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Director of Engineering

BioTalent Ltd

Stevenage

On-site

GBP 60,000 - 100,000

Full time

30+ days ago

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Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Director of Engineering to lead critical efforts in biopharmaceutical facilities. This role offers the chance to work in a collaborative and innovative environment, focusing on breakthrough cancer therapies. As a leader, you will oversee GMP operations, manage teams, and drive engineering strategies to enhance efficiency and compliance. If you have a strong background in engineering leadership and a passion for making an impact in life sciences, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a growing biotech company that values diversity and fosters professional growth.

Benefits

Private medical insurance
Pension
Performance bonuses
Flexible workplace

Qualifications

  • 8-10 years of experience in GMP manufacturing within life sciences.
  • Strong leadership skills with a focus on maintenance and reliability.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee GMP engineering operations for compliance and efficiency.
  • Manage engineering teams, focusing on recruitment and training.
  • Collaborate on engineering strategy and budget planning.

Skills

Leadership
GMP Manufacturing
Maintenance Engineering
Process Engineering
Team Management

Education

BSc / BEng in Engineering
Equivalent training / experience in industry

Job description

We’re looking for aDirector of Engineeringto lead critical engineering efforts across state-of-the-art biopharmaceutical facilities. If you thrive in a fast-paced, regulated environment and want to make a real impact, this could be the role for you.

This Role Offers You:

  • Leadership in a growing biotech company working on breakthrough cancer therapies and moving into commercialisation.
  • A collaborative, innovative environment with highly skilled professionals.
  • Competitive salary, performance bonuses, private medical insurance, pension, and more.
  • A flexible and inclusive workplace that values diversity and growth.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Oversee GMP engineering operations, ensuring compliance and efficiency across state-of-the-art manufacturing sites.
  • Manage engineering teams and contractors, focusing on recruitment, training, and performance.
  • Lead maintenance and process engineering to resolve facility issues and ensure equipment is calibrated and operational.
  • Collaborate with senior leadership on engineering strategy, budget planning, and project optimization.
  • Serve as the key contact during regulatory audits and drive vendor management.

What You'll Bring:

  • Established Engineering leader
  • 8-10 years Commercial, GMP manufacturing experience within a life sciences organisation (5-7 years minimum)
  • Academia experience is a plus (Military or aviation early experience)
  • Maintenance & Reliability engineering focus
  • BSc / BEng in Engineering or similar or equivalent training / experience in industry
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