Principal, Plant Technical Support
Core
Lead strategic CAPEX projects and serve as the site process engineering SME for aseptic manufacturing, compounding, filling, packaging, and inspection operations.
Role type
Principal, Plant Technical Support
Builds
Pharmaceutical/medical manufacturing capacity and process capability
Domain
Pharmaceutical/Medical Manufacturing
Required skills
End-to-end project management, process engineering, aseptic manufacturing, process validation, root cause analysis, process optimization, technology transfer, lifecycle management, cross-functional collaboration, engineering standards development, Lean/Six Sigma, digitalization, risk management, technical mentorship
Preferred skills
None stated
Technologies
None stated
Responsibilities
Lead strategic CAPEX projects from concept through commissioning and operational handover; Develop and execute engineering and process technology roadmaps for capacity expansion; Drive operational excellence through process optimization, OEE improvement, yield enhancement, and waste reduction; Lead complex process investigations, root cause analysis, and CAPAs; Provide technical leadership for equipment, facility, utilities, automation, and process control system upgrades; Support technology transfers, process validation, manufacturing readiness, and lifecycle management programs; Establish and maintain engineering standards, technical documentation, and regulatory compliance requirements; Champion Lean, Six Sigma, Industry 4.0, and continuous improvement initiatives; Monitor project and manufacturing performance, manage risks, and ensure audit and inspection readiness; Mentor and develop engineering talent.
Seniority
Principal, hands-on IC with strategic leadership
