Senior Level Advanced Manufacturing Engineer Jobs
Senior level advanced manufacturing engineer jobs put experienced engineers in charge of process architecture, capital project ownership, and the cross-functional teams that drive production outcomes. Most openings are on-site or hybrid across Consulting & Professional Services, Electronics & Hardware, and Construction & Real Estate, with employers like Eli Lilly, Rheinmetall, and Black & Veatch hiring at this level now.
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The Senior Director Advanced Therapies External Manufacturing Operations is responsible for providing leadership and oversight for the production operations of Advanced Therapies contract manufacturers (CMs) under the oversight of the Lebanon Advanced Therapies Manufacturing site, integrating all functional requirements to ensure quality, safety, and customer requirements are met through the lifecycle of external partnerships (partner selection, technology transfer, operation, relationship exit). This position will work cross-functionally to build a business plan, meet commitments, and drive continuous improvement.
Responsibilities:
- Ensuring staff are qualified and that the required initial and continuing training of all operations personnel is carried out and adapted according to need.
- Accountable for the execution of Lilly standards of operational excellence as it applies to each of the CM relationships
- Relationship development with each CM in order to ensure baseline governance of the contractual obligations and deliver value creation
- Staffs and leads a cross-functional team to execute the expectations outlined in Lilly’s standards of operational excellence
- Establish required Process Teams, complying with the expectations established in Lilly’s standards of operational excellence
- Lead required Flow teams comprised of engineering, technical services and quality functional leaders, complying with the expectations established in Lilly’s standards of operational excellence
- Accountable to communicate status and issues to various management levels in manufacturing, quality, commercial, research and development networks
- Serve as a member of the Lebanon Advanced Therapies Manufacturing site lead team to ensure continuity across internal and external manufacturing processes
- High-quality skills to include: Teamwork and interpersonal, technical, leadership, project management, administrative, financial background, organizational, independent, decision making, multi-tasking, ability to influence diverse groups, communication skills, computer skills, and problem solving.
- Good understanding of OSSCE and its integration within a plant.
- Relevant foundational experiences in process engineering, quality control, process development or technical services.
- Administrative experience as a leader of operations or technical support functions.
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemistry/Biochemistry or related science
Up to 15-20% travel will be required
Lilly is dedicated to helping individuals with disabilities to actively engage in the workforce, ensuring equal opportunities when vying for positions. If you require accommodation to submit a resume for a position at Lilly, please complete the accommodation request form (https://careers.lilly.com/us/en/workplace-accommodation) for further assistance. Please note this is for individuals to request an accommodation as part of the application process and any other correspondence will not receive a response.
Lilly is proud to be an EEO Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender identity, sex, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.
Our employee resource groups (ERGs) offer strong support networks for their members and are open to all employees. Our current groups include: Africa, Middle East, Central Asia (AMECA), Black Employees at Lilly (BE@Lilly), Chinese Culture Network (CCN), EnAble, Evolve, Lilly Indian Network (LIN), Organization of Latinx at Lilly (OLA), Pride (LGBTQ+ Allies), Veterans Leadership Network (VLN) and Women’s Initiative for Leading at Lilly (WILL).
Actual compensation will depend on a candidate’s education, experience, skills, and geographic location. The anticipated wage for this position is
$168,000 - $246,400
Full-time equivalent employees also will be eligible for a company bonus (depending, in part, on company and individual performance). In addition, Lilly offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees, including eligibility to participate in a company-sponsored 401(k); pension; vacation benefits; eligibility for medical, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits; flexible benefits (e.g., healthcare and/or dependent day care flexible spending accounts); life insurance and death benefits; certain time off and leave of absence benefits; and well-being benefits (e.g., employee assistance program, fitness benefits, and employee clubs and activities).Lilly reserves the right to amend, modify, or terminate its compensation and benefit programs in its sole discretion and Lilly’s compensation practices and guidelines will apply regarding the details of any promotion or transfer of Lilly employees.
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Senior Level Advanced Manufacturing Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a senior level advanced manufacturing engineer job?
Employers at this level look for engineers who have owned significant process improvements end-to-end, not just contributed to them. Demonstrating that you have led capital projects, defined manufacturing standards, or mentored junior engineers gives you a clear edge. A portfolio of measurable outcomes, such as cycle time reductions or yield improvements you personally drove, carries more weight than tenure alone.
Which companies hire senior level advanced manufacturing engineers?
Companies hiring senior level advanced manufacturing engineers right now include Eli Lilly, Rheinmetall, and Black & Veatch, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hiring at this level is led by large industrial manufacturers, aerospace and defense contractors, and medical device companies that need experienced engineers to own complex production systems.
Are there remote senior level advanced manufacturing engineer jobs?
Yes, though most roles require significant on-site presence given the hands-on nature of manufacturing environments. About 100% of senior level advanced manufacturing engineer openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those tend to be positions focused on process design, standards development, or program management rather than direct floor-level engineering work.
What makes an advanced manufacturing engineer role senior level?
Senior level roles are defined by ownership and scope rather than task execution. A senior advanced manufacturing engineer sets process direction, makes capital investment decisions, and is accountable for plant-wide or program-level outcomes. They are expected to mentor engineers at earlier career stages, engage directly with operations and quality leadership, and resolve technically complex problems without escalation.
Which industries hire the most senior level advanced manufacturing engineers?
Senior level advanced manufacturing engineer roles concentrate in Consulting & Professional Services, Electronics & Hardware, and Construction & Real Estate, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because they operate high-complexity, high-volume production environments where experienced engineers are needed to maintain quality, reduce cost, and lead continuous improvement at scale.