Director, Engineering and Maintenance

Director, Engineering and Maintenance page is loaded## Director, Engineering and Maintenancelocations: Irvine, CAtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 30+ Days Agojob requisition id: R25\_631"Expect to grow", personally and professionally: At Siegfried, we offer exciting challenges and ample opportunities to showcase your talents. As a trusted and respected partner to the pharmaceutical industry, we uphold the highest standards in safety, quality and sustainability, while fostering a culture that empowers you to thrive. Join a rapidly expanding global company, where diverse perspectives and experiences come together in a collaborative environment. Here, you'll find a workplace that values both collective success and your individual contributions—offering long-term opportunities to grow and make an impact.**Your Role:**The Director of Engineering and Maintenance will have a vast understanding of engineering, engineering management, manufacturing, quality assurance, automation engineering, maintenance management in pharmaceutical , major CAPEX Site Project approval and execution and maintenance in close collaboration with all the relevant stakeholders. Definition, integration, and coordination of the medium and long-term strategic roadmap in accordance with the strategic vision of the site. Development and facilitation of effective governance structures at the site level, establishing robust processes to track, analyze and monitor measures of operational performance. Must have very strong technical credentials and also have the ability to manage and develop the people and functions that are part of the Engineering department. The Director of Engineering and Maintenance must also work closely with site initiatives for facility, equipment acquisition, site modifications, and qualifications. The role is member of the Site Lead Team.**Your Profile:*****Responsibilities**** Accomplishment of investment projects according to customer's needs (time, cost, functionality). Interface with Project Management, manufacturing, M&ST and Quality Assurance.* Meet agreed upon budget and ensure compliance goals are met.* Evaluate critical utilities requirements to support site activities.* Accomplishment of investment projects according to customers' needs (time, cost, functionality)* Minimization of asset life cycle costs* Provide management leadership and oversight to engineers, maintenance, facilities and automation teams* Oversee Maintenance, Facilities and Calibration activities.* Lead major CAPEX process or equipment projects as required.* Provide technical support to the manufacturing group as required.* Fulfill responsibilities as a member of the DCR, Deviation and CAPA team.* Oversee design and installation of production tooling and equipment.* Provide technical support for evaluating and resolving CAPAs.* Responsible for department budgeting, equipment purchases, and project planning.* Evaluates testing and manufacturing equipment in order to purchase or to make recommendations for purchase of equipment to be used in Manufacturing.* To ensure availability of competent, high performing people and managing the engineering talent pool. To stay abreast of current and newly emerging technologies to ensure that appropriate manufacturing techniques are utilized to manufacture high volume, high yield and high value products in aseptic operations.* Any and all other duties as assigned by immediate supervisor.Responsible for the maintenance strategy, equipment reliability and KPIs. As a member of SLT, periodically report progress status of key Site actions and key plant initiatives. Ensure robust integration of site strategy with corporate programs. Ensure the sharing and leverage of best practice/ expertise in site and with other plants***Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities**** Ability to function well in a team environment.* Requires extensive interfacing with manufacturers of equipment and vendors of diverse educational backgrounds.* Must possess excellent oral and written communication skills.* Must interface well cross functionally.* Strong well-rounded engineering and project management experience.* Superior analytical and computer skills.* Capable of using good reason and judgment to make and defend recommendations.* Proficient in computer skills, with Windows, Word, Excel, AutoCAD 14, Solid Works, Microsoft Project etc.***Required Education and Experience**** Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering or equivalent* 15 years engineering experience in the pharmaceutical industry* 7 or more years’ experience in managing an engineering team, and maintenance and facility management.* >5 years of GMP experience, including aseptic processes and clean utilities* Demonstrated responsibility for CapEx and maintenance budgets > $3M**Your Benefits:**Siegfried offers competitive pay and benefits including:* Medical, dental and vision coverage for employee and dependents* Life, short- and long-term disability* FSA and HSA* 401k with a company match* Generous PTO*Target base salary -$200,000 - $230,000*Founded in 1873 in Zofingen, Switzerland, Siegfried has grown into a global network of 13 sites across three continents. With a team of more than 3,800 highly skilled professionals, we take the innovations of our pharmaceutical customers to industrial scale and manufacture safe drugs for patients worldwide. As a fully integrated CDMO, Siegfried is one of the few organizations today that can carry out the development and manufacturing of APIs and finished dosage forms under one roof. This unique combination of know-how and experience makes us the most trusted partner in the pharmaceutical industry.### Our purpose drives us to be the strongest teamApplication Submission & Screening: Share your qualifications and enthusiasm through our application process. We review each submission to identify candidates whose skills best match the role. Initial Interview: We’ll explore your background, aspirations, and how you could contribute to our mission and culture. On-Site Interview: If possible, we invite you to meet us in person, connect with future colleagues, and get a feel for our workspace. Offer Stage: Congrats! If selected, you'll receive a detailed offer including compensation, benefits, and the exciting opportunities ahead. Onboarding: After you accept, we’ll guide you through a smooth, tailored onboarding experience to help you settle into your new role. Feedback & Improvement: Your feedback helps us continuously improve and enhance the candidate experience for others. #J-18808-Ljbffr