Sr. Engineering Project Manager

Bachem AG•Vista, CA

1d•$126,317 - $173,686

About The Position

The Sr. Engineering Project Manager leads the implementation of large‑scale production processes and equipment at Bachem, applying best‑practice project management methodologies to capital projects. This role oversees system start‑up activities and ensures that engineers and operations staff are fully trained to operate and troubleshoot new equipment effectively.

Requirements

Master’s degree in engineering, science, business or related field with 5+ years of relevant work experience
Bachelor’s degree in engineering, science, business or related field with 10+ years of relevant work experience
Associate’s degree in engineering, science, business or related field with 15+ years of relevant work experience
Minimum of 8 years pharm/biotech experience
Work experience in GMP-related capital projects
Knowledge of cGMP, pharmaceutical manufacturing methods and engineering principles
Technical knowledge of processes, equipment, and utilities (batch processing, tank, filtration, lyophilization, purified water systems etc.)
Strong MS Suite skills, particularly MS Project, Sharepoint, etc.
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Ability to effectively organize, multitask, and work in a fast-paced, deadline driven work environment
Ability to lead engineering teams in project management practices and assist engineering manager in developing site-wide procedures regarding managing capital projects
Ability to communicate in a proactive and solution-focused manner, including keeping management aware of potential issues
Strong interpersonal skills to influence and negotiate with Bachem functional managers
Communicate effectively and ability to function well in a team environment
Plan projects from inception to completion.
Ability to maintain a live-up-to-date risk register, schedule, budget and issues log related to program/project activity.

Nice To Haves

Experience with peptides
General lab instrument (GC, FTIR, NMR and KF) knowledge and operation experience
PMP certification

Responsibilities

Transfer Bachem proprietary manufacturing technology from Bachem Switzerland to Bachem America.
Leverage engineering design principles and large‑scale production technologies used in Bachem Switzerland to guide equipment implementation and ensure alignment with global standards.
Implement and build manufacturing infrastructure to mirror Bachem Switzerland utilizing experience gained in Bachem to maximize capabilities.
Lead cross-functional teams (Quality, Production, Facilities, Engineering) within a matrix environment.
Oversee CapEx projects for new GMP laboratories and equipment (AHU, dehumidifiers, chillers, etc.), cleanrooms and lyophilizers, as well as controls and automation associated with these activities.
Develop and train employees on the utilization of maintenance schedules for new equipment.
Support the Engineering Director on capital projects for facility remodeling and expansion.
Perform activities associated with the design and qualifications of the new and existing equipment used in a manufacturing plant.
Create new process and equipment drawings based on specifications and standards.
Act as the lead project manager for the design and construction of new plant expansions and plat-related capital projects.
Work with other departments, contractors, and vendors.
Perform process development studies for new and existing projects. Write summary reports to support the process development data. Write standard operation procedures, standard test procedures, master batch records and other related GMP documents.