Principal Engineer, Global Technical Operations, Engineering & Innovation
LEON PCI Pharma Services
Full time
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Principal Engineer, Global Technical Operations, Engineering, & Innovation
The Principal Engineer (Global Technical Operations, Engineering & Innovation), acting as a subject matter expert, provides oversight in the design of state of the art isolated sterile fill finish and lyophilization equipment and supporting plant systems through direct involvement and/or managing a cross functional team, supports fine tuning and continuous improvement objectives in assuring equipment or systems operate at optimal performance. The Global Principal Engineer is responsible for providing technical leadership and management in the delivery of Front End Engineering Designs which includes cross functional collaboration to develop Project Charters, Project Scope Definitions, Project Business Requirements (business case), and economic evaluations needed to support project approvals, stage gate reviews, project governance, etc. This position requires ability to interact and galvanize input through all levels of the organization including Senior Leadership and C Suite. Supports master planning, manufacturing asset assessments, and 5 year CapEx planning across the segment in alignment with enterprise priorities. Manages Front End Engineering Design efforts to develop project scopes, cost estimates, and schedules in accordance with identified project priorities and business objectives providing deliverables for the foundation of business case evaluations in a CDMO environment.




Manages external engineering partners and internal cross functional teams in the execution and delivery of Front End Engineering Designs
Investigate, develop, and recommend alternatives for design, procurement, and installation of new/modified equipment or systems for the optimal utilization and control of resources.
Institute project teams and governance structures.
Lead and execute Site Master Planning across the segment.
Conduct troubleshooting and/or technical analyses on operational equipment and processes.
Establish Project Charters including scope of work, goals, and deliverables in collaboration with project champion/sponsor to support business objectives in alignment with senior leadership and key stakeholders.
Organize project governance requirements and subsequently coordinating communications and meetings in compliance with the governance.
Liaise with project stakeholders on an ongoing basis.
Ensures inclusion of Global Quality Tech Operations personnel in key decisions and project delivery efforts.
Ensures inclusion of Site Operations (Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality, Validation, etc) personnel in site related projects and continuous improvement efforts.
Developing metrics to manage, evaluate, and communicate progress on assigned tasks, projects, improvement efforts, etc.
Leads the implementation of major capital projects as needed. Provide technical support through the gate process, during pre-construction phase, and coordinate daily activities with the production area and project management and contractors. Prepare URS, Risk Assessments, Safety Assessments associated with the project.




Leads the effort with end users to develop system requirements, specification of equipment/buildings, review design from outside engineering firms or contractors (as needed), overseeing fabrication and leading Factory/Site Acceptance Testing.
Ensure risks to employee health and safety are rigidly controlled in compliance with the PCI PHARMA SERVICES Environmental Health and Safety procedures.
Act as a champion and change agent in support of the Global Engineering team and other continuous improvement efforts. Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or similar accreditation is required.
A minimum of 15 years experience in cGMP related engineering, facilities clean utilities and/or plant utilities, preferably in the biotechnology, medical device, or pharmaceutical industry.
A minimum of 10 years experience in a life science contract, development, and manufacturing Organization (CDMO) environment.
A minimum of 5 years people supervision and management experience.
A minimum of 5 years experience with continuous improvement and hands on innovation ideation platforms.
We do not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, or any other protected status.
At PCI, we have an uncompromising focus on providing quality and operational excellence and providing the industry leading customer experience. We live a philosophy of intentional learning combined with real-life experience supported by a fair and competitive rewards program. PCI Pharma Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Vet/Disabled
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