Director of Engineering

Our global pharmaceutical client are seeking an experienced Engineering Director to lead their site engineering function. Reporting to the Site Head, this role is a key member of the senior leadership team and will play a critical part in delivering site strategy, operational excellence and long term growth.

The Role

You will have full responsibility for engineering across aseptic manufacturing operations, ensuring safe, compliant and high performing facilities and equipment. The role leads multidisciplinary teams including Process Engineering, Maintenance, Capital Projects, Automation, Utilities, Sustainability, Security and Business Continuity.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead site engineering performance across Safety, Quality, Compliance, Cost and Delivery
• Partner with senior site leadership to achieve operational and financial objectives
• Drive equipment reliability and maintenance excellence in a cGMP environment
• Deliver capital projects and approved investment plans on time and within budget
• Support new product introductions and capacity expansion
• Own the site Business Continuity Plan and site wide automation strategy
• Lead environmental sustainability and energy management initiatives
• Ensure contractor, facility and building compliance with all regulatory and legal requirements
• Build and develop high performing, engaged engineering teams

Requirements

• Degree in Electrical, Mechanical or Chemical Engineering (Master's advantageous)
• 10+ years' engineering and/or operations experience in a regulated pharmaceutical or biotech environment
• Strong background in aseptic manufacturing (biologics, parenterals, drug product or fill finish)
• Proven people leadership experience at senior level
• Excellent knowledge of cGMP, regulatory compliance and capital project delivery

For more information and a confidential discussion on the role please contactAmy Newell.