About the Company At VILS, we are dedicated to pushing the boundaries of innovation within the life sciences sector. Our commitment to excellence drives us toward creating advanced production facilities. VILS is an international company at the forefront of designing, leading, and supervising investment projects in Life Sciences and Novel Foods, providing comprehensive services from detailed process analyses to the delivery of fully functional labs and cleanrooms, ensuring that facilities are optimally aligned with processes. VILS is seeeking a local, Germany-based Head of Engineering. If you're passionate about making a significant impact in an exciting German project environment, we want to hear from you! About the Role The Head of Engineering leads initiatives that enhance the current engineering capabilities at multiple levels. This role is critical in supporting current engineering projects and leveraging site engineering knowledge while ensuring business continuity. Responsibilities: Lead an Engineering Team at a Biopharma production site, overseeing bioproduction buildings, QC, Cleanroom Cleaning and Warehouse. Elevate the Engineering team's capabilities by enhancing site knowledge, coaching, and fostering a culture of “Getting Things Done” aligned with company strategy. Develop and implement Engineering roadmaps for short, mid, and long-term business continuity. Conduct critical process assessments of engineering, maintenance, cleaning, and commissioning to identify inefficiencies and areas for improvement. Analyze team structures and workflows to ensure optimal positioning of personnel and maximized team strengths. Assess and advocate for the optimization of tools and resources to align with project goals and industry best practices. Establish workflow priorities to streamline processes and ensure adherence to project timelines. Promote a culture of continuous improvement where teams share feedback and ideas for enhanced operational effectiveness. Provide technical guidance, particularly related to WFI systems and clean utilities, ensuring quality and compliance. Demonstrate high presence on the shop floor, leading by example. Requirements To excel in the role of Head of Engineering, you should possess the following qualifications: A minimum of 5 years in an engineering leadership position with experience on site level, within the life sciences sectors. Proven experience in critical assessments within industrial settings is essential. Strong analytical skills to assess processes, identify gaps, and implement effective solutions for improvement. In-depth understanding of organizational transformation strategies. Technical expertise in engineering principles, including Clean and Black utilities, HVAC, electricity, and automation, within GxP context, and the ability to implement best practices. Proficiency in both English and German (knowledge of Dutch is not required). Willingness to maintain 100% presence on site (region: Baden-Württemberg). What We Offer A challenging role in an exciting German project environment. Opportunities for professional development and growth within a high-performing team. Competitive hourly rate or salary If you are driven and eager to contribute to innovative projects in the life sciences sector, we invite you to apply. Please send your CV to jobs@vils.pro to start your journey with us. For further information, feel free to contact Jolien Goris, HR Manager, at hr@vils.pro. We look forward to welcoming you to our team!