Engineering Director Jobs in North Carolina
Engineering Director jobs in North Carolina are in strong demand, concentrated in advanced manufacturing, defense and aerospace, semiconductor fabrication, and life sciences, with openings at every level from newly promoted directors through VP-adjacent senior leaders. The most active hiring markets are the Research Triangle (Raleigh-Durham-Chapel Hill), Charlotte, and Greensboro, where employers such as Lenovo, Honeywell, and Duke Energy maintain significant engineering operations. Program and systems engineering leadership, manufacturing process direction, and R&D management are the sub-areas drawing the most consistent interest from North Carolina employers. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Responsibilities:
The Associate Director of Facilities and Utilities Engineering is responsible to provide technical and administrative coordination for Lilly site engineering, engineering systems, and GMP utility services. The role will have Lilly site utility engineers, utility automation engineers, and system engineers as direct reports. The role will report to the Sr. Director – Engineering Concord.
Key Objectives/Deliverables:
- Provide technical and administrative oversight for all Lilly site engineering and GMP utility needs. This includes the transition from project to site ownership (e.g. qualification) and ongoing sustainment (maintaining in qualified state). Examples of systems include (but are not limited to): BMS, QBMS, HVAC, Purified Water, WFI, Clean Steam, PCA and supporting equipment that processes and maintains these utilities.
- Provide technical and administrative oversight for all engineering systems. This includes completion of all equipment and engineering system periodic reviews as well as ongoing compliance with internal standards (e.g. LQS, GQS) and external regulatory requirements.
- Provide technical and administrative oversight for any changes or deviations in site engineering, engineering systems, and/or GMP utilities. Conduct robust root cause investigations ensuring appropriate CAPA.
- Ensure practice matches procedure
- Champion continuous improvement
- Represent site engineering, engineering systems, and GMP utility capabilities beyond the Lilly Concord site (e.g. other Lilly sites and global functional groups).
- Develop and maintain metrics to measure performance against business objectives and make necessary changes to improve performance.
- Education Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering
- At least 5 years engineering experience in a manufacturing site
- Site start up experience preferred
- Solid understanding of basic requirements of regulatory agencies
- Previous experience in operations and engineering
- Previous experience with highly automated equipment
- Previous equipment qualification and process validation experience
- Previous experience with deviation and change management systems including Trackwise
- Experience in site engineering, engineering systems, and GMP utilities
- Ability to handle multiple competing priorities
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
$123,000 - $180,400
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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Top Industries Hiring
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
- Construction & Real Estate
- Energy
- Chemicals & Materials
- Consulting & Professional Services
What North Carolina Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in engineering director jobs across North Carolina.
- Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline recognized by an ABET-accredited program
- Professional Engineer licensure or active registration with the North Carolina Board of Examiners for Engineers and Surveyors preferred
- Ten or more years of progressive engineering experience including people management
- Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional engineering teams of fifteen or more
- Experience delivering large capital or product development programs on schedule and within budget
- Proficiency with stage-gate product development processes or agile engineering frameworks
Engineering Director Jobs in North Carolina: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a engineering director in North Carolina?
Most engineering directors in North Carolina reach the role by combining an accredited engineering degree with progressive leadership experience, often starting as a senior engineer or engineering manager. Holding a Professional Engineer license issued or recognized by the North Carolina Board of Examiners for Engineers and Surveyors strengthens candidacy, particularly in regulated industries such as civil infrastructure, utilities, and defense. From there, employers look for a consistent record of leading multi-discipline teams and delivering complex programs before elevating someone to director level.
How much do engineering directors make in North Carolina?
Engineering directors in North Carolina earn a median of about $167,840 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $121,900 for the lowest 10% to over $231,350 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire engineering directors in North Carolina?
Employers hiring engineering directors in North Carolina right now include AbbVie, Fidelity Investments, and Alcami, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. North Carolina's mix of Fortune 500 technology and energy headquarters, Tier 1 defense contractors, and major pharmaceutical and semiconductor manufacturers means director-level engineering openings appear across a wide range of industries throughout the state year-round.
Which North Carolina cities have the most engineering director jobs?
The cities with the most engineering director openings in North Carolina are Charlotte, Raleigh, and Durham. The Research Triangle anchors the state's technology, life sciences, and defense sectors, driving the largest share of demand, while Charlotte's energy and financial technology industries and the Piedmont Triad's advanced manufacturing base generate consistent openings in those corridors as well.
Are there remote engineering director jobs in North Carolina?
Yes, but they're less common than in purely analytical or software roles because engineering directors frequently oversee labs, production lines, or on-site project teams. About 75% of engineering director openings tied to North Carolina are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, reflecting a growing acceptance of hybrid schedules for the planning, budgeting, and stakeholder coordination portions of the role. Software, systems, and program-focused director positions tend to carry the most remote flexibility within this category.
How can I get hired as a engineering director in North Carolina with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is moving into an engineering manager or senior project lead role first, then building toward director-level accountability over time. Large North Carolina employers such as Honeywell, Lenovo, and major Research Triangle pharmaceutical manufacturers run structured leadership development and rotational programs that place high-potential engineers into people-management tracks. Earning a Professional Engineer license through the North Carolina Board of Examiners for Engineers and Surveyors, or completing an MBA alongside an engineering background, signals readiness for director-level responsibility and measurably expands the pool of roles available to you.
Where can I find and apply to engineering director jobs in North Carolina?
You can find and apply to engineering director jobs in North Carolina on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state's major hiring markets and industries. Find roles that fit your background and apply directly to the ones that interest you.
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