
• Provide strategic oversight of automation, controls, and advanced manufacturing initiatives
• Support new product and process launches through structured readiness and validation activities
• Drive continuous improvement efforts focused on scrap reduction, throughput, and process capability
• Partner with operations, quality, and maintenance teams to resolve complex production issues
• Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing, multi-site engineering team

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical discipline (advanced degree preferred)
• 10\+ years of progressive manufacturing engineering experience, including leadership responsibility
• Strong background in process standardization, continuous improvement, and launch support
• Experience leading engineering teams across multiple locations
• Proven ability to drive change, influence stakeholders, and improve operational performance
• Willingness to travel periodically to support manufacturing sites