Our client is seeking an experienced Associate Director, Engineering to lead their engineering function. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of engineering principles, and have with a proven track record in designing, managing, and optimizing cutting-edge facilities and equipment that support advanced biotechnological research and production.
What you'll do
- Facilities and Equipment Design:
- Lead the design, development, and optimization of high-tech biotech facilities and equipment, ensuring they meet industry standards and regulatory requirements.
- Oversee the planning and execution of facility expansions, upgrades, and new installations, ensuring seamless integration with existing operations.
- Collaborate with R&D, manufacturing, and quality assurance teams to ensure that facilities and equipment are designed to support current and future product pipelines.
- Leadership and Management:
- Lead and mentor a team of engineers, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and excellence.
- Set clear goals and expectations for the engineering team, ensuring alignment with the company's strategic objectives.
- Manage the recruitment, development, and performance of engineering staff.
- Oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of engineering projects, with a focus on facility and equipment-related initiatives.
- Ensure projects are completed on time, within scope, and budget, while maintaining the highest standards of safety and compliance.
- Develop and implement the engineering strategy for facilities and equipment, aligning with the company’s vision and long-term goals.
- Drive the adoption of new technologies and methodologies in facility and equipment design to enhance operational efficiency and scalability.
- Ensure compliance with industry standards, regulations, and best practices in all engineering activities.
- Innovation and Problem-Solving:
- Identify and assess emerging technologies and trends in facilities and equipment design, leveraging them to enhance the company’s competitive edge.
- Lead the resolution of technical challenges related to facility and equipment design, ensuring the highest quality and performance of biotech products.
- Budget and Resource Management:
- Manage the engineering budget, with a focus on optimizing resource allocation for facility and equipment projects.
- Ensure the availability of necessary tools, equipment, and resources for the engineering team.
- Stakeholder Communication:
- Serve as the primary engineering liaison to senior management, providing regular updates on facility and equipment project progress, risks, and opportunities.
- Engage with external partners, vendors, and customers to drive collaborative efforts and enhance the company’s technological capabilities.
Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in engineering, or a related field
- Experience: Minimum of 10 years of experience in engineering roles, with at least 3 years in a leadership position focused on facilities and equipment design within the biotech or life sciences industry.
- Technical Expertise: Strong knowledge of engineering principles and practices, particularly in the design and optimization of biotech facilities and equipment.
- Leadership Skills: Proven ability to lead and develop high-performing teams. Strong decision making, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills.
- Project Management: Demonstrated success in managing complex facility and equipment design projects from concept to completion.
- Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively convey technical information to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
