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AST · 5 days ago

Director of Engineering

Tacoma, WA

Full-time

Hybrid

Director/Executive

$150K/yr - $200K/yr

10+ years exp

AST is a company dedicated to enhancing the efficiency and safety of flexible aseptic manufacturing processes for the Life Science Industry. The Director of Engineering will lead and manage the engineering functions, driving innovation and ensuring engineering excellence across projects and processes.

BiotechnologyConsumer ElectronicsHealth CareInformation TechnologyManufacturingPharmaceuticalRobotics

Comp. & Benefits

No H1B

Hiring Manager

Annika Mayes, SPHR

Responsibilities

Develop and execute the engineering department’s strategic plan aligned with organizational goals

Lead, mentor, and manage a multidisciplinary team of engineers (mechanical, electrical, controls, and automation)

Drive a culture of innovation, continuous improvement, and cross-functional collaboration

Oversee the design, development, and implementation of mechanical and electrical systems for manufacturing equipment and production lines

Ensure the timely and cost-effective execution of engineering projects, from concept through production launch

Develop and maintain engineering standards, processes, and documentation to ensure consistency and compliance

Partner with operations, production, and service teams to improve equipment reliability, reduce downtime, and optimize manufacturing processes

Provide engineering support for root cause analysis and resolution of complex technical issues on the production floor

Implement and sustain robust preventive and predictive maintenance strategies involving controls and automation systems

Guide the design and integration of electrical control systems, including PLCs, HMIs, and sensors

Ensure compliance with relevant safety and electrical standards (e.g., NEC, UL, NFPA 70E, IEC)

Evaluate and approve control system architectures, schematics, and panel layouts

Support project management with scope development, budgeting, scheduling, and execution planning

Collaborate with procurement, suppliers, and contractors to source components, and ensure quality deliverables

Ensure engineering activities comply with applicable regulations, safety standards, and quality certifications (e.g., ISO 9001)

Promote a strong safety culture in all engineering and manufacturing practices

Qualification

Mechanical EngineeringElectrical EngineeringPLC ProgrammingProject ManagementLean ManufacturingSix SigmaAutomation HardwareLeadership SkillsCommunication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsProblem-Solving Mindset