Project Execution & Delivery Engineering Lead (all genders)

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About the job

Main responsibilities:

1. Support engineering studies to define the scope, pass the scope through funding processes, and lead procurement and engineering processes once funding is received.
2. Identify appropriate staff for project execution.
3. Define the best contract model with Purchasing for key steps from Detailed Engineering to Construction & C&Q activities.
4. Collaborate strongly with IFF Program teams to manage basic engineering studies with optimized solutions, leveraging Frankfurt process replication and integrating China local rules & codes.
5. Collaborate with Production, Maintenance, and Site Engineering to map project co-activities.
6. Build an aligned strategy with Program Design, Purchasing, and Engineering to identify contractors for construction and lead them to achieve project objectives.
7. Design projects in accordance with EHS, Quality, Business, and User requirements, focusing on design-to-cost solutions.
8. Implement Project Controls & Planning with appropriate SOPs.
9. Use standard reporting (Monthly Project Report) to communicate safety, cost, planning, and performance.
10. Ensure compliance with Sanofi EHS, Quality standards, and China regulations before execution.
11. Strengthen leadership and organizational capabilities within the team to build a high-performance management team.
12. Identify and communicate project risks throughout the project lifecycle.
13. Track action plans to manage risks and assist site teams during PQ & validation activities before handover.

About you

• Experience/Education: Master’s degree in Mechanical or Process Engineering with at least 15 years of experience leading Tier 1 pharmaceutical projects; experience in pharmaceutical startup or manufacturing with proven leadership.
• Skills: Deep knowledge of Biologics processes including aseptic technologies; strong GMP & EHS knowledge; project management in complex environments; ability to influence and build relationships; experience in integrated C&Q activities for pharma processes.
• Languages: Fluency in German and English; knowledge of other languages appreciated.

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