Sr. Manager Manufacturing Engineering

Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Office, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.), Warehouse

At Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc., we offer an exceptional opportunity for a Process Engineering Senior 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 & Talent Development
  • Lead, mentor, and develop a team of process and automation engineers to deliver operational and strategic objectives.
  • Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement.
  • Conduct performance management, coaching, and career development planning.
  • Build technical capability through targeted training and knowledge-sharing programs.
• Process Improvement & Technical Excellence
  • I dentify, prioritize, and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, safety, yield, and reliability.
  • Lead root cause investigations and corrective/preventive actions for process deviations and incidents.
  • Apply Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and structured problem-solving methodologies to drive sustainable improvements.
  • Serve as a technical resource to Operations, EHS, QA, QC, and Procurement for daily problem-solving and incident investigations.
  • Ensure systematic oversight and optimization of critical plant systems (e.g., HVAC, compressed air, water, electrical, fire protection, scrubbers, thermal oxidizers, security, buildings & grounds) to maintain compliance and operational readiness.
  • Support regulatory, compliance, and audit activities aligned with industry and internal standards.
• Automation & Digital Enablement
  • Drive automation strategies to modernize packaging, filling, labeling, and material handling operations.
  • Evaluate, select, and implement new automation and control technologies to improve throughput, safety, and data integrity.
  • Partner with Maintenance, IT, and Quality to ensure robust system integration and lifecycle management.
  • Leverage digital tools, analytics, and manufacturing data systems to optimize workflows and asset utilization.
• Cross-Industry Best Practices
  • Translate best practices from chemical, pharmaceutical, food & beverage, or other regulated industries to strengthen site performance.
  • Lead and support process verification and validation activities, including IQ, OQ, and PQ, to ensure compliant and capable operations.
• Statistical Process Control (SPC) & Data-Driven Performance
  • Develop and sustain SPC systems to monitor, control, and improve product and process quality.
  • Analyze manufacturing data to identify trends, risks, and improvement opportunities.
  • Implement control charts and advanced statistical tools to drive process stability and capability.
• Continuous Improvement & Operational Excellence
  • Champion site-wide continuous improvement culture and governance.
  • Lead projects delivering measurable improvements in safety, quality, productivity, cost, and customer performance.
  • Establish performance metrics and standard work to sustain gains.
• Project & Capital Management
  • Lead engineering and capital projects from concept and feasibility through design, execution, validation, and handoff to operations.
  • Develop business cases, manage annual CapEx planning, and ensure disciplined project execution.
  • Deliver projects on time, within budget, and in compliance with quality and safety standards.
  • Align engineering roadmaps with site and divisional strategic objectives.

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.
• Proven track record of leading capital improvement projects at a manufacturing site (develop annual Capex budget, create, obtain approval, and complete individual Capex projects).
• Experience in a highly-regulated chemical production environment is strongly preferred.
• 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

The salary range estimated for this position based in New Jersey is $143,000.00–$214,475.00.

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: