Engineering Sr. Manager Job Spokane area,Washington USA,Engineering

Sr. Manager of Engineering

Our client – a global and growing Bio Pharma CDMO company needs a Sr. Manager of Engineering at their expanding plant in WA state. Excellent total comp. Up to $250K+ with good Benefits + Relocation Bonus.

Job Title:

Engineering Sr. Manager / Associate Director – Pharma Aseptic Filling

Location:

Spokane, WA

Overnight Travel: 10%

Relocation:
The client offers a lumpsum bonus for relo assistance.

Compensation:
Salary range up to $215K base + Annual Bonus (15%).

Full Benefits:
Medical, Vision, Dental, 15 days’ vacation/Sick time, 10 Holidays, 401k (match up to 4%).

Company Info:
Our client is a growing CDMO company in the Pharmaceutical Industry. They are a part of a global parent company with sites in many countries including around 1,300 people at this site in Spokane, WA.

This is an integrated contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) offering specialized Aseptic Sterile manufacturing, filling and lyophilization of drug products in Vials.

Group Info:
Lead the Engineering group supporting the existing and expansion site in Spokane, WA. The group will have around 22 engineers reporting to this role including Manufacturing Engineering, Automation, Project Engineers/Managers, Reliability. These 3 groups are separate and will not report to this role – Validation, Maintenance, Facilities.

Note1:
The company recently completed their third state-of-the-art Sterile Liquid compounding & Vial Filling line and are expanding again with a 4th line at this site.

Note 2:
This is a hands-on role and the manager is expected to lead the team by example and perform some strategic engineering work and also lead this group. He will report to the Sr. Director of Engineering.

Note 3:
This role can be top graded to an Associate Director for the right person with this level of experience.

Summary:

The Sr. Engineering Manager – Assoc. Director will lead a team of technical professionals responsible for the design, installation, qualification, and ongoing operational improvement of state-of-the-art aseptic filling equipment for liquid and lyophilized pharmaceutical products. This role ensures compliance with cGMP, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices while driving reliability, innovation and efficiency in sterile manufacturing operations.

Job Description:

Manage end-to-end engineering projects for aseptic filling systems, isolators, lyophilizers, and component preparation equipment including concept design, procurement, installation, commissioning, and qualification.

Develop and maintain project timelines, budgets, and resource plans.

Define technical requirements for filling lines, filling assemblies, isolators, lyophilizers, component preparation equipment, product and diluent vessels and associated SCADA components.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Manufacturing, Quality, Validation) to ensure equipment meets process and regulatory needs.

Oversee equipment installation and integration into existing facilities.

Lead IQ/OQ/PQ activities in alignment with validation protocols and regulatory standards.

Ensure adherence to global regulatory requirements and guidelines for aseptic processing and regulatory standards.

Prepare and review engineering documentation, including URS, FAT/SAT reports, and qualification protocols.

Own equipment related deviation and CAPA investigation and remediation.

Supervise and mentor a team of 10 technical engineers

Foster a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Quality, select and manage equipment suppliers and contractors.

Negotiate contracts and ensure timely delivery of equipment and services.

Candidate Must Have:

Bachelor's degree in a technical & related field.