AVP, North America Engineering

HIKMA•Columbus, OH

11d•$182,000 - $331,250•Onsite

About The Position

Hikma Pharmaceuticals USA Inc. is seeking an AVP, North America Engineering to provide executive leadership for Engineering and Capital Projects across its North American manufacturing network. The role develops and executes engineering and technical operations strategies that support business growth, uninterrupted product supply, regulatory compliance, operational excellence, and cost competitiveness across injectable and solid-dose manufacturing operations. It leads engineering organizations, facility and equipment lifecycle management, process optimization, and large-scale capital investments. The role carries annual CAPEX responsibility exceeding US$75 million, with potentially higher investment during expansion and growth periods, and coordinates across North American engineering teams. The AVP serves on the North American Operations Leadership Team and advises executive leadership. The position leads engineering strategy and capital programs across manufacturing sites, supports commercialization and technology transfer, develops high-performing technical organizations, and collaborates with global and site teams as well as external partners. Regular, predictable onsite attendance is required, and significant travel is expected to support operational needs. The position is located in Columbus, Ohio; Bedford, Ohio; or Cherry Hill, New Jersey.

Requirements

15 or more years of progressive leadership experience within pharmaceutical manufacturing.
Experience managing internal and external personnel.
Demonstrated experience supporting both injectable and oral, including solid-dose, manufacturing operations.
Experience establishing strategies and leading Engineering organizations and technical operations.
Experience leading large-scale capital projects and facility modernization programs.
Strong understanding of generic pharmaceutical manufacturing environments and cost-competitive operations.
Experience with combination products.
Proven experience and process knowledge in pharmaceutical manufacturing and packaging technology, engineering, maintenance, and technical operations.
Strong knowledge of cGMP requirements, validation principles, human factors, quality systems, regulatory expectations, and industrial safety.
Proven leadership in high-volume manufacturing, driving operational excellence through Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, reliability engineering, and continuous improvement methodologies.
Understanding of and planning for scaled operations from R&D to commercialization.
Demonstrated success improving throughput, asset utilization, overall equipment effectiveness (OEE), quality, cost efficiency, and material control.
Ability to influence and collaborate with stakeholders at all levels, including executive leadership, regulatory agencies, suppliers, customers, and global teams.
Strong leadership, coaching, mentoring, and talent development skills, including guiding senior-level professionals and leading organizational transformation initiatives.
Results-oriented approach focused on safety, quality, compliance, delivery, and cost performance.
Expertise in capital project management, facility engineering, asset lifecycle management, and engineering program execution.
Strong strategic planning, portfolio management, budgeting, capital planning, and resource allocation capabilities.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and data-driven decision-making abilities.
Excellent project management skills and a track record of delivering complex initiatives across cross-functional and global organizations.
Excellent verbal, written, presentation, and executive communication skills, including the ability to explain complex technical and financial information to diverse audiences.
Self-motivated, detail-oriented team player able to work effectively in domestic and international environments.

Nice To Haves

Professional Engineer (PE), Lean Six Sigma, PMP, or equivalent certification.
Experience in IV bag manufacturing.
Multi-site and global leadership experience.
Experience supporting acquisitions, network optimization, or major capacity expansion initiatives.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute North America engineering and technical operations strategies aligned with business objectives, manufacturing priorities, and global initiatives.
Set short- and long-term strategic direction for engineering infrastructure, manufacturing technologies, asset reliability, CAPEX, and facility expansion.
Serve as a member of the North American Operations Leadership Team and advise executive leadership.
Lead engineering strategy and execution across North American manufacturing sites.
Manage large-scale capital investment programs, including facility expansions, equipment upgrades, automation initiatives, and capacity enhancement projects.
Ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and in compliance with quality and regulatory requirements.
Establish long-range capital plans to support growth, productivity, compliance, and business continuity.
Ensure engineering, validation, maintenance, and technical operations comply with FDA, DEA, OSHA, environmental requirements, applicable laws, and Hikma group requirements, policies, and expectations.
Lead engineering and technical support for new product introductions, site transfers, technology transfers, and third-party manufacturing initiatives.
Partner with R&D, Operations, Supply Chain, Procurement, and Commercial teams to support product launches and lifecycle management.
Provide technical due diligence support for business development opportunities, acquisitions, partnerships, and external manufacturing relationships.
Build and develop high-performing engineering and technical organizations.
Mentor and coach leaders across Engineering and associated project functions.
Drive succession planning, organizational effectiveness, and employee engagement initiatives.
Partner with global engineering, technical operations, procurement, supply chain, and quality organizations to align standards, priorities, and strategic initiatives.
Collaborate with site leaders and global Engineering functions.
Interact with regulatory agencies, contract manufacturing organizations, engineering service providers, equipment manufacturers, construction contractors, suppliers, strategic partners, industry associations, and consultants.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Maintain regular, predictable onsite attendance and punctuality.
Travel as needed to support operational needs.

Benefits

Annual performance bonus, commission, and share potential.
Auto enrollment in a Hikma-sponsored 401(k) program with a pre-tax contribution rate of 3% of eligible pay; Hikma matches 100% of the first 6% of eligible pay contributed.
Paid time off starting with 20 days, prorated based on hire date, with additional days granted upon work milestone anniversaries.
Three personal days, prorated based on hire date.
11 company-paid holidays.
Health, dental, vision, mental health, disability, life insurance, prescription drug coverage, and voluntary benefits.
Employee discount program.
Wellbeing rewards program.
Career advancement and growth opportunities.
Tuition reimbursement.
Paid maternity and parental leave.