Technology & Innovation Lead, Process Equipment DS (f/m/d)
Core
Champion the transformation of process and manufacturing technologies for Takeda's Drug Substance (DS) network by setting technical direction, building technology visions and strategies, and enabling scalable execution.
Role type
Senior IC process engineering lead (biopharmaceutical manufacturing)
Builds
Scalable, safe, and cost-effective technical solutions for DS manufacturing plants
Domain
Biopharmaceutical manufacturing / Process Engineering
Required skills
Biopharmaceutical engineering expertise, Process engineering, Plant engineering, Reliability engineering, Technology scouting, Industry benchmarking, Digitalization/Pharma 4.0 concepts, cGMP/GLP regulations knowledge, ICH/FDA CMC/ISPE/PDA guidance knowledge, Data/analytics, Leadership, Strategic planning
Preferred skills
Advanced manufacturing expectations knowledge, Global guidance evolution, Technology standards development, Community of Practice leadership, CAPEX investment project support, Design Engineering collaboration
Technologies
Pharma 4.0, Data-driven decision tools, Digital manufacturing concepts
Responsibilities
Lead technology visions, strategies, and execution roadmaps for DS equipment technologies; Actively scout technology and participate in industry conferences to identify emerging solutions; Drive DS technology strategies leveraging digitalization; Lead evaluation of existing processes/equipment to define improvements; Establish/lead technology groups and Communities of Practice; Own/author standards, guidelines, and templates; Provide technical SME support to CAPEX investment projects and Design Engineering; Liaise with key internal stakeholders for solution deployment.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with strategic leadership
