Director, Engineering & Maintenance

Nucleus RadioPharma • Rochester, MN

80d • $150,000 - $200,000

About The Position

The Director, Engineering & Maintenance is responsible for leading and overseeing all engineering, maintenance, and facility operations at the Rochester Site. This individual plays a critical role ensuring facility and equipment reliability, calibrations, regulatory compliance, and the safe, efficient, and uninterrupted production of radiopharmaceuticals. The Director, Engineering & Maintenance will lead cross-functional teams including facilities engineering, utilities, automation, calibration, maintenance, and capitol projects. They will develop strategic plans and implement best practices to support current operations and future expansions, ensuring alignment with business goals and regulatory expectations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical, electrical, nuclear, civil engineering or related field required; advanced degree preferred.
• Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in pharmaceutical, radiopharmaceutical or other regulated manufacturing environments.
• Minimum 5 years of leadership experience with direct oversight of technical teams and capitol projects.
• Deep understanding of engineering systems, equipment reliability, and facility infrastructure in a CGMP environment.
• Knowledge of and ability to apply cGMP requirements to sterile injectable drug product development and manufacturing.
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage complex projects to successful completion under strict timelines.
• Experience with process automation, digital solutions, and operational excellence methodologies preferred.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and collaboration skills with the ability to influence across multiple levels of an organization.
• Proven proficiency in Microsoft Office products, and familiarity with leading project management software tools and software.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail and commitment to high quality work.
• Mechanical aptitude required; manual dexterity for manipulating small items; ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and to handle frequent crawling, stooping, crouching, and kneeling.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with process automation, digital solutions, and operational excellence methodologies preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic and operational leadership to the engineering and maintenance functions at the Rochester, MN site.
• Ensure the Rochester facility and its equipment are maintained in a validated, compliant, and operationally ready state in accordance with CGMP, radiation safety, and EH&S requirements.
• Assist in capitol project execution, including facility upgrades, equipment installations, and technology improvements.
• Oversee preventative and corrective maintenance programs, asset lifecycle management, and reliability-centered maintenance strategies.
• Collaborate with Quality Assurance and Manufacturing/Operations to support audits, regulatory submissions, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Assist in client onboarding and new product implementation between R&D and GMP facilities.
• Drive innovation in building and equipment automation to support sterile and radioactive product handling.
• Develop, manage, and monitor department budgets, KPI's, and performance metrics.
• Lead and mentor a multidisciplinary team of engineers, technicians, and maintenance personnel.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Health Savings Account or Flexible Spending Account options
• 401k retirement account access with employer matching
• Paid sick leave and/or other paid time off
• Relocation assistance for qualified team members

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees