Head of Engineering (m/f/d)

at  WuXi Biologics

Are you a talented and experienced Engineering professional looking for an exciting leadership opportunity? Our dynamic Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization (CDMO) is seeking a skilled Engineering Lead to join our passionate team. As the Engineering Lead, you will play a critical role in driving innovation, optimizing processes, and ensuring the success of biotechnology projects for our diverse clientele.

Responsibilities:

• Technical Expertise: Strong understanding of bioprocessing techniques, including fermentation, cell culture, downstream processing, and purification
• Leadership: Lead a team of skilled employees, providing guidance, mentorship, and fostering a collaborative work environment.
• Project Management: Oversee the successful execution of projects from inception to completion, ensuring timelines, budgets, and quality objectives are met.
• Process Optimization: Continuously identify opportunities to enhance manufacturing processes, driving efficiency and productivity improvements.
• Technology Advancement: Stay up-to-date with the latest developments in biotechnology and engineering, incorporating innovative technologies and techniques into our processes.
• Compliance and Quality: Ensure strict adherence to regulatory standards and maintain a robust quality management system to guarantee compliance with industry regulations.
• Risk Assessment: Analyze potential risks associated with manufacturing processes and develop strategies to mitigate and prevent any issues.
• Client Engagement: Collaborate closely with clients to understand their specific needs, provide technical expertise, and offer solutions to meet their project requirements.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with other departments, including R&D, Quality Control, and Manufacturing, to facilitate seamless project transitions and ensure successful product delivery.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Biochemical Engineering, or a related field. A Ph.D. is a plus.
• Experience: Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in biotech engineering, with at least 2 years in a leadership or managerial capacity. Strong understanding of facilities and utilities; bioprocessing techniques including cell culture and downstream processing.
• Technical Expertise: Strong understanding of bioprocessing techniques, including fermentation, cell culture, downstream processing, and purification.
• Leadership Skills: Proven ability to lead and inspire teams, driving motivation, and fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment.
• Project Management: Demonstrated experience in successfully managing biotech projects, from concept to commercialization.
• Compliance: Knowledge of cGMP and regulatory requirements for biotech manufacturing.
• Analytical Thinking: Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills to identify and resolve complex technical challenges.
• Communication: Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact confidently with clients and cross-functional teams.

If you are a motivated and accomplished Biotech Engineering professional seeking to make a significant impact in the rapidly evolving biotech industry, we encourage you to apply. Join our team and contribute to groundbreaking advancements in biotechnology while advancing your career as a Biotech Engineering Lead at our cutting-edge CDMO. Apply now and become a vital part of our mission to deliver life-changing therapies to patients worldwide

• Technical Expertise: Strong understanding of bioprocessing techniques, including fermentation, cell culture, downstream processing, and purification
• Leadership: Lead a team of skilled employees, providing guidance, mentorship, and fostering a collaborative work environment.
• Project Management: Oversee the successful execution of projects from inception to completion, ensuring timelines, budgets, and quality objectives are met.
• Process Optimization: Continuously identify opportunities to enhance manufacturing processes, driving efficiency and productivity improvements.
• Technology Advancement: Stay up-to-date with the latest developments in biotechnology and engineering, incorporating innovative technologies and techniques into our processes.
• Compliance and Quality: Ensure strict adherence to regulatory standards and maintain a robust quality management system to guarantee compliance with industry regulations.
• Risk Assessment: Analyze potential risks associated with manufacturing processes and develop strategies to mitigate and prevent any issues.
• Client Engagement: Collaborate closely with clients to understand their specific needs, provide technical expertise, and offer solutions to meet their project requirements.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with other departments, including R&D, Quality Control, and Manufacturing, to facilitate seamless project transitions and ensure successful product delivery