Director of Technology

This position leads and develops a high-performing large site engineering organization encompassing project engineering, process engineering, plant engineering, maintenance, and automation functions at the Tippecanoe sites. Responsibilities Lead project engineering, process engineering, plant engineering, maintenance, and automation functions to ensure safe, reliable, and compliant operations. Provide engineering support for process development, scale‑up activities, troubleshooting, operational improvement, and new project implementation. Develop and execute site capital investment and maintenance strategies aligned with business objectives and cGMP standards. Oversee capital project delivery, equipment reliability, plant operability, maintenance programs, and cost‑effective project execution. Manage engineering budgets, expense reporting, and KPI‑driven operational performance. Build and develop high‑performing engineering teams while fostering collaboration across site, regional, and corporate functions. Ensure compliance with cGMP requirements and maintain product SISPQ standards. Promote strong quality systems through adherence to procedures, accurate documentation, training compliance, and timely deviation reporting. Support safe and compliant operations through proper housekeeping, sanitation, PPE usage, and proactive risk reporting. Champion EHS programs, policies, and safe work practices across all engineering and maintenance operations. Ensure employees complete required training, utilize appropriate tools and PPE, and maintain accountability for safe behaviors. Identify, report, and address workplace hazards, incidents, and safety concerns in a timely manner. Foster a proactive safety culture through employee engagement, coaching, and participation in EHS management systems. Drive long‑term asset strategies that deliver best‑in‑class safety, reliability, operational excellence, and cGMP performance. Improve productivity, asset effectiveness, and support successful implementation of new customer and growth projects. Enhance cost efficiency and execution effectiveness of capital projects and engineering initiatives. Develop and strengthen engineering capabilities and resources to support ongoing business growth at Tippecanoe and across the region. Requirements Bachelor’s Degree or higher in engineering, chemical engineering preferred. Minimum 15 years of experience in plant design, production technologies, project management, with expertise in cGMP requirements and Process Safety for high‑hazard facilities. Demonstrated professional leadership and managerial responsibility, including proven safety, cost and time‑sensitive objective achievement. Proficiency in leading and developing engineers capable of navigating challenges and pursuing improvement opportunities. MBA or evidence of ability to understand, act on and influence Product Line business strategy. Strong functional credibility and current knowledge of a broad range of engineering technology. Experience in different technologies highly desirable. Six Sigma problem‑resolution experience advantageous. Demonstrated ability to work in teams and effectively influence across functions. The Evonik Group adopts an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) approach. Candidates are assessed based on their educational qualifications, experience, job competencies and potential and shall not be discriminated against on the basis of race, ethnicity, age, gender, religion, nationality, disability or sexual orientation or other classifications protected by local, state, or provincial regulations. #J-18808-Ljbffr Dormont Manufacturing Co