Manufacturing Engineer
Danaher Corporation
Summary
The Manufacturing Engineer leads process improvement and equipment-related projects, investigates and resolves technical issues, and implements sustainable solutions using engineering and Lean principles. Working cross-functionally with Operations, Quality, Maintenance, and other stakeholders, the Manufacturing Engineer helps ensure reliable, compliant, and efficient manufacturing processes that meet customer and business needs.
Job description
What you will do:
- Lead and participate in Kaizens and other continuous improvement initiatives to improve safety, reduce waste, increase equipment reliability, and enhance operational performance.
- Provide day-to-day engineering support to a manufacturing value stream, proactively addressing issues impacting safety, quality, delivery, capacity, and cost while supporting production goals and operational priorities.
- Plan and execute engineering projects including equipment upgrades, process improvements, engineering studies, new product introductions, and capital installations from concept through implementation and qualification (IQ/OQ).
- Drive structured problem solving and root cause investigations utilizing Lean tools and data analysis methodologies, to resolve technical issues and implement effective corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs).
- Partner with Operations, Quality, Maintenance, and EHS teams to improve manufacturing performance and ensure compliance with safety, cGMP, and company requirements.
Who you are:
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
- 5+ years of engineering experience in an automated manufacturing, production, life sciences, medical device, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, automotive, or other regulated industrial environment.
- Experience leading process improvement and problem-solving activities using Lean, Six Sigma, or equivalent continuous improvement methodologies.
- Working knowledge of statistical analysis, process capability, and Design of Experiments (DOE) to support data-driven decision making and process optimization.
- Experience supporting automated manufacturing equipment, process or product qualifications and working within regulated quality systems, including documentation, validation, and change control activities.
It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in:
- Bottle filling
- Robots
- Packaging equipment
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
- 5+ years of engineering experience in an automated manufacturing, production, life sciences, medical device, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, automotive, or other regulated industrial environment.
- Experience leading process improvement and problem-solving activities using Lean, Six Sigma, or equivalent continuous improvement methodologies.
- Working knowledge of statistical analysis, process capability, and Design of Experiments (DOE) to support data-driven decision making and process optimization.
- Experience supporting automated manufacturing equipment, process or product qualifications and working within regulated quality systems, including documentation, validation, and change control activities.
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Paid time off
- 401(k)
- Bonus incentive pay
Company overview
Danaher Corporation is a leading global science and technology innovator headquartered in Washington, D.C., specializing in biotechnology, life sciences, and diagnostics. Founded in 1984 by brothers Steven and Mitchell Rales, the company has evolved from its origins as a manufacturing conglomerate into a premier healthcare technology organization with approximately 63,000 employees worldwide. Danaher operates through three core divisions: biotechnology (28% of revenues), which develops products for therapeutic development; life sciences (31% of revenues), focused on disease identification, new therapies, and drug testing/manufacturing; and diagnostics (41% of revenues), providing instruments, consumables, and software for disease diagnosis. The company's portfolio includes renowned brands such as Beckman Coulter, Cytiva, Pall Corporation, Cepheid, Leica Microsystems, and Abcam, serving pharmaceutical companies, biotechnology firms, healthcare providers, and research institutions globally. Danaher is distinguished by its Danaher Business System (DBS), a continuous improvement methodology that drives innovation and operational excellence. With 2024 revenues of $23.9 billion, the company ranks 180th on the Fortune 500 and plays a critical role in advancing scientific research, improving diagnostic capabilities, and accelerating the development of life-saving therapies.