Director, Engineering Science

Fujifilm•Holly Springs, NC

16h

About The Position

The Director, Engineering Science plays a pivotal role in providing technical leadership and strategic vision within the Manufacturing Science and Technology (MSAT) of the organization. This role assesses and designs processes to integrate new equipment, optimize facilities, and enhance operational capabilities. The Director, Engineering Science leads engineering studies, drives improvements in Drug Substance Manufacturing (DSM), Drug Product and Finished Goods (DPFG), and ensures innovative solutions are implemented effectively. This role is crucial in enhancing site’s process equipment and technology capability offerings and maintaining competitiveness, by making significant contributions to the company’s growth and innovation.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Pharmaceutical, Biotech Manufacturing, Engineering or related field with 10+ years of experience; OR Master’s degree in Pharmaceutical, Biotech Manufacturing, Engineering or related field with 8+ years of experience
6+ years of people management, leadership & team management experience
Ability to stand for prolonged periods of time up to 60 minutes.
Ability to sit for prolonged periods of time up to 60 minutes.
Ability to conduct activities using repetitive motions that include wrists, hands and/or fingers.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's/Master’s degree in Biochemical or Chemical Engineering
Direct experience in Large Scale (20KL Cell Culture Scale) Biologics Drug Substance manufacturing

Responsibilities

Spearheads technical assessments and process design for equipment and facility integration
Develops and executes departmental vision and strategy, overseeing the Engineering Science team
Participates in Request for Proposal (RFP) processes, leading the facility fit assessments, offering technical specifications, feasibility studies, and risk management
Ensures facilities are well-suited for client programs, focusing on technology integration, scalability, and quality assurance
Fosters long-term client relationships by ensuring successful project proposals and executions
Departmental budget adherence
Manages assessments and feasibility studies for prospective new and expanded process equipment and technology capabilities
Responsible for technical leadership in the assessment and process design / fits for new process equipment, facility and operational capabilities needed for new client programs, with focus on Drug Substance Biologics production
Represents Engineering Science as a first point of contact on technical assessments and engineering studies, including technical support for safety assessments
Actively identifies gaps and suggest/drive implementation of improvements of Drug Substance Biologics production and Drug Product manufacturing capability
Performs process simulation to optimize throughput and identify potential bottlenecks
Collaborates with senior internal and external personnel on significant matters often requiring coordination between organizational units
May act or direct team as technical support lead for Process management of safety incidents investigation
Manages and develops direct reports
Administers company policies such as time off, shift work, and inclement weather that directly impact employees
Completes required administrative tasks (e.g., timecard approvals, time off approvals, expense reports etc.)
Coaches and guides direct reports to foster professional development
Participates in the recruitment process and retention strategies to attract and retain talent, as needed
Addresses performance gaps, employee questions and concerns, and partners with HR as needed for resolution
Performs other duties, as assigned