Director of Engineering Jobs

A Director of Engineering in the manufacturing engineering industry is primarily responsible for overseeing the development and implementation of engineering projects, strategies, and practices. They are the link between the senior management and the engineering team, ensuring that all projects align with the company's strategic goals. The Director of Engineering implements policies that promote efficiency and quality, manages resources, reduces costs, and ensures safety. They also play a key role in recruiting and training engineering staff, developing budgets, and establishing project timelines.

Important skills for a Director of Engineering include strong leadership, analytical thinking, problem-solving, project management, and excellent communication. They should also have extensive knowledge of engineering principles, processes, and technology relevant to the manufacturing industry. A strong background in automation and robotics can be beneficial. Some certifications, such as the Certified Manufacturing Engineer (CMfgE) or a Project Management Professional (PMP) certification, can be advantageous. Prior to becoming a Director of Engineering, an individual might serve in roles such as Senior Engineer, Project Manager, or even Engineering Manager.

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Director of Manufacturing Engineering

  • Davenport, IA
  • 10 days ago
  • Davenport, IA
  • 10 days ago

Director of Manufacturing Engineering 5 plus years of leadership or management experience in the firearms, defense, or manufacturing industries....

Position Summary: The Director of Facilities and Plant Engineering (D-FPE) oversees and directs the day-to-day operations of Engineering/Plant Operations, including facilities management, medical...

Engineering Manager

  • Wixom, MI
  • 30+ days ago
  • Wixom, MI
  • 30+ days ago

completion of all components of Process Design & Manufacturing Engineering for the site....

Director, Engineering Operations. Job in Santa Ana Gr8Jobs

  • Santa Ana, CA
  • 5 hours ago
  • Santa Ana, CA
  • 5 hours ago

Job Overview Leading the Engineering department and reporting to the General Manager, the Director, Engineering Operations provides leadership, vision and support for the engineering team....

Manages and supervises the Manufacturing Engineering department and oversees facilities. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following: Other duties may be assigned....

Lead Manufacturing Engineer

  • Menomonee Falls, WI
  • 5 hours ago
  • Menomonee Falls, WI
  • 5 hours ago

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field? 2+ years of hands-on manufacturing experience, with a proven ability to lead or mentor teams?...

Mechanical Engineering Manager

  • Plymouth, MI
  • 6 hours ago
  • Plymouth, MI
  • 6 hours ago

engineering leader seeking a hybrid opportunity with a collaborative team and strong values, we want to hear from you!...

Engineering Manager

  • RI
  • 6 hours ago
  • RI
  • 6 hours ago

Possess in-depth knowledge of a wide array of design and development techniques including Computer-aided Design, numerical tool development, Finite Element Analysis As the leader of MBM group, work...

Manufacturing Engineering Manager

  • Plymouth, MI
  • 6 hours ago
  • Plymouth, MI
  • 6 hours ago

General Responsibilities: Manage the Manufacturing Engineering Team by establishing annual performance goals, allocating resources, coaching, assessing annual performance and determining individual...

Engineering Manager, Systems Engineering

  • San Diego, CA
  • 6 hours ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 6 hours ago

Collaborate with individuals in Program Management, Project Management, Proposal Management, and Design Engineering to establish consensus-based solutions and plans....

Project Manager CAR-T Manufacturing---GMP

  • Morris Plains, NJ
  • 6 hours ago
  • Morris Plains, NJ
  • 6 hours ago

Project Overview: This project involves managing and executing approximately 50 sub-tasks or sub-projects, with a critical timeline of 9-12 months. The work must adhere to current Good...

Senior Project Manager- Industrial/ Manufacturing Construction

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 6 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 6 hours ago

Company DescriptionFrom the inception of a project through to completion and beyond, Turner & Townsend help to deliver the outcomes that matter through transformational projects covering the full...

Traveling Project Manager, Industrial/Manufacturing

  • Beaverton, OR
  • 6 hours ago
  • Beaverton, OR
  • 6 hours ago

Job Listing ID: 4249816 Job Title: Traveling Project Manager, Industrial/Manufacturing Application Deadline: 07/09/2025Job Location: Beaverton Date Posted: 04/11/2025Hours Worked Per Week: 40...

Engineering Manager

  • Gulfport, MS
  • 6 hours ago
  • Gulfport, MS
  • 6 hours ago

We employ approximately 15,000 skilled and motivated people at manufacturing, engineering and technical centers in Canada, the United States, Mexico, Brazil, Germany, Slovakia, Spain and China....

Director of Manufacturing Engineering

  • Gulfport, MS
  • 7 hours ago
  • Gulfport, MS
  • 7 hours ago

engineering teams Job Specifications Education and Work Experience Minimum of 5 years work experience in manufacturing engineering management role....

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Salary for Director of Engineering Jobs Nationwide

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireManufacturingEngineers research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Director of Engineering positions.



Highest Education Level

Director of Engineerings offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
47.8%
Master's Degree
35.5%
Associate's Degree
5.6%
Doctorate Degree
5.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.3%
High School or GED
2.2%
Some College
0.4%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Director of Engineerings
10+ years
36.1%
6-8 years
31.2%
8-10 years
15.0%
4-6 years
6.2%
1-2 years
5.2%
None
5.0%
2-4 years
1.1%



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