Engineering Manager

Location: Bridgewater, New Jersey, United States of America

Category: Operations

Employment Type: Full time

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Job Description

As part of the Thermo Fisher Scientific team, you’ll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join our colleagues in bringing

At Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc., we offer an exceptional opportunity for a Process Engineering Manager to lead our divisional LCD process improvement program. You will play a crucial role in optimizing and continually enhancing process efficiencies, quality, safety, and automation within our manufacturing operations. By collaborating with multi-functional teams and analyzing production methods, you will successfully implement structured continuous improvement methodologies to enhance performance. Expect to lead and develop a high-performing team while technically supporting optimization opportunities and fostering a culture of detailed execution and innovation.

Key Responsibilities

• Team Leadership and Development:
  • Lead, mentor, and coach a team of engineers.
  • Champion a collaborative and innovative team environment.
  • Conduct regular performance evaluations and provide constructive feedback.
  • Develop training programs to enhance the skills and knowledge of the engineering team.

• Process Improvement:
  • Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency, reduce waste, and enhance safety.
  • Conduct root cause analysis and develop corrective actions for process-related issues.
  • Apply Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma principles to drive continuous improvement.
  • Support regulatory and compliance requirements to industry standards.

• Automation and Technology:
  • Drive initiatives to enhance day-to-day plant operations by automating manual processes such as packaging, filling, and labeling.
  • Evaluate and implement new automation technologies to enhance production capabilities.
  • Collaborate with maintenance, IT, and quality teams to ensure seamless integration of automation systems.
  • Leverage digital tools and data analytics to optimize workflows and equipment utilization.

• Cross-Industry Best Practices:
  • Bring proven experience from chemical, pharmaceutical, food & beverage, or other regulated industries and translate best practices across industries to strengthen safety, quality, and reliability.
  • Experience with process verification and validation activities (IQ, OQ, PQ).

• Statistical Process Control:
  • Develop and maintain SPC systems to monitor and improve product quality.
  • Analyze production data to identify trends and areas for improvement.
  • Implement control charts and other SPC tools for consistent product quality.

• Continuous Improvement:
  • Champion continuous improvement initiatives across the plant.
  • Develop and implement projects to enhance safety, quality, productivity, and cost savings.

• Project Management:
  • Plan, execute, and lead engineering projects from feasibility through completion.
  • Ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards.
  • Coordinate with other departments to align projects with plant goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (required) in Chemical, Mechanical, Industrial Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in process engineering within chemical, pharmaceutical, food & beverage, or other highly regulated manufacturing environments, with at least 3 years in a supervisory or managerial role.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, automation systems, and packaging/filling operations.
• Understanding of process automation and control systems (e.g., PLC, SCADA, robotics, vision inspection).
• Proficiency in SPC and continuous improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma).
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, complex environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree or equivalent experience in Engineering or a related field.
• Certification in Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma (Green Belt or Black Belt).
• Demonstrated success leading automation implementation projects in filling, labeling, or packaging operations.

Compensation and Benefits

This position may also be eligible to receive a variable annual bonus based on company, team, and/or individual performance results in accordance with company policy. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that our U.S. colleagues and their families can count on, which includes:

• A choice of national medical and dental plans, and a national vision plan, including health incentive programs

• Employee assistance and family support programs, including commuter benefits and tuition reimbursement

• At least 120 hours paid time off (PTO), 10 paid holidays annually, paid parental leave (3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiver leave), accident and life insurance, and short- and long-term disability in accordance with company policy

• Retirement and savings programs, such as our competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings plan

• Employees’ Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) offers eligible colleagues the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount

For more information on our benefits, please visit: https://jobs.thermofisher.com/global/en/total-rewards