Engineering Director

Every day, Kelly Engineering connects professionals with opportunities to advance their careers. We currently have an exciting Direct Hire opportunity with one of our leading clients Title: Engineering Director Location: Richmond, VA Type: Direct Hire Pay: $140k u2013 $160k Company Overview Fareva?is a third-party manufacturing company and one of the worldu2019s leading subcontractors in the Industrial, Household, Cosmetics and Pharmaceuticals field. We are currently seeking an experienced?Director, Engineering & Maintenance,?to join their team in?Richmond, VA. Position Overview + Director, Engineering & Maintenance + Reporting to the site General Manager, the incumbent is responsible for all activities related to Process and Packaging Engineering Services, and Facilities Maintenance Operations. ?This includes all plant physical infrastructures, utilities, maintenance, grounds keeping and all management of engineering services. + Responsible for Commissioning Services, Computerized Drafting and Design activities and Site Archives. In addition, Project Managers will have a direct reporting relationship to the Director of Engineering & Maintenance. + Responsible for the scoping, budgeting, and day-to-day management of all site managed capital projects, as well as providing the site engineering/maintenance. Responsibilities _Strategic Support_ + Plan capital expenditures, identify appropriate equipment, and implement cost reduction /continuous improvement strategies. Support site strategy through the following activities: + Identification of state-of-the-art equipment designed to maximize site OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness) + Supports site production by identifying opportunities to improve reliability and efficiency of plant equipment and systems, reducing operating costs through automation and implementing capital improvements to expand capabilities + Develops and executes site strategy for equipment control systems and associated software ? _Reliable Supply of Core Utilities_ + Establish and manage preventive maintenance program for utilities and equipment + Maintenance of equipment and buildings in accordance with cGMP ? _Management of Site Capital Projects_ + Sets scope, budget, and schedule for assigned capital projects + Initiates funding requests including business case and appropriate justifications + Manages projects from initiation through to successful operation ? _Generate/Maintain Site Master Plan_ + Interfaces with strategic planning to determine business needs + Integrates cGMP requirements ? _Budget/Asset Accountability_ + Administers spending budget and labor budgets + Determines replacement costs for assets administration + Overall maintenance responsibility for all site buildings and facilities.? + Budgeting and cash flow forecasting responsibility for annual capital program and ongoing multi-year projects. ? _Performance Management_ + Sets individual objectives and development plans + Coachesu2019 subordinates + Establishes department succession plans + Assures adherence to company policies, OSHA regulations and proper training of employees Required Qualifications + BS degree in Mechanical; Electrical, Chemical or other engineering disciplines + Must have prior manufacturing experience + Minimum of 10+ yearsu2019 previous management experience at Manager level or higher + Minimum of 10 u2013 15+ yearsu2019 experience in the pharmaceutical or related industry with experience in major project management and service management + Significant Project Management experience required + Excellent verbal and written communication skills Preferred Qualifications + Advanced degree preferred + Professional Engineer preferred Additional Information + Base pay of $140k u2013 $150k/year Important information: This position is recruited for by a remote Kelly office, not your local Kelly branch. Applicants must be legally permitted to work in the United States. Please contact Taryn Carbone ( () ) for immediate consideration. As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here ( for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community. Why Kelly u00ae Engineering? Your engineering skills are in demand, but how do you find the right fit? Easy. At Kelly Engineering, our team creates expert talent solutions to solve the worldu2019s most critical challenges. We connect you with leading organizations where you can collaborate on innovative projects, work with cutting-edge technologies and accelerate your growth. Whether you prefer the variety and flexibility of short-term projects or are looking for a long-term opportunity, weu2019re here to guide you to the next step in your engineering career. About Kelly Work changes everything. And at Kelly, weu2019re obsessed with where it can take you. To us, itu2019s about more than simply accepting your next job opportunity. Itu2019s the fuel that powers every next step of your life. Itu2019s the ripple effect that changes and improves everything for your family, your community, and the world. Which is why, here at Kelly, we are dedicated to providing you with limitless opportunities to enrich your lifeu2014just ask the 300,000 people we employ each year. Kelly is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status, and we take affirmative action to recruit, employ, and advance qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in the workforce. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to the Kelly Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of Californiau2019s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment. Kelly participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.Kelly Services is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We welcome, value, and embrace diversity at all levels and are committed to building a team that is inclusive of a variety of backgrounds, communities, perspectives, and abilities. At Kelly, we believe that the more inclusive we are, the better services we can provide. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to Kellyu2019s Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of Californiau2019s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment.

Created: 2026-03-20