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Title: Director of EngineeringLocation: Lawrence, KSIndustry: Pharmaceutical ManufacturingAll potential candidates should read through the following details of this job with care before making an application.As the Director of Engineering, you will:Develops new products from concept to testing to production.Oversees progress and timeliness of projects.Reviews project reports to ensure projects are on schedule and within budget.Provides leadership for employees through effective communication, coaching, training, and development.Provides leadership for problem resolution to facilitate fast improvements and improved working relationships.Leads design engineering related to new product development and product & systemsDevelops and oversees machine and process validation programs, ensuring validation timelines are met.Prepares and manage capital projects including identifying scope, cost, milestones, etc.Establishes prepares, implements, revises, and maintains policies and procedures related to engineering and facilities.Oversees scope development, estimating and schedule commitments as part of building capex project proposals and administers and oversees Master site planning efforts at sites as requiredDrives site projects and project teams as needed, works with sites to problem solve and clear roadblocks during execution, and coordinates steerco's and governance metrics for sites in the networkAs the Director of Engineering, you will need: Bachelors degree in Engineering required; Master's degree in Engineering or Business Administration preferred.Minimum 15 years working experience in plant engineering and capital projects in a Biopharmaceutical, pharmaceutical, or other high-tech manufacturing environment.PE designation preferred.Knowledge of cGMP requirements for the pharmaceutical industry preferred.Solid knowledge base and experience in engineering/construction project controls and project execution and ability/experience functioning globally within a diverse teamAbility to produce and present clear, concise, and professionally written communications and presentations.