Senior Manager, Manufacturing Engineering

Danaher Corporation

. Lead and develop a team of engineers supporting manufacturing operations and building technical capability .

Posted 10/2/2026full-timeUnited StatesSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading engineering teams and driving continuous improvement initiatives within manufacturing operations, ensuring compliance with safety standards and regulatory requirements. Proficient in managing capital projects and enhancing manufacturing processes to optimize productivity and product quality.

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Technical LeadershipContinuous ImprovementProject ManagementCross-Functional Team LeadershipCGMP Compliance

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Hard Skills

Value Stream MappingLean MethodologiesProblem SolvingManufacturing Process ImprovementCapital Project ManagementAseptic ManufacturingEngineering SupportWorkflow ImprovementSafety Standards ComplianceQuality Systems

Soft Skills

Team LeadershipCollaborationCommunicationIssue ResolutionMentoring

Industry Keywords

Manufacturing OperationsEHS RequirementsQuality AssuranceRegulatory RequirementsTechnical Capability DevelopmentProductivity EnhancementCost ManagementEquipment QualificationDesign and CommissioningDaily Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead and develop a team of engineers supporting manufacturing operations and building technical capability
Provide technical leadership and day-to-day engineering support to manufacturing operations
Resolve issues affecting safety, quality, delivery, productivity, and cost
Drive continuous improvement using Value Stream Mapping, Daily Management, Kaizen, Problem Solving, and other Lean methodologies
Lead process, equipment, and workflow improvement projects to increase capacity, productivity, and product quality
Manage capital projects from concept through implementation, including design, commissioning, qualification, and startup
Partner with Operations, Quality, Maintenance, Supply Chain, and EHS teams to develop and execute value stream strategies
Ensure engineering activities comply with safety standards, quality systems, regulatory requirements, company policies, cGMP, and EHS requirements

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related technical field
10+ years of experience supporting manufacturing equipment, processes, and operations in a manufacturing environment
Demonstrated knowledge of current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP)
Demonstrated experience leading cross-functional teams and continuous improvement initiatives in a manufacturing environment
Experience coordinating the work of engineers, technicians, contractors, or other technical resources
Demonstrated experience leading capital, equipment, or process improvement projects from concept through implementation
Aseptic manufacturing experience is a plus

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive, competitive benefit programs
Health care program
Paid time off