Director, Manufacturing Engineering

Acumed LLC

Come join a team where People make the difference! As a part of Marmon Holdings, Inc., a highly decentralized organization, we rely heavily on people with the aptitude, attitude, and entrepreneurial spirit to drive our success, and we're committed to attracting and retaining top talent.

Job Scope

The Director, Manufacturing Engineering leads teams across multiple production facilities, overseeing the entire product lifecycle from new product introduction (NPI) to obsolescence. This role ensures alignment with strategic goals, manages cross-functional collaboration, and drives continuous improvement efforts. The Director is responsible for recommending new technologies, maintaining regulatory compliance, and mentoring engineering talent.

Duties/Responsibilities

1. Lead cross-functional teams, including R&D, Product Management, Quality, and Operations, to deliver on-time, in-scope results.
2. Align resources to support business objectives and strategic initiatives across facilities.
3. Foster a continuous improvement culture, driving results in NPI, order fulfillment, safety, scrap reduction, and cost of goods sold (COGS) reduction.
4. Provide technical leadership in New Product Development, ensuring deadlines and standards are met.
5. Recommend new manufacturing technologies for current and future product lines.
6. Ensure regulatory compliance, foster a Quality First culture, and maintain good documentation practices.
7. Present project status updates and technical issues to senior leadership and other stakeholders.
8. Develop highly competent teams with strong technical skills and strategic focus.
9. Manage department goals and metrics, addressing challenges as needed.
10. Oversee the department’s COGS budget, ensuring accurate forecasting and efficient spending.
11. Build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
12. Mentor direct reports and foster a culture of accountability.

Qualifications

1. Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology (Mechanical or Manufacturing preferred); Master’s degree is a plus.
2. 10+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering management, preferably in a highly regulated industry (e.g., medical devices).
3. Strong technical expertise in manufacturing technologies, including high precision techniques, design for manufacturing, and design for reliability.
4. Familiarity with FDA, ISO, and OSHA compliance standards.
5. Proven experience leading NPI efforts, resource planning, and budget management.
6. Strong communication, leadership, and team development skills.
7. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and ERP systems.
8. Six Sigma or other process improvement certifications are a plus.
9. Ability to travel approximately three times per year.

Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to their membership in any protected class. If you require any reasonable accommodation to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process, please email your request to , and please be sure to include the title and the location of the position for which you are applying.