Planet Pharma are working with a Global Medical Company who are seeking a Project Engineering leader to join them onsite at their facility near Bielefeld.
We are looking for a Project Engineering Leader to join our team and take ownership of high-impact GMP projects while leading a growing team of engineers. This role is critical in reshaping project management operations, ensuring compliance, and driving efficiency across all departments.
Responsibilities
* Lead and develop a team of engineers, fostering professional growth and motivation.
* Manage investment projects ranging from new equipment installations to facility upgrades, with budgets between €100K–€3M.
* Redefine project management practices, ensuring PMI-compliant execution and process optimization.
* Implement Lean and Six Sigma methodologies to enhance operational efficiency.
* Oversee qualification measures including FAT, SAT, IQ, OQ, and PQ to maintain compliance.
* Develop an internal and external service strategy for engineering and assembly service providers.
* Ensure proper GMP documentation and its handover to maintain regulatory standards.
* Drive change management, standing firm against resistance and making strategic decisions to improve operations.
Requirements
* 5+ years of leadership experience, managing technical teams in an engineering environment.
* 10+ years in GMP project management, handling complex budgets.
* Industry experience in pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, chemicals, or food production.
* Expertise in facility and process engineering, including freeze drying, ultra-pure media, HVAC, and refrigeration technology.
* Strong ability to navigate organizational change, communicate effectively, and lead structured transformations.
* Native-level fluency in German and excellent English skills.
This is an opportunity to shape the future of project engineering, ensuring high standards, efficiency, and innovation. If you have the expertise and determination to lead change in a dynamic environment, we look forward to your application.
To Apply
If you would like to discuss this vacancy further or to discuss your career options in confidence, please email on lwatkins@planet-pharma.co.uk
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