Associate Director, Global Engineering Solutions - Project Technical Lead

Overview

Join our Global Engineering Solutions leadership team as the Associate Director, Project Technical Lead. The Associate Director will drive the successful execution of large-scale capital projects for our Animal Health portfolio. This role requires technical leadership, project management expertise, exemplary communication and collaboration skills with proven regulatory and quality compliance experience. Reporting to the GES Animal Health Lead in Global Engineering Solutions (GES), the Associate Director will be part of a high performing team accountable for implementation of a major project within our Company\'s growing portfolio of Animal Health work. The Associate Director will serve as the Technical Lead for a large capital project (>

$500MM) and be responsible for leading Suite teams, collaborating with design and construction partners, and driving equipment / process selection, design, startup and commissioning and qualification through all phases of the project.

The Associate Director participates in project activities ranging from business case development through the implementation of the business solution using the Capital Management stage gate process with varying degrees of responsibility and will exhibit sound leadership and exemplary partnership, communication, and vendor management skills. They are expected to develop and maintain advanced technical knowledge in their respective area(s) of expertise. They use experience and foresight to identify potential issues and keep the project on track to avoid problems.

The Associate Director collaborates with other Integrated Project Team (IPT) members (e.g., Project Management, Technology, Maintenance, Automation, Plant Operations, and Safety), Engineering Firms, and Vendors to progress deliverables. The Associate Director would be responsible for leading teams which own the planning, design, and implementation of capital projects including scope generation, process & facility design, equipment selection, vendor interaction, factory acceptance testing, technology transfer, construction support, equipment qualification, facility start-up and process demonstrations.

Candidates with significant experience in engineering design (Drug Product, Plant and Clean utilities), product equipment operation, vendor management, process safety and USDA industry guidance are preferred. Candidate should have demonstrated ability to lead a cross functional team through design and execution, while championing innovative solutions that meet the objectives of the business. The candidate should have a strong understanding of the line of business, understand lean design and delivery, implement standard work and be able to lead technical areas from an end-to-end perspective.

Relocation Requirement : By 2026, the candidate must be willing to permanently relocate to De Soto, Kansas. We understand that moving can be a significant decision, so we will provide relocation assistance to help facilitate this transition.

Primary responsibilities

This position will function as the technical / engineering process lead engineer with prior experience supporting Biologics, Vaccine and / or Sterile Projects

• Guide or assist project design efforts, providing innovative solutions that meet business goals.
• Lead and collaborate with cross-functional Suite teams in the evaluation of alternative solutions and the development of project scope
• Provide technical guidance during project implementation, assure viability of technology in proposed configuration.
• Provide support as needed for projects across the global network to drive sharing of lessons learned and drive efficiency in execution of project deliverables.
• Lead or participate in Engineering Design review sessions.
• Ensure that deliverables conform to our Company\'s standards and practices and are technically sound.
• Liaise with other technical functions to ensure successful technology transfers of new and existing products.
• Work with contractors, suppliers, and other team members in the execution of the work.
• Ensure project is progressing with compliance to our company\'s Capital Project Roadmap and approved commissioning and qualification strategy.
• Leads project design efforts, providing innovative solutions that meet business objective.
• The position will require technical oversight to junior engineers and resources from an engineering firm and GES-Contractors.
• The position will require direct line management of up to 5 direct reports and 3 contingent workers.

Education and experience

Education Minimum Requirement :

Required Experience and Skills :

Additional information

Relocation : Domestic

US and Puerto Rico Residents Only : Our company is committed to inclusion, ensuring that candidates can engage in a hiring process that exhibits their true capabilities. Please click here if you need an accommodation during the application or hiring process.

Equal 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.

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Hybrid Work Model : U.S. Hybrid Work Model details are provided in the posting; for field-based or site-based roles, remote options may differ by position.

Salary and Benefits : The salary range for this role is $139,600.00 - $219,700.00. Eligible for annual bonus and long-term incentive, if applicable. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, retirement (401(k)), paid holidays, vacation, and sick days. More information about benefits is available at the company\'s compensation and benefits page.

Application : You can apply for this role through the company careers site. The application deadline is stated on this posting.

Additional disclosures : San Francisco and Los Angeles residential considerations; search firm policy; Employee Status : Regular; Travel Requirements : 50%; Visa Sponsorship : No; Shift : 1st - Day; Training and driving requirements as applicable.

Posting End Date : 10 / 10 / 2025

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