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Hanwhaaerospaceusa

Director, Engineering

Cheshire, CT · On-site

The Director of Manufacturing Engineering for Hanwha Aerospace USA is responsible for leading and managing the manufacturing engineering teams at all sites to ensure efficient, high-quality ...

dmsmanufacdet

Director, Engineering

Wixom, MI · On-site

We're moving from a capable contract manufacturer into a true adaptive manufacturing partner -- one ... This is a Director-level role. It carries full ownership of the engineering organization -- its ...

Terumo Corporation

Director, Engineering

Sunrise, FL · On-site

The company has over 1,250 associates around the world with manufacturing facilities in Glasgow ... Advancing healthcare with heart www.terumoaortic.com Job Summary The Director, Engineering will be ...

Smithfield Foods

Director, Engineering

MO · Remote

$160K - $202K/yr

... good food the right way with respect for our people, animals, communities and planet. With ... Your contributions will be instrumental in the manufacturing of Smithfield, Eckrich, Nathan ...

Becton Dickinson

Director Engineering

Milpitas, CA · On-site

... of food and water, and drive better patient outcomes by detecting diseases earlier, managing ... Manufacturing & Operations Support Provide overall technical leadership for manufacturing processes ...

IDEX

Director, Engineering

Oklahoma City, OK

The Director of Engineering for IDEX Advanced Flow Solutions (AFS) is a senior member of the AFS ... Primarily officebased with periodic presence in manufacturing and lab environments to support ...

Smithfield Foods

Director, Engineering

... good food the right way with respect for our people, animals, communities and planet. With ... Your contributions will be instrumental in the manufacturing of Smithfield, Eckrich, Nathan ...

Hobbsnews

Director Engineering

Milpitas, CA · On-site

... of food and water, and drive better patient outcomes by detecting diseases earlier, managing ... Manufacturing & Operations Support * Provide overall technical leadership for manufacturing ...

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Phlow Corp

Director, Engineering

Petersburg, VA · On-site

$180K - $210K/yr

Job Overview The Director, Engineering will be responsible for driving engineering excellence across manufacturing, process development, technology implementation, capital projects, reliability ...

Amgen, Inc.

Director Engineering

New Albany, OH · On-site

Director Engineering What you will do Let's do this. Let's change the world. In this role as a ... Doctorate degree and 4 years of Manufacturing, Packaging or Quality experience in pharmaceutical ...

SendCutSend Inc [175255]

Director - Engineering

Reno, NV · On-site

$280K - $400K/yr

SendCutSend is the fastest-growing custom manufacturing company in America. We're looking for a ... Direct experience running an engineering organization through significant growth periods. You have ...

Stark Aerospace

Director, Engineering

Columbus, MS · On-site

Manufacturing & Program Support * Serve as the primary engineering interface to Program Management ... Work closely with the Quality Director to ensure robust process controls, FAI readiness, and ...

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How much do director engineering food manufacturing jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for director engineering food manufacturing 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 Engineering Food Manufacturing vs Food Manufacturing Engineer?

AspectDirector Engineering Food ManufacturingFood Manufacturing Engineer
CredentialsBachelor's or Master's in Engineering, often with management experienceBachelor's in Engineering or related field, sometimes with certifications like Six Sigma
Work EnvironmentLeadership roles overseeing multiple projects and teams in food manufacturing plantsHands-on technical work, process improvement, and equipment design in food production facilities
Employer & Industry UsageUsed by companies to denote senior engineering leadership in food manufacturingCommonly used for technical roles focused on process and product development in food plants

The main difference is that the Director Engineering Food Manufacturing holds a senior leadership role responsible for strategic planning and managing engineering teams, while the Food Manufacturing Engineer focuses on technical tasks like process optimization and equipment design. The director oversees overall engineering operations, whereas the engineer executes specific technical projects within the food manufacturing environment.

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Infographic showing various Director Engineering Food Manufacturing job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 85% Full Time, and 15% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $194,709 per year, or $93.6 per hour.

Commercialization Project Manager

Knoxville, TN • On-site

Sterling Engineering Inc.
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$145K/yr

Full-time

Retirement

Re-posted 19 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Lead cross-functional commercialization projects through the full product lifecycle, from concept development to commercial launch.

  • Develop and manage project plans, schedules, milestones, budgets, and critical path activities.

  • Coordinate teams across Engineering, R&D, Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, Regulatory, Marketing, and Sales to ensure project success.

Job description

Job Title: Commercialization Project Manager
Location: Knoxville, TN
Hire Type: Direct Hire, Onsite
Target Compensation: $145,000 base salary + annual bonus
Travel: Est. 10–20% (mostly local)
Benefits: Full employee benefits, company-funded pension plan, relocation assistance
 
Job Summary:
Sterling Engineering is partnering with to hire a Commercialization Project Manager to lead new product commercialization projects from concept through market launch. This role serves as the project leader for cross-functional teams responsible for bringing new products from development into full-scale manufacturing. You'll manage the entire product lifecycle, partnering with Engineering, R&D, Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, Regulatory, Marketing, and Sales to ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and ready for successful launch. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced project manager who enjoys leading complex initiatives, driving continuous improvement, and collaborating across multiple business functions in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
 
Must Have Skills:
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Food Science, or a related technical discipline
  • 8+ years of project management and product commercialization experience within manufacturing
  • Experience leading New Product Introduction (NPI) or commercialization projects from concept through launch
  • Strong cross-functional leadership and stakeholder management skills
  • Experience with Stage-Gate product development processes
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Project or similar project management software
  • Preferred:
  • Food & Beverage or Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) manufacturing experience
 
Job Duties:
  • Lead cross-functional commercialization projects through the full product lifecycle, from concept development to commercial launch.
  • Develop and manage project plans, schedules, milestones, budgets, and critical path activities.
  • Coordinate Engineering, R&D, Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, Regulatory, Marketing, and Sales teams to ensure project success.
  • Drive manufacturing readiness, pilot production, process scale-up, and production launch activities.
  • Identify project risks, develop mitigation strategies, and resolve issues that impact project timelines or objectives.
  • Facilitate Stage-Gate reviews and communicate project status to leadership and key stakeholders.
  • Partner with manufacturing teams to ensure successful knowledge transfer and operational readiness.
  • Lead continuous improvement initiatives that strengthen commercialization processes and project execution.
  • Travel 10–20% to manufacturing facilities as needed.
 
Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Food Science, or related technical field (required)
  • 8+ years of experience in project management, commercialization, engineering, or manufacturing
  • Proven ability to lead complex cross-functional projects in a manufacturing environment
  • Strong understanding of manufacturing operations, commercialization, and product launch processes
  • Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
  • Food manufacturing experience strongly preferred
  • PMP certification
  • Lean Six Sigma or Continuous Improvement certification


Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.