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Merle Norman Cosmetics, Inc.

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Director of Cosmetics-Research and Development

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$130K - $139K/yr

... Cosmetic Science, Chemical Engineering, or related field · 7+ years of cosmetic formulation experience (color and skincare required) · Prior leadership or team management experience · Strong ...

Merle Norman Cosmetics, Inc.

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Sr. Cosmetics Chemist

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$90K - $110K/yr

Work closely with the Director of Research and Development and Marketing to develop new products ... Responsible for reformulations and reverse engineering of products Help with production adjustments ...

Epic Games

Director, Production

Cary, NC · On-site

Maintain and continuously improve the existing cosmetics production pipeline and art production ... Track record of building collaborative partnerships across art, vendor management, engineering ...

e.l.f. Beauty

Director, Technical Sourcing

Oakland, CA · Hybrid

$155K - $185K/yr

Cosmetics since 2004 and driven our portfolio expansion. Today, our multi-brand portfolio includes ... Drive technical cost initiatives (tech transfers, dual-sourcing, material value engineering, pack ...

e.l.f. Beauty

Director, Technical Sourcing

New York, NY · Hybrid

$155K - $185K/yr

Cosmetics since 2004 and driven our portfolio expansion. Today, our multi-brand portfolio includes ... Drive technical cost initiatives (tech transfers, dual-sourcing, material value engineering, pack ...

e.l.f. Beauty

Director, Technical Sourcing

Oakland, CA · On-site

$155K - $185K/yr

Cosmetics since 2004 and driven our portfolio expansion. Today, our multi-brand portfolio includes ... Drive technical cost initiatives (tech transfers, dual-sourcing, material value engineering, pack ...

e.l.f. Beauty

Director, Technical Sourcing

Los Angeles, CA · Hybrid

$155K - $185K/yr

Cosmetics since 2004 and driven our portfolio expansion. Today, our multi-brand portfolio includes ... Drive technical cost initiatives (tech transfers, dual-sourcing, material value engineering, pack ...

e.l.f. Beauty

Director, Technical Sourcing

Los Angeles, CA · Hybrid

$155K - $185K/yr

Cosmetics since 2004 and driven our portfolio expansion. Today, our multi-brand portfolio includes ... Drive technical cost initiatives (tech transfers, dual-sourcing, material value engineering, pack ...

e.l.f. Beauty

Director, Technical Sourcing

New York, NY · Hybrid

$155K - $185K/yr

Cosmetics since 2004 and driven our portfolio expansion. Today, our multi-brand portfolio includes ... Drive technical cost initiatives (tech transfers, dual-sourcing, material value engineering, pack ...

e.l.f. Beauty

Director, Technical Sourcing

Oakland, CA · Hybrid

$155K - $185K/yr

Cosmetics since 2004 and driven our portfolio expansion. Today, our multi-brand portfolio includes ... Drive technical cost initiatives (tech transfers, dual-sourcing, material value engineering, pack ...

VIO Med Spa

Clinic Sales Director

Woodbridge, VA · On-site

$60K/yr

... programming and marketing Essential Behavioral Characteristics: * Ethical * Positive attitude ... Comfortable consulting patients regarding cosmetic and non cosmetic treatment options, techniques ...

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How much do director cosmetic engineering jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for director cosmetic engineering in the United States is $194,709.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $141,500.00 and $253,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Director Cosmetic Engineering vs Senior Cosmetic Chemist?

AspectDirector Cosmetic EngineeringSenior Cosmetic Chemist
CredentialsBachelor's/Master's in Chemical Engineering, Cosmetic Science, or related fields; extensive industry experienceBachelor's/Master's in Chemistry, Cosmetic Science, or related fields; several years of formulation experience
Work EnvironmentLeadership role overseeing teams, strategic planning, and project managementHands-on formulation, testing, and product development
Industry UsageUsed in large cosmetic companies, overseeing multiple projects and teamsCommon in R&D labs, focusing on product formulation and testing

The main difference is that the Director Cosmetic Engineering focuses on strategic leadership, team management, and overseeing product development at a high level, while the Senior Cosmetic Chemist is primarily involved in hands-on formulation and testing. Both roles require relevant scientific credentials, but the director role emphasizes management and strategic planning within the cosmetic industry.

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Infographic showing various Director Cosmetic Engineering job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 90% Full Time, 5% Part Time, 4% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 87% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $194,709 per year, or $93.6 per hour.

Director of Engineering

Midland-Marvel Recruiters

Temperance, MI

$150K - $175K/yr

Full-time

Posted 20 days ago

Job description

We are seeking a hands-on, multi-disciplinary Head of Engineering to lead technical operations, product commercialization, and manufacturing innovation. This is an active, on-the-floor leadership role. You will bridge the gap between the lab and the production floor—owning everything from batch formulation scale-up and pilot trials to troubleshooting high-speed automated filling lines, slashing changeover times, and optimizing plant-wide OEE.


About the Role


We are seeking a hands-on, multi-disciplinary Head of Engineering to lead technical operations, product commercialization, and manufacturing innovation. This is an active, on-the-floor leadership role. You will bridge the gap between the lab and the production floor—owning everything from batch formulation scale-up and pilot trials to troubleshooting high-speed automated filling lines, slashing changeover times, and optimizing plant-wide OEE.


Responsibilities


  • Production Line Optimization & Floor Support: Provide direct, hands-on mechanical and process troubleshooting across all discrete filling and packaging lines (liquid filling, capping, crimping, gassing, and packaging equipment). Optimize line throughput, yields, and equipment reliability (OEE).
  • New Product Introduction (NPI) & Scale-Up: Partner with Product Development to transition a broad portfolio of liquids from bench-top prototypes through pilot trials, batch blending scale-up, validation, and full commercial production.
  • CapEx & Continuous Improvement: Partner with the General Manager to design and execute capital improvement projects (automation, line modifications for rapid changeovers). Lead root-cause analysis and Lean initiatives to eliminate production bottlenecks and reduce inefficiency.
  • Multi-Category Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all engineering, documentation (SOPs/specifications), and plant practices comply with applicable regulatory bodies across our product categories, including OSHA, EPA, FDA, DOT, CARB, and alcohol/beverage mandates. Lead engineering-related CAPAs and validation activities.
  • Technical Team & Cross-Functional Leadership: Serve as the facility's technical authority. Support customer technical meetings regarding liquid/aerosol execution and collaborate daily with Operations, Quality, and Supply Chain.


Qualifications


  • Required:
  • Education: Bachelor’s degree in Chemical, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering (or related technical field).
  • Experience: 5–10+ years of progressive engineering leadership in consumer packaged goods (CPG) or contract manufacturing (Co-Man).
  • Technical Expertise: Deep knowledge of high-speed discrete fluid/chemical filling and packaging operations (e.g., bottle-filling, high-precision small containers, or canning).
  • Scale-Up Success: Direct experience scaling diverse liquid formulations from batch blending through process validation and commercial launch.
  • Cross-Functional Flexibility: Experience or strong familiarity handling a varied product mix (aerosols/BOV, unpressurized liquids, cosmetics, or beverage lines).
  • Mindset: A strong desire to be out on the floor, getting your hands dirty in both lab and high-volume production environments.
  • Preferred:
  • Direct experience with aerosol/BOV filling or discrete manufacturing of cosmetics.
  • Strong understanding of sanitization and quality protocols required for food/beverage or cosmetic grade manufacturing.
  • Lean Six Sigma certification.
  • Experience managing capital expenditure (CapEx) installations or facility expansions.