Manager Process Engineering

Q-Med Uppsala; Uppsala kommun; On-site; SEK 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development & leadership growth opportunities

Attractive compensation and benefits

Work-life balance and wellbeing focus

Job summary

Q-Med Uppsala is seeking a Manager Process Engineering to lead engineering capabilities in Uppsala. You will drive performance, reliability, and continuous improvement in manufacturing equipment.

The ideal candidate has a degree in Engineering, 8+ years of experience in process engineering, and strong leadership skills. This role offers opportunities to impact production quality and efficiency in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum eight years of experience in process engineering or manufacturing engineering.
• Proven experience working in a GMP‑regulated environment.
• Demonstrated experience leading teams within engineering or manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a high‑performing Process Engineering team.
• Ensure the team is aligned, motivated, and equipped to deliver on business goals.
• Drive engineering projects from idea to reality.

Skills

Leadership

Process Engineering

Manufacturing

Problem Solving

English Fluency

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Life Sciences

Job description

Job Title and Location

Manager Process Engineering – Uppsala, Sweden

Company Overview

Whether it's the unique breadth of our integrated offering that covers Injectable Aesthetics, Dermatological Skincare and Therapeutic Dermatology products; or our commitment to recognizing and rewarding people for the contribution they make - working here isn't like anywhere else. At Galderma, we actively give our teams reasons to believe in our ambition to become the leading dermatology company in the world. With us, you have the ultimate opportunity to gain new and challenging work experiences and create an unparalleled, direct impact.

About the Role

We are now looking for an experienced and driven Manager Process Engineering to lead and develop our engineering capabilities in Uppsala. This is a key leadership role where you will combine technical expertise with people leadership, driving performance, reliability, and continuous improvement of manufacturing equipment in a highly regulated environment. If you are motivated by leading teams, solving complex challenges, and making a real impact on production, quality, and efficiency — this is an opportunity you don’t want to miss.

Key Responsibilities

• Take ownership of leading and developing a high‑performing Process Engineering team, creating the right conditions for both people and performance to thrive.
• Through your leadership, ensure the team is aligned, motivated, and equipped to deliver on ambitious business goals.
• Shape how manufacturing equipment and systems are designed and implemented, making sure they meet the highest standards of compliance, performance, and cost efficiency.
• Drive smart, future‑proof solutions by balancing the big picture and technical details.
• Lead engineering projects from idea to reality, ensuring projects are executed efficiently while balancing quality, timelines, and cost in a highly regulated environment.
• Identify opportunities to enhance equipment performance, reliability, and operational efficiency, turning insights into tangible business outcomes.
• Act as a trusted advisor across the organization, supporting stakeholders on manufacturing equipment and process engineering.
• Partner closely with Production, Quality, Maintenance, and external partners to ensure alignment and successful delivery of shared objectives.
• Manage priorities, resources, and budgets within your area to keep engineering efforts effective and sustainable.

Key Requirements & Qualifications

Must‑have

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Life Sciences, or a related field
• Minimum eight years of experience in process engineering or manufacturing engineering
• Proven experience working in a GMP‑regulated environment
• Demonstrated experience leading teams within engineering or manufacturing
• Strong experience managing engineering or equipment‑related projects
• Fluency in English

Nice‑to‑have

• Experience in the pharmaceutical or medical device industry
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing equipment and process optimization
• Experience driving technology implementation or transformation initiatives
• Experience working with external vendors and suppliers
• Experience with budget responsibility and resource planning
• Fluency in Swedish

Why Join Galderma in Uppsala?

Our site in Uppsala is Galderma’s Global Center of Excellence for Aesthetics — bringing together R&D, manufacturing, and commercial capabilities under one roof. You will be part of a collaborative and innovative environment where engineering plays a key role in delivering world‑class products.

What We Offer

• Career development & leadership growth opportunities
• Attractive compensation and benefits
• Innovative and impactful projects
• A global and inclusive work environment
• Strong team culture and collaboration
• Work‑life balance and wellbeing focus

Are You the One We’re Looking For?

We are looking for a results‑driven and collaborative leader who brings both technical expertise and the ability to engage and develop people. You thrive in a dynamic environment, are comfortable making decisions, and enjoy solving complex challenges. At Galderma, you will have the opportunity to grow, take ownership, and make a real impact.

Because we understand that the skin we are in shapes our lives, we are advancing dermatology for every skin story. For more information go to www.galderma.com/careers

Galderma is the emerging pure‑play dermatology category leader, present in approximately 90 countries.