Sr. Project Manager (Client Facing, Bioreactor Custom Hardware Quoting)
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 Sr Project Manager/Sales Engineer is a key customer‑facing role within the Custom Engineering U.S. organization, serving as a trusted technical and commercial partner on complex opportunities. This role works closely with customers to understand process and facility requirements and translate those needs into tailored, end‑to‑end solutions. By combining technical expertise with consultative engagement, the Principal Engineer supports turn‑key projects from early concept through solution definition, helping drive successful commercial outcomes. This position reports to the Sr Manager, Project Management and is part of the Custom Engineering Team located in Shrewsbury, MA, and will be an on-site role.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field.
- Prefer 5+ years experience in engineering, operations, process development, or project management within the life sciences industry, with a focus on process engineering disciplines (process development, design, commissioning, and validation)
- Proficient computer skills, Microsoft Office Suite; working knowledge of project management software (Basecamp, MS Project)
- Experience in performing equipment testing (FAT, SAT, commissioning, and qualification)
Nice To Haves
- 5+ years of industrial experience (biotechnology and pharma) in engineering or manufacturing operations
- Practical application of pharmaceutical / biologics regulations.
Responsibilities
- Support Sales with customer meetings to discuss Cytiva technologies and capabilities, in the context of the customers process and facility requirements.
- Perform technical review of initial customer enquiry (RFP, URS, etc.)
- Develop a turn-key, integrated technical solution for the customers’ process
- Provide technical support to Project Management and Engineering team in the development of proposals for the delivery of turn-key integrated solution
- Maintain agreed to timelines for deliverables in support of the sales opportunity
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
Mid Level
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
