Senior Director, Intelligent Equipment - Sensing, Analytics, and Digital Innovation

Danaher Corporation; Devizes; On-site; GBP 159,000 - 208,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus programme

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Cytiva, a Danaher operating company, seeks a Senior Director to define the Intelligent Equipment strategy across sensing, analytics, process control, automation, and predictive maintenance. You will drive multi‑unit roadmaps, secure partnerships, and lead global teams to deliver differentiation and growth.

This on‑site role requires 10+ years in biotech/industrial automation with a strong track record in innovation and senior leadership.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in Engineering, Analytical Sciences, Biophysics, Life Sciences, Computer Science, or related field.
• MBA a plus.
• PMP certification or program leadership experience advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Define and lead the Intelligent Equipment vision, strategy, and innovation roadmap.
• Shape and execute an innovation strategy grounded in market insight and commercial impact.
• Lead cross-functional programs spanning R&D, Product Management, Digital Technologies, Commercial, and Manufacturing.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Cross-functional collaboration

Change management

Education

Advanced degree (Engineering/Analytical Sciences/Life Sciences)

Tools

Danaher Business System (DBS)

Job description

Job Overview

The Senior Director, Intelligent Equipment will define and lead Cytiva's integrated Intelligent Equipment innovation strategy and execution, driving transformational growth across sensing and analytical technologies, process control and automation, predictive maintenance, and data-driven intelligence. This leader will be responsible for developing and executing strategic and tactical roadmaps that accelerate innovation, close capability gaps, and deliver measurable business impact across multiple Business Units and Operating Companies. The ultimate objective is to establish Cytiva as the market leader in delivering bioprocess insight, intelligence, and process control through integrated intelligent equipment solutions.

Reporting

This position reports to the Senior Director, Digital Technologies and Business Integration and will be an on-site role. Acting as a highly visible change agent and thought leader, this individual will challenge conventional approaches, inspire global teams, and foster an ambitious and enduring innovation culture that accelerates the development and adoption of differentiated customer solutions.

What You Will Do

• Develop and drive the Intelligent Equipment vision, strategy, and innovation roadmap ensuring the projects spanning Process Control, Automation, Sensing and Analytical Technologies, and Predictive Maintenance are executed as a cohesive portfolio that delivers differentiated bioprocess insight intelligence, process control, customer value, and business growth.
• Shape and execute a holistic and differentiated innovation strategy grounded in market insight, customer engagement, and commercial impact, translating strategic vision into tactical execution roadmaps that accelerate innovation and strengthen Cytiva's market leadership.
• Identify capability gaps and drive the partnerships, organizational investments, and innovation initiatives required to accelerate long‑term growth and competitive advantage across the Intelligent Equipment portfolio.
• Lead the execution of complex, cross‑functional innovation programs and portfolios, ensuring alignment of priorities, resources, budgets, milestones, governance, and risk management to achieve strategic objectives and measurable business outcomes.
• Serve as a visible change agent and thought leader, fostering collaboration, agility, resilience, and an ambitious, enduring innovation culture while championing new technologies, operating models, and ways of working across Cytiva.
• Lead and influence global matrix teams across R&D, Product Management, Digital Technologies, Commercial, Manufacturing, and Business Unit organizations, identifying and removing bottlenecks in the prioritization and execution of strategic innovation initiatives while reinforcing an entrepreneurial spirit.
• Establish strong internal and external relationships, leveraging global capabilities, co‑development partnerships, and the Danaher Business System (DBS) to strengthen execution discipline, develop talent, accelerate innovation, and deliver performance targets through disciplined governance, proactive risk management, and resource optimization.

Requirements

• Advanced degree in Engineering, Analytical Sciences, Biophysics, Life Sciences, Computer Science, or a related technical field.
• MBA a plus.
• PMP certification, consulting experience, or equivalent program leadership experience is advantageous.
• 10+ years of leadership experience within biotechnology, life sciences, industrial automation, digital technologies, or related industries, including significant responsibility for innovation, transformation, or technology portfolio leadership.
• Expertise in bioprocess analytical development, QA/QC, and a strong understanding of how analytical insights drive customer outcomes and product innovation.
• Strong understanding of digital technologies, software‑enabled products, data management, connected systems, advanced analytics, and emerging AI‑enabled capabilities.
• Proven track record of translating strategic vision into execution and delivering measurable business impact in complex and rapidly evolving environments.
• Ability to influence senior leaders, align diverse stakeholders, build strategic partnerships, and drive transformational change across organizational boundaries.

Travel, Motor Vehicle Record & Physical/Environment Requirements:

• Ability to travel 25% globally per business needs.

About the Company

This job is with Danaher, an inclusive employer and a member of myGwork - the largest global platform for the LGBTQ+ business community. Please do not contact the recruiter directly.

Bring more to life.

Are you ready to accelerate your potential and make a real difference within life sciences, diagnostics and biotechnology?

At Cytiva, one of Danaher's 15+ operating companies, our work saves lives-and we’re all united by a shared commitment to innovate for tangible impact.

You’ll thrive in a culture of belonging where you and your unique viewpoint matter. And by harnessing Danaher's system of continuous improvement, you help turn ideas into impact - innovating at the speed of life.

Working at Cytiva means being at the forefront of providing new solutions to transform human health. Our incredible customers undertake life‑saving activities ranging from fundamental biological research to developing innovative vaccines, new medicines, and cell and gene therapies.

At Cytiva you will be able to continuously improve yourself and us - working on challenges that truly matter with people that care for each other, our customers, and their patients. Take your next step to an altogether life‑changing career.

Learn about the Danaher Business System which makes everything possible.

Cytiva, a Danaher operating company, offers a broad array of comprehensive, competitive benefit programs that add value to our lives. Whether it's a health care program or paid time off, our programs contribute to life beyond the job. Check out our benefits at Danaher Benefits Info.

Compensation

The annual salary range for this role is $210,000 - $275,000 USD for US based candidates. This is the range that we in good faith believe is the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting. This range may be modified in the future.

This job is also eligible for bonus/incentive pay.

Benefits

• Cytiva, a Danaher operating company, offers a broad array of comprehensive, competitive benefit programs that add value to our lives. Whether it's a health care program or paid time off, our programs contribute to life beyond the job. Check out our benefits at Danaher Benefits Info.
• We offer comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.

Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company’s sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.

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