Director, Design Engineering

Integrated DNA Technologies (IDT) is the leading manufacturer of custom oligonucleotides and proprietary technologies for genomics applications. Our work is complex and cutting-edge, and our team members are curious, creative thinkers who understand that good data drives smart decisions. At IDT, we realize that although science may be uniform, people are unique. We promote a culture where engaged people are motivated and have opportunities to achieve their full potential, as part of one global team.

IDT is one of 10 Life Sciences companies of Danaher. Together, we accelerate the discovery, development and delivery of solutions that safeguard and improve human health.

This position is part of the Platform Development Organization located in Coralville, Iowa and will be on-site. At IDT, we are one global team. We celebrate our differences, engage in healthy debates, and are inclusive. Together, we accomplish great things.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to:

• Develops and leads company strategy around equipment design engineering related to IDT manufacturing technology.  Develops and measures standard metrics.

• Directs and develops the design engineering team from proof-of-concept efforts to product delivery.

• Effectively plans, resources, prioritizes projects that the design engineering team is responsible for and delivers on project milestones and timelines.

• Provides engineering leadership to ensure project deliverables are achieved.

• Establishes and fosters culture of innovation and development

• Proactively engages with customers (internal and external to IDT) to identify and develop new technology opportunities
• Supervises, mentors, coaches, and directs staff to continuously develop individual’s capabilities and skills

The essential requirements of the job include:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field
• 10+ years of relevant experience
• 5+ years of experience managing a technical team of engineers

It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in:

• Master’s degree in engineering, or related field with equivalent experience
• Advanced knowledge of equipment design engineering practices in biotech

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Join our winning team today. Together, we’ll accelerate the real-life impact of tomorrow’s science and technology. We partner with customers across the globe to help them solve their most complex challenges, architecting solutions that bring the power of science to life. 

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