
Process and Technical Engineering Lead
MSD
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Hybrid
Location: Dunboyne • Ireland
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About the role
- Provide end‑to‑end technical leadership for facility‑fit assessments for both inline and New Product Introduction (NPI) programs
- Lead the identification, prioritization, and resolution of engineering issues arising during facility‑fit activities
- Deliver strong technical oversight to ensure technical excellence and right‑first‑time execution during process transfers
- Act as a subject matter expert (SME) in biologics process equipment
- Serve as an SME in the development of digital twin solutions and strategic improvements
- Make recommendations for site equipment investments
- Provide technical input to upstream and downstream platform definitions
- Collaborate closely with broader Science & Technology (S&T) functions
- Establish and lead a small, focused team of engineers
- Develop, mentor, and coach engineering team members
Requirements
- B.S., M.S., or Ph.D. in a relevant Engineering or Science discipline
- A minimum of 9 years’ experience in biopharmaceutical manufacturing and/or development
- Demonstrated technical excellence with deep understanding of biologics molecules, manufacturing processes, process equipment, and automation
- Experience in biologics drug substance development, technical operations, and new product introduction
- Strong cross‑divisional networking and collaboration skills
- Experience working within technical operations at a manufacturing site
- Experience with regulatory filings, quality notifications, investigations, and CAPA management
- Proven leadership with the ability to influence at all organizational levels
- Strong talent‑building capabilities, with both strategic and detail‑oriented strengths
- Solid understanding of product management systems, business and financial principles, and the ability to manage multiple programs simultaneously
- A strong sense of urgency, motivational leadership style, and agility in driving change.
Benefits
- Flexible working arrangements
- Health insurance
- Professional development opportunities
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
biopharmaceutical manufacturingbiologics process equipmentdigital twin solutionsprocess transfersautomationregulatory filingsquality notificationsCAPA managementproduct management systemsengineering
Soft Skills
technical leadershipcollaborationmentoringcoachinginfluencingnetworkingtalent buildingstrategic thinkingdetail orientationmotivational leadership
Certifications
B.S.M.S.Ph.D.