Engineering Leader Jobs in Ohio
Engineering Leader jobs in Ohio are in strong demand, concentrated in advanced manufacturing, aerospace and defense, chemical processing, and technology, with openings from team lead through director and VP of Engineering. Columbus, Cleveland, and Cincinnati are the primary hiring centers, where established employers like Procter and Gamble, Parker Hannifin, and Battelle Memorial Institute maintain significant engineering operations. Systems engineering, manufacturing process leadership, and software engineering management are among the most sought-after specialties across the state. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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The Franklin Site Engineering Leader is a key member of the Site Leadership Team, responsible for defining site goals and identifying programs and resources that support critical business needs.
The Engineering Lead provides direct leadership to a team of technical subject matter experts responsible for Facilities Engineering, Maintenance, and Automation and is the technical expert at site for strategic asset management. The Engineering Lead must have broad technical expertise in these varied disciplines.
The Engineering Leader is responsible for developing robust and comprehensive long-term master capital plans, aligned with GH&B investment strategies, and executing the annual project portfolio at the Franklin Site.
What You Will Achieve
Site Leadership and Strategy:
- Senior member of the Site Leadership Team; in collaboration with other senior leadership team members, responsible for identifying site goals and programs that support critical business outcomes and align with Network strategies.
- Responsible to define programs and identify site resources to deliver both short- and long-term site initiatives and goals.
- Partner with PGE leaders to advance network strategies (strategic capital investment, Environmental/Sustainability programs), lead implementation at the site level, and provide key performance and program updates at the monthly Tier Site Performance Review meetings. Responsible for identifying continuous improvement opportunities and implementing action plans to address gaps in performance outcomes.
- Establish and maintain a positive work environment that promotes Courage, Excellence, Equity, and Joy, colleague engagement.
Site Engineering Lead:
- Manage project execution from design (concept, preliminary and detailed), selection and award of design & construction contracts, construction, commissioning & verification, and supporting operational readiness to Operations handover and project close out.
- Responsibilities vary from project to project and include being the project director and providing support to project leads on projects of varying scope and complexity.
- Responsible for establishing the project governance structures, communications plan, and establishing effective and efficient working relationships with the end user and stakeholders.
- Management of project costs, from initial estimates to delivery of projects within budget. Ensure project costs are managed and forecasted, with the standard project controls implemented.
- Create site strategic plan to meet corporate Sustainability commitments and work with site leadership to create and implement accompanying action plans. Establish and maintain performance metrics to measure program success.
- Manage Site Maintenance and Calibration Team; responsible for Equipment Reliability programs and for establishing and meeting annual departmental budget.
- Directly manage Site Automation Team; responsible for system-wide compliance, ensuring Data Integrity and Cybersecurity standards are met.
- Ensure appropriate resources are in place to provide day-to-day automation technical support.
Here Is What You Need (Minimum Requirements)
- Bachelor’s degree with at least 6+ years of experience; OR a Master’s degree with more than 5+ years of experience; OR a Ph.D. with 1+ years of experience.
- Experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing, including experience in a leadership role at a manufacturing site.
- Proven history of effective performance management, coaching, mentoring and a commitment to mutual accountability, with a track record of talent development and succession planning.
- Excellent communication (oral and written), presentation, public relations and interpersonal communication skills.
- Must have an in-depth understanding of GMP regulatory standards.
- Demonstrated ability to actively participate in the resolution of technical challenges, as well as demonstrated analytical and business skills (financial acumen).
Bonus Points If You Have (Preferred Requirements)
- Relevant experience in the pharmaceutical industry
- Experience in ERP systems, their interfaces, and databases
- Experience using common AI tools, including generative technologies such as ChatGPT or Microsoft Copilot, to support problem solving and enhance productivity. Demonstrated curiosity for exploring how these tools can improve outcomes and understanding of responsible AI practices, including risk management and ethical use
Candidate demonstrates a breadth of diverse leadership experiences and capabilities including: the ability to influence and collaborate with peers, develop and coach others, oversee and guide the work of other colleagues to achieve meaningful outcomes and create business impact.
PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS
Physical Demands: Frequent time in the manufacturing area around equipment with moving parts, stair climbing, roof access.
Work Environment: Office environment, with frequent time in manufacturing.
NON-STANDARD WORK SCHEDULE, TRAVEL OR ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS
Colleague must be willing to work off-hours when project or production demands require it.
Minimal travel requirements
Other Job Details:
Relocation support available: YES
Work Location Assignment: On Premise
Last day to apply: 11/23/2026
The annual base salary for this position ranges from $139,100.00 to $231,900.00. In addition, this position is eligible for participation in Pfizer’s Global Performance Plan with a bonus target of 17.5% of the base salary and eligibility to participate in our share based long term incentive program. We offer comprehensive and generous benefits and programs to help our colleagues lead healthy lives and to support each of life’s moments. Benefits offered include a 401(k) plan with Pfizer Matching Contributions and an additional Pfizer Retirement Savings Contribution, paid vacation, holiday and personal days, paid caregiver/parental and medical leave, and health benefits to include medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage. Learn more at Pfizer Candidate Site – U.S. Benefits | (uscandidates.mypfizerbenefits.com). Pfizer compensation structures and benefit packages are aligned based on the location of hire. The United States salary range provided does not apply to Tampa, FL or any location outside of the United States.
Relocation assistance may be available based on business needs and/or eligibility.
Sunshine Act
Pfizer reports payments and other transfers of value to health care providers as required by federal and state transparency laws and implementing regulations. These laws and regulations require Pfizer to provide government agencies with information such as a health care provider’s name, address and the type of payments or other value received, generally for public disclosure. Subject to further legal review and statutory or regulatory clarification, which Pfizer intends to pursue, reimbursement of recruiting expenses for licensed physicians may constitute a reportable transfer of value under the federal transparency law commonly known as the Sunshine Act. Therefore, if you are a licensed physician who incurs recruiting expenses as a result of interviewing with Pfizer that we pay or reimburse, your name, address and the amount of payments made currently will be reported to the government. If you have questions regarding this matter, please do not hesitate to contact your Talent Acquisition representative.
EEO & Employment Eligibility
Pfizer is committed to equal opportunity in the terms and conditions of employment for all employees and job applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, disability or veteran status. Pfizer also complies with all applicable national, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration and Nationality Act and IRCA. Pfizer is an E-Verify employer. This position requires permanent work authorization in the United States.
Pfizer endeavors to make www.pfizer.com/careers accessible to all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process and/or interviewing, please email disabilityrecruitment@pfizer.com. This is to be used solely for accommodation requests with respect to the accessibility of our website, online application process and/or interviewing. Requests for any other reason will not be returned.
To learn more about acceptable and prohibited uses of AI during the recruitment process, please review our candidate AI-use guidelines available on Pfizer Careers.
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The Franklin Site Engineering Leader is a key member of the Site Leadership Team, responsible for defining site goals and identifying programs and resources that support critical business needs.
The Engineering Lead provides direct leadership to a team of technical subject matter experts responsible for Facilities Engineering, Maintenance, and Automation and is the technical expert at site for strategic asset management. The Engineering Lead must have broad technical expertise in these varied disciplines.
The Engineering Leader is responsible for developing robust and comprehensive long-term master capital plans, aligned with GH&B investment strategies, and executing the annual project portfolio at the Franklin Site.
What You Will Achieve
Site Leadership and Strategy:
- Senior member of the Site Leadership Team; in collaboration with other senior leadership team members, responsible for identifying site goals and programs that support critical business outcomes and align with Network strategies.
- Responsible to define programs and identify site resources to deliver both short- and long-term site initiatives and goals.
- Partner with PGE leaders to advance network strategies (strategic capital investment, Environmental/Sustainability programs), lead implementation at the site level, and provide key performance and program updates at the monthly Tier Site Performance Review meetings. Responsible for identifying continuous improvement opportunities and implementing action plans to address gaps in performance outcomes.
- Establish and maintain a positive work environment that promotes Courage, Excellence, Equity, and Joy, colleague engagement.
Site Engineering Lead:
- Manage project execution from design (concept, preliminary and detailed), selection and award of design & construction contracts, construction, commissioning & verification, and supporting operational readiness to Operations handover and project close out.
- Responsibilities vary from project to project and include being the project director and providing support to project leads on projects of varying scope and complexity.
- Responsible for establishing the project governance structures, communications plan, and establishing effective and efficient working relationships with the end user and stakeholders.
- Management of project costs, from initial estimates to delivery of projects within budget. Ensure project costs are managed and forecasted, with the standard project controls implemented.
- Create site strategic plan to meet corporate Sustainability commitments and work with site leadership to create and implement accompanying action plans. Establish and maintain performance metrics to measure program success.
- Manage Site Maintenance and Calibration Team; responsible for Equipment Reliability programs and for establishing and meeting annual departmental budget.
- Directly manage Site Automation Team; responsible for system-wide compliance, ensuring Data Integrity and Cybersecurity standards are met.
- Ensure appropriate resources are in place to provide day-to-day automation technical support.
Here Is What You Need (Minimum Requirements)
- Bachelor’s degree with at least 6+ years of experience; OR a Master’s degree with more than 5+ years of experience; OR a Ph.D. with 1+ years of experience.
- Experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing, including experience in a leadership role at a manufacturing site.
- Proven history of effective performance management, coaching, mentoring and a commitment to mutual accountability, with a track record of talent development and succession planning.
- Excellent communication (oral and written), presentation, public relations and interpersonal communication skills.
- Must have an in-depth understanding of GMP regulatory standards.
- Demonstrated ability to actively participate in the resolution of technical challenges, as well as demonstrated analytical and business skills (financial acumen).
Bonus Points If You Have (Preferred Requirements)
- Relevant experience in the pharmaceutical industry
- Experience in ERP systems, their interfaces, and databases
- Experience using common AI tools, including generative technologies such as ChatGPT or Microsoft Copilot, to support problem solving and enhance productivity. Demonstrated curiosity for exploring how these tools can improve outcomes and understanding of responsible AI practices, including risk management and ethical use
Candidate demonstrates a breadth of diverse leadership experiences and capabilities including: the ability to influence and collaborate with peers, develop and coach others, oversee and guide the work of other colleagues to achieve meaningful outcomes and create business impact.
PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS
Physical Demands: Frequent time in the manufacturing area around equipment with moving parts, stair climbing, roof access.
Work Environment: Office environment, with frequent time in manufacturing.
NON-STANDARD WORK SCHEDULE, TRAVEL OR ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS
Colleague must be willing to work off-hours when project or production demands require it.
Minimal travel requirements
Other Job Details:
Relocation support available: YES
Work Location Assignment: On Premise
Last day to apply: 11/23/2026
The annual base salary for this position ranges from $139,100.00 to $231,900.00. In addition, this position is eligible for participation in Pfizer’s Global Performance Plan with a bonus target of 17.5% of the base salary and eligibility to participate in our share based long term incentive program. We offer comprehensive and generous benefits and programs to help our colleagues lead healthy lives and to support each of life’s moments. Benefits offered include a 401(k) plan with Pfizer Matching Contributions and an additional Pfizer Retirement Savings Contribution, paid vacation, holiday and personal days, paid caregiver/parental and medical leave, and health benefits to include medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage. Learn more at Pfizer Candidate Site – U.S. Benefits | (uscandidates.mypfizerbenefits.com). Pfizer compensation structures and benefit packages are aligned based on the location of hire. The United States salary range provided does not apply to Tampa, FL or any location outside of the United States.
Relocation assistance may be available based on business needs and/or eligibility.
Sunshine Act
Pfizer reports payments and other transfers of value to health care providers as required by federal and state transparency laws and implementing regulations. These laws and regulations require Pfizer to provide government agencies with information such as a health care provider’s name, address and the type of payments or other value received, generally for public disclosure. Subject to further legal review and statutory or regulatory clarification, which Pfizer intends to pursue, reimbursement of recruiting expenses for licensed physicians may constitute a reportable transfer of value under the federal transparency law commonly known as the Sunshine Act. Therefore, if you are a licensed physician who incurs recruiting expenses as a result of interviewing with Pfizer that we pay or reimburse, your name, address and the amount of payments made currently will be reported to the government. If you have questions regarding this matter, please do not hesitate to contact your Talent Acquisition representative.
EEO & Employment Eligibility
Pfizer is committed to equal opportunity in the terms and conditions of employment for all employees and job applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, disability or veteran status. Pfizer also complies with all applicable national, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration and Nationality Act and IRCA. Pfizer is an E-Verify employer. This position requires permanent work authorization in the United States.
Pfizer endeavors to make www.pfizer.com/careers accessible to all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process and/or interviewing, please email disabilityrecruitment@pfizer.com. This is to be used solely for accommodation requests with respect to the accessibility of our website, online application process and/or interviewing. Requests for any other reason will not be returned.
To learn more about acceptable and prohibited uses of AI during the recruitment process, please review our candidate AI-use guidelines available on Pfizer Careers.
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What Ohio Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in engineering leader jobs across Ohio.
- Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related technical field required
- Seven or more years of progressive engineering experience with demonstrated leadership responsibilities
- Proven ability to lead cross-functional engineering teams on complex technical programs
- Experience with Ohio-relevant industries such as aerospace, automotive, or advanced manufacturing
- Strong background in project execution, resource planning, and stakeholder communication
- Professional Engineer license issued or recognized by the Ohio State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers and Surveyors preferred for senior roles
Engineering Leader Jobs in Ohio: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a engineering leader in Ohio?
Most engineering leaders in Ohio start with a bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline and build toward leadership through progressively senior individual contributor roles before moving into management. While Ohio does not require a specific license to hold the title of engineering leader, engineers who sign off on public or regulated work often hold licensure through the Ohio State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers and Surveyors, which strengthens candidacy for senior roles at aerospace, infrastructure, and energy employers.
Which companies hire engineering leaders in Ohio?
Employers hiring engineering leaders in Ohio right now include Augmentis, Jobot, and Pfizer, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Ohio's concentration of defense contractors, chemical manufacturers, and large consumer goods headquarters means demand for engineering leadership is distributed across multiple industries rather than tied to a single sector.
Which Ohio cities have the most engineering leader jobs?
Columbus, Evendale, and Franklin have the most engineering leader openings in Ohio. Columbus anchors much of the technology and defense-adjacent hiring through employers tied to Battelle and Ohio State University's research ecosystem, while Cleveland and Cincinnati draw demand from Parker Hannifin, Procter and Gamble, and the dense advanced manufacturing base in the surrounding metro areas.
Are there remote engineering leader jobs in Ohio?
Yes, but they're less common than in purely desk-based fields, since engineering leadership often requires on-site presence for lab, production floor, or team oversight responsibilities. About 100% of engineering leader openings tied to Ohio are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and the roles most likely to allow remote work are those in software engineering management or program oversight with distributed teams rather than hands-on manufacturing or facilities engineering.
How can I get hired as a engineering leader in Ohio with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is moving from a senior individual contributor engineering role into a team lead or technical lead position at a large Ohio employer before stepping into a formal engineering manager title. Companies like Battelle, Parker Hannifin, and mid-size aerospace suppliers in Dayton and Cincinnati regularly promote strong engineers into lead roles without requiring prior management titles. Earning a Professional Engineer registration through the Ohio State Board strengthens a candidacy, as does a graduate degree or program management certification for those aiming at program-level leadership.
Where can I find and apply to engineering leader jobs in Ohio?
You can find and apply to engineering leader jobs in Ohio on Migrate Mate, which lists current Ohio openings. Find the roles that fit your background and apply directly to the ones that match.
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