Project Manager - Custom Upstream (Client-facing, Bioreactors, Mixer Tech.)
About The Position
Bring more to life. Are you ready to accelerate your potential and make a real difference within life sciences, diagnostics and biotechnology? At Cytiva, one of Danaher’s 15+ operating companies, our work saves lives—and we’re all united by a shared commitment to innovate for tangible impact. You’ll thrive in a culture of belonging where you and your unique viewpoint matter. And by harnessing Danaher’s system of continuous improvement, you help turn ideas into impact – innovating at the speed of life. Working at Cytiva means being at the forefront of providing new solutions to transform human health. Our incredible customers undertake life-saving activities ranging from fundamental biological research to developing innovative vaccines, new medicines, and cell and gene therapies. At Cytiva you will be able to continuously improve yourself and us – working on challenges that truly matter with people that care for each other, our customers, and their patients. Take your next step to an altogether life-changing career. Learn about the Danaher Business System which makes everything possible The Project Manager - Custom Upstream is responsible for delivering customized upstream hardware unit operations supporting our Hardware Solutions Business Unit. This position reports to the Technical Director and is part of the Custom Upstream Hardware Project Management Office, located in Marlborough, MA and will be an on-site role.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Natural Sciences, Operations, Computer Science, or a related field, with working experience across areas such as automation, mechanical equipment, software/electronics, manufacturing, supply chain, biology, or chemistry.
- Prefer minimum of 3 years of experience in a Project Management role within a regulated manufacturing environment (Pharma or Medical Device strongly preferred).
- Demonstrated ability to manage cross‑functional projects in complex, compliance‑driven settings while balancing technical and operational requirements.
Responsibilities
- Manages Custom Upstream Hardware delivery projects - Scope, Budget, and Schedule.
- Establishes plans based on the data provided by the Customer Contract, User Requirement Specifications, and availability of Functional Resources
- Works in partnership with the Product Manager, Lead System Designers, Automation, Commercial Operations, Product Teams, and Quoting/Proposal Teams to execute the Custom Hardware Project Milestone Reviews
- Ability to review and comment on customer URS for biopharmaceutical equipment and evaluate possible technologies or designs to meet customer requirements.
- Works with Lead System Designer, Supply Chain, and Qualification Services/Automation (if necessary), and the customer to execute Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT)
Benefits
- Cytiva, a Danaher operating company, offers a broad array of comprehensive, competitive benefit programs that add value to our lives. Whether it’s a health care program or paid time off, our programs contribute to life beyond the job. Check out our benefits at Danaher Benefits Info.
- We offer comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
