Head of Facilities, Utilities & Capital Engineering

Eli Lilly and Company; Katwijk; On-site; EUR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Lilly is seeking a Sr Director, Facilities, Utilities & Capital Engineering to lead site infrastructure and capital projects at the Katwijk site. The role ensures asset reliability, regulatory compliance, and strategic capital planning from startup through steady-state operations.

As a member of the Site Leadership Team, you will drive engineering roadmaps, manage budgets, and enforce Lilly Manufacturing Standards, fostering safety, continuous improvement, and operational excellence across all

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Civil, Chemical, Electrical, or equivalent).
• 10+ years of experience in engineering-related fields.
• 7+ years in manufacturing, preferably in pharmaceutical or other regulated industries.
• Demonstrated experience managing large capital projects and facility/utility systems in a GMP environment.
• Knowledge of GMPs, 21 CFR Part 11, and FDA Computer Systems regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead Facilities, Utilities, and Capital Engineering functions per Lilly standards.
• Oversee capital project delivery on time, on budget, and compliant.
• Manage site services including buildings, grounds, security, and lifecycle of plant assets.
• Ensure site utilities/infrastructure comply with regulatory requirements and safety standards.
• Develop and manage budgets for Facilities, Utilities, and Capital departments.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

People management

Communication

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Job description

Lilly is seeking a Sr Director, Facilities, Utilities & Capital Engineering to lead site infrastructure and capital projects at the Katwijk site. The role ensures asset reliability, regulatory compliance, and strategic capital planning from startup through steady-state operations.

As a member of the Site Leadership Team, you will drive engineering roadmaps, manage budgets, and enforce Lilly Manufacturing Standards, fostering safety, continuous improvement, and operational excellence across all