Equipment Engineering Director jobs in Lowell, MA

Quanterix is a company that is digitizing biomarker analysis with the goal of advancing the science of precision health. The company’s ultra-sensitive detection solution, Simoa, has the potential to change the way in which healthcare is provided today by giving researchers the ability to closely examine the role of biomarkers in the continuum of health to disease. Quanterix’ technology is designed to enable much earlier disease detection, better prognosis and precise treatment methods to improve the quality of life and longevity of the population for generations to come. The technology is currently being used for research applications in several therapeutic areas, including oncology, neurology, cardiology, inflammation and infectious disease.

We are looking for an experienced and highly motivated Senior Manager, Equipment Engineering to join our Technical Operation Group. This individual should be self-motivated, creative, and proactive, able to work successfully in a fast-paced environment including multiple platforms and architectures, diverse technologies, and lab environments. The individual will work closely with manufacturing operations, quality, process engineer, assay and reagent R&D, scientists, and other stakeholders to solve problems and achieve success. The Senior Manager, Equipment Engineering will oversee a team of engineers and be responsible for managing daily production challenges, driving continuous improvement activities and helping to implement or improve existing systems to increase the quality and efficiency of our operation.

What You’ll Do:

• Manage a team of engineers responsible for supporting both daily and future needs of manufacturing.
• Provide technical support and coaching to team members
• Desire and ability to provide hands on equipment support in manufacturing lab
• Identify capacity concerns and drive solutions to eliminate bottlenecks
• Identify areas for automation as a means of improving productivity, efficiency and profitability
• Demonstrated ability to work well within cross-functional teams as both a team player and a leader
• Demonstrated analytical and creative thinker with interpersonal skills
• Manage projects related to implementation and design of larger scale equipment and processes into manufacturing
• Train new employees as well as MFG associates on relevant equipment and processes

What We’ll Expect From You: 

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering with a focus in chemical/biochemical engineering or related discipline required
• A minimum of 10 years’ experience in Manufacturing/Process Engineering, previous management experience preferred.
• Previous experience in the Life Science industry preferred, GMP experience a plus
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement preferred
• Highly qualified applicants with less experience will be considered
• Motivated and self-directed team player with good interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and high attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills, written and oral
• Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills required
• Proficiency with Microsoft products; ability to learn additional software applications as the need arises

Why You’ll Like Working For Us:

Our Technology: Quanterix’ technology is designed to enable much earlier disease detection, better prognoses and enhanced treatment methods to improve the quality of life and longevity of the population for generations to come. The technology is currently being used for research applications in several therapeutic areas. The company was established in 2007 and is in Billerica, Massachusetts. For additional Information, please visit https://www.quanterix.com.

Our Commitment to Employees: At Quanterix, we take pride in our employees' incredible work ethic, and we want to reward and recognize that by offering competitive compensation and a 401k plan with an employer match, as well as competitive health, dental, and vision benefits for employees and their dependents. We also offer an unlimited vacation policy to all exempt employees, and a generous PTO policy for non-exempt employees. All employees are awarded Equity, and we have an Employee Stock Purchase Plan, a Performance Bonus, and 1:1 Financial Counseling/Planning. We also offer Tuition Assistance. We have a free, state-of-the-art onsite fitness center for all employees. To keep you fueled up, we provide onsite employees free snacks and drinks every day!

Quanterix is committed to a Diverse and Inclusive workplace. Quanterix is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. Quanterix will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities, in accordance with applicable law.

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