Position SummaryThe Director of Engineering is a key member of the Life Sciences Operations leadership team, responsible for defining and executing the engineering strategy across multiple manufacturing sites. This role ensures the delivery of scalable, high-quality engineering solutions that enable business growth, operational excellence, and product innovation.
The Director leads cross-functional alignment between Engineering, Operations, R&D, Supply Chain, and Commercial teams to translate business priorities into executable plans. This role drives engineering standardization, optimizes resource utilization, and fosters a culture of continuous improvement, accountability, and innovation.
What You'll do as a Director EngineeringEnterprise Engineering Leadership- Provide strategic direction and oversight for engineering activities across multiple manufacturing locations, ensuring alignment with business objectives and operational priorities.
- Standardize engineering processes and deliverables across engineer-to-order and design-to-order environments.
Strategic Planning & Execution- Develop and execute multi-site engineering strategies, including in-sourcing, product transfers, capacity optimization, and manufacturing footprint initiatives.
- Drive alignment of engineering resources to support both current product support and new product development priorities.
Cross-Functional Partnership- Partner with R&D to accelerate new product introductions through effective resource planning and prioritization.
- Collaborate with Marketing and Commercial teams to prioritize and execute product lifecycle and sustaining engineering initiatives.
- Support Operations leadership in optimizing manufacturing processes, test methods, and production systems.
Program & Portfolio Management- Lead prioritization, execution, and delivery of engineering programs, ensuring adherence to scope, timelines, and cost targets.
- Identify risks, dependencies, and mitigation strategies, proactively communicating to leadership.
Operational Excellence & Continuous Improvement- Champion LEAN methodologies and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance quality, efficiency, and cost performance.
- Drive standard work, metrics, and accountability across engineering teams.
Leadership & Talent Development- Build, lead, and develop high-performing engineering teams, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and accountability.
- Provide coaching, performance feedback, and succession planning to strengthen organizational capability.
Financial Management- Own and manage the engineering operating budget ($5-7M), ensuring alignment with strategic priorities and financial targets.
The Experience, Skills, and Abilities NeededRequired: - Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Biomedical, Chemical Engineering, or related field
- Minimum 10 years of progressive engineering experience within a manufacturing environment
- Minimum 5 years of leadership experience managing teams or functions
- Experience in capital equipment and/or consumable products industries (e.g., medical device, aerospace, defense, industrial equipment)
- Demonstrated track record leading engineering strategy across multiple sites or complex operations
- Strong program and project management capabilities, including new product introduction (NPI) and manufacturing transfers
- Experience with LEAN manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies
- Experience evaluating and implementing capital equipment investments
Preferred:
- Masters in Engineering Discipline, MBA
- Experience in more than one of the following functional areas: Operations, Supply Chain, Quality
- PMP certification
Other: - Proven ability to lead and influence cross-functional, matrixed teams at senior levels
- Strong business acumen with demonstrated capability to make data-driven decisions
- Exceptional communication skills (executive presentations, stakeholder engagement, customer interaction)
- Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver results in a fast-paced environment
- Demonstrated track record of driving operational improvements in quality, cost, and delivery
- High level of personal accountability, integrity, and leadership presence
What STERIS OffersWe value our employees and are committed to providing a comprehensive benefits package that supports your health, well-being, and financial future.
Here is a brief overview of what we offer:
- Market competitive pay
- Extensive paid time off and (9) added holidays
- Excellent healthcare, dental, and vision benefits
- Long/short term disability coverage
- 401(K) with company match
- Maternity and parental leave
- Additional add on benefits/discounts for programs such as pet insurance
- Tuition reimbursement and continued educational programs
- Excellent opportunities for advancement in a stable long-term career
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Pay range for this opportunity is $144,500.00 - $187,000.00. This position is eligible for bonus participation.
Minimum pay rates offered will comply with county/city minimums, if higher than range listed. Pay rates are based on a number of factors, including but not limited to local labor market costs, years of relevant experience, education, professional certifications, foreign language fluency, etc.
STERIS offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits portfolio. Click here for a complete list of benefits: STERIS Benefits
Open until position is filled.
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