Global Manufacturing Engineer

Cytiva; Medemblik; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Cytiva in the Netherlands seeks a Global Manufacturing Engineer to lead cross‑border process innovation, multi‑site standardization, digitization of manufacturing and transfers of production into Cytiva operations worldwide.

This on‑site role reports to the Senior Manager of Global Technical Operations and Engineering and works with RD&E and other stakeholders to define and implement project requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical, electrical or industrial engineering or related field.
• Minimum 5 years progressive experience in production or engineering.
• Experience in regulated/medical device or related industry.
• Minimum 5 years in project planning and project management.
• Minimum 3 years in innovation, development, testing and qualification.

Responsibilities

• Lead global manufacturing initiatives, including process innovation and standardization across sites.
• Drive digitization of manufacturing processes and transfers into Cytiva operations.
• Collaborate with RD&E and other stakeholders to define and implement project requirements.
• Define machine requirements and work with internal and external builders.
• Ensure compliance through validation, verification and regulatory requirements.
• Improve product quality and productivity by identifying issues and implementing solutions.
• Adhere to quality systems and report concerns with corrective actions as needed.

Skills

Process improvement

Cross-functional collaboration

Project management

Manufacturing optimization

Regulatory awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical, electrical or industrial engineering

Job description

The Global Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for leading global manufacturing initiatives consisting of process innovation projects, introduction of new processes supporting global multi-site process standardization, and digitization of manufacturing processes, and transfers of production into various Cytiva operations business units globally.

This position reports to the Senior Manager of Global Technical Operations and Engineering and will be an on-site role.

What You Will Do

• Engage with Strategic, Technical and Operational global manufacturing teams to enhance existing manufacturing process and implement new innovative solutions.
• Work in close collaboration with RD&E and other stakeholders to ensure that Manufacturing/Operations project requirements are well defined and implemented.
• Define machine requirements in order to work in close collaboration with In-house and external machine builders.
• Drive rigor on supply chain aspects including Product Life Cycle Management.
• Manage Risks & Mitigation Planning through creative solutions. Represent manufacturing on a global cross-functional business project teams and Process development teams.
• Ensure regulatory compliance through Validation & Verification. Responsible for determining processes requiring validation, development of plans and analysis criteria, execution of final analysis and acceptance.
• Work closely with your local engineering peers as well as global manufacturing engineers to drive improved product quality and productivity by identifying manufacturing issues, developing cost effective solutions, and successfully implementation of improved solutions into production.
• Comply with the Quality Manual, Quality Management System, Quality Management Policy, Quality Goals, regulatory and applicable laws and regulations. Identify and report any quality or compliance concerns and take immediate corrective action as required.

Who You Are

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering or related technical field.
• Minimum 5 years of progressive responsible post-Bachelors degree experience in related occupation required.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in production or engineering, regulated / medical device or related industry experience.
• Minimum 5 years of experience with Project Planning and Project Management and managing multiple projects to successful completion.
• Minimum 3 years of experience of Innovation, Development, Testing and Qualification.

Travel, Motor Vehicle Record & Physical/Environment Requirements

• Ability to travel – up to 15% travel globally
• Must have a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record

It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in:

• Equipment automation theory and design.
• Manufacturing of single use technologies for consumables and hardware products (Mixers and Bioreactor).
• Lean manufacturing, design for manufacturing, 5S, 3P, root cause analysis, six sigma and statistical tools & analysis.

This job is also eligible for bonus/incentive pay.

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.