Director, Engineering Science

Director, Engineering ScienceThe Director, Engineering Science plays a pivotal role in providing technical leadership and strategic vision within the Manufacturing Science and Technology (MSAT) of the organization. This role assesses and designs processes to integrate new equipment, optimize facilities, and enhance operational capabilities. The Director, Engineering Science leads engineering studies, drives improvements in Drug Substance Manufacturing (DSM), Drug Product and Finished Goods (DPFG), and ensures innovative solutions are implemented effectively. This role is crucial in enhancing site's process equipment and technology capability offerings and maintaining competitiveness, by making significant contributions to the company's growth and innovation.What You'll DoSpearheads technical assessments and process design for equipment and facility integrationDevelops and executes departmental vision and strategy, overseeing the Engineering Science teamParticipates in Request for Proposal (RFP) processes, leading the facility fit assessments, offering technical specifications, feasibility studies, and risk managementEnsures facilities are well-suited for client programs, focusing on technology integration, scalability, and quality assuranceFosters long-term client relationships by ensuring successful project proposals and executionsDepartmental budget adherenceManages assessments and feasibility studies for prospective new and expanded process equipment and technology capabilitiesResponsible for technical leadership in the assessment and process design / fits for new process equipment, facility and operational capabilities needed for new client programs, with focus on Drug Substance Biologics productionRepresents Engineering Science as a first point of contact on technical assessments and engineering studies, including technical support for safety assessmentsActively identifies gaps and suggest/drive implementation of improvements of Drug Substance Biologics production and Drug Product manufacturing capabilityPerforms process simulation to optimize throughput and identify potential bottlenecksCollaborates with senior internal and external personnel on significant matters often requiring coordination between organizational unitsMay act or direct team as technical support lead for Process management of safety incidents investigationManages and develops direct reportsAdministers company policies such as time off, shift work, and inclement weather that directly impact employeesCompletes required administrative tasks (e.g., timecard approvals, time off approvals, expense reports etc.)Coaches and guides direct reports to foster professional developmentParticipates in the recruitment process and retention strategies to attract and retain talent, as neededAddresses performance gaps, employee questions and concerns, and partners with HR as needed for resolutionPerforms other duties, as assignedMinimum RequirementsBachelor's degree in Pharmaceutical, Biotech Manufacturing, Engineering or related field with 13+ years of experience; ORMaster's degree in Pharmaceutical, Biotech Manufacturing, Engineering or related field with 11+ years of experience10+ years of people management, leadership & team management experiencePreferred RequirementsBachelor's/Master's degree in Biochemical or Chemical EngineeringDirect experience in Large Scale (20KL Cell Culture Scale) Biologics Drug Substance manufacturingWorking & Physical ConditionsAbility to stand for prolonged periods of time up to 60 minutes. Ability to sit for prolonged periods of time up to 60 minutes.Ability to conduct activities using repetitive motions that include wrists, hands and/or fingers.