Director, Engineering

Viant Medical; Collegeville (PA); Remote; USD 180,000 - 225,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative global medical device provider is seeking a Director of Engineering to lead operations across multiple sites. This remote-based role focuses on enhancing cost, delivery, and quality through best practices in capacity planning and product placement. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in the medical device industry, strong leadership abilities, and a passion for operational excellence. Join a forward-thinking company committed to quality and innovation, and make a significant impact on the future of medical technology.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in operations and manufacturing, preferably in medical devices.
• Strong leadership and communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Develop processes for capacity data monitoring and investment strategies.
• Collaborate with leaders to drive OPEX culture and project execution.

Skills

Operations Management

Manufacturing Processes

Analytical Skills

Leadership

Problem-Solving

Lean Manufacturing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Tools

Oracle

CNC Machines

Laser Welding

Grinding Equipment

Job description

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As the Director of Engineering for Advanced Metal Solutions, you will lead excellence in cost, delivery, and quality. Your role involves establishing best practices across multiple sites and guiding areas such as capacity planning, product placement, leveraging spending, standardization, new technology implementation, and operational excellence.

This remote-based position oversees operations at seven metal sites in NY, MA, IL, PA, WI, and IN.

Main Job Responsibilities

1. Develop processes for capacity data monitoring and updating, including routers in Oracle.
2. Analyze footprint and equipment capacity; develop investment strategies balancing standardization and specialization.
3. Collaborate with senior leaders to drive OPEX culture, project execution, facilities strategy, and capital planning.
4. Assess new business opportunities and assist in site selection considering resources, advantages, and continuity.
5. Create cost-saving plans through insourcing, spend leverage, and process standardization.
6. Improve machine uptime via predictive maintenance, real-time monitoring, and quick changeovers.
7. Identify capability gaps and guide investment in critical skills.
8. Support professional development of engineers in AMS.
9. Research and implement new technologies.
10. Provide guidance to AMS sites on problem solving, customer support, and validations.
11. Build relationships with suppliers and customers, providing technical support and collaboration.
12. Contribute to project aspects like manufacturability, timelines, critical paths, and resource planning.
13. Support multi-site initiatives and be a key member of the AMS leadership team with direct reporting to the VP of AMS Operations.

Position Requirements

1. 10+ years in operations and manufacturing; medical device industry experience preferred.
2. Experience in fast-growing medical device sectors, product introduction, engineering management, and equipment purchasing desired.
3. Knowledge of metal machining, CNC, Swiss, Grinding, Laser Welding, Etching, Electropolish, and Passivation.
4. Lean manufacturing experience preferred.
5. Strong leadership, influence, change management, judgment, and communication skills.
6. Analytical and problem-solving skills.

Education Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a technical field.

Physical Requirements

• Light work involving exerting up to 20 pounds of force.
• Visual acuity for inspecting parts and blueprints.

Work Conditions

• Office setting with some work on production floors.
• Potential hazards include moving mechanical parts, electrical, sharp metals, chemicals.
• Travel required up to 2-3 weeks per month.

We offer competitive salary, with a range of $180k-$225k, based on experience and location.

Viant is a global medical device provider committed to quality and innovation, with nearly 6,000 employees worldwide. Visit viantmedical.com or LinkedIn for more info.

We are an equal opportunity employer, valuing diversity and inclusion.