Regional Engineering Lead (Animal Health Manufacturing)

Job Description As Regional Engineering Lead for the US region, you will own the end‑to‑end investment lifecycle of equipment, facilities, utilities and systems across sites in the region. Key Accountabilities Owning and managing the total lifecycle of site fixed assets in alignment with regional and site strategies. Partnering closely with Regional Operations Leaders to manage and optimize site fixed assets. Facilitate the management of capital projects through our company Capital Management Process, including presenting at the Animal Health Capital Review Committee (CRC). Ensuring successful delivery of capital investments (scope, schedule and cost) in line with strategic objectives. Driving optimization of site assets in terms of utilization, reliability, maintenance and regulatory compliance (including cGMP). Acting as the single point of contact for Site Project Managers, Capital Project Team Leads and Engineering/Maintenance Leads. Driving standard work, engineering best practices and knowledge sharing across sites. Supporting sites in the development of Site Master Plans and Long‑Range Capital Plans. Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related technical field. 7–10+ years of experience in engineering, maintenance and/or capital project planning and execution within a regulated environment. Strong experience with stage‑gate capital delivery models. Proven ability to lead and manage complex engineering projects and operational readiness activities. In‑depth knowledge of engineering principles, asset management, cGMP requirements and regulatory compliance. Strong leadership, stakeholder management and influencing skills, including the ability to engage senior leaders. Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively in global, cross‑functional and multi‑disciplinary teams. Excellent problem‑solving, decision‑making and communication skills. Preferred Skills/ Certifications Project Management Professional (PMP) Portfolio Management Professional (PfMP) Program Management Professional (PgMP) Required Skills Capital Management, Capital Planning, Capital Projects, Facility Management, Project Management, Project Planning, Project Portfolio Management (PPM), Stage‑Gate Compensation Salary range: $117,000.00 - $184,200.00 Eligible for annual bonus and long‑term incentive, if applicable. Benefits: medical, dental, vision healthcare, and other insurance benefits (for employee and family), retirement benefits including 401(k), paid holidays, vacation, and compassionate and sick days. Location US and Puerto Rico Residents Only. Equal Employment Opportunity As an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, we provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. As a federal contractor, we comply with all affirmative action requirements for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about your rights, including under California, Colorado and other US State Acts. Requisition ID: R405081 #J-18808-Ljbffr Merck