Director - Facilities & Engineering

Hyper Recruitment Solutions Ltd; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Biopharmaceutical organization seeks a Director of Facilities & Engineering to lead facilities operations, maintenance, metrology, CQV, automation, and IT infrastructure. You will drive reliability, compliance, and continuous improvement across GMP plant systems while managing a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities include strategic planning, vendor management, and ensuring data integrity and cyber-security across site systems.

Qualifications

• A Degree or higher in Engineering, Computer Science, Life Sciences, or related technical discipline.
• Proven experience leading Facilities, Engineering, Maintenance, Metrology, CQV, Automation, or IT in a regulated environment.
• Strong cross-functional leadership with a track record of managing complex projects, budgets and teams.
• Extensive knowledge of cGMP, validation, automation, cybersecurity, and data integrity standards.
• Strategic thinking, excellent communication, and proactive problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Develops the strategic vision for facilities operations, engineering, maintenance, metrology, CQV, automation, and IT functions.
• Oversees calibration, qualification, validation, and documentation for GMP equipment, facilities, and systems.
• Leads automation and IT infrastructure projects, including cybersecurity, data integrity, and lifecycle management.
• Collaborates with departments to support production readiness, investigations, and continuous improvement.
• Manages external vendors, contractors, and internal teams to deliver projects safely, efficiently, and in compliance.

Skills

Cross-functional leadership

Regulatory compliance

Data integrity

Cybersecurity

Strategic thinking

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s or higher in Engineering/CS/Life Sciences

Job description

ROLE OVERVIEW

An exciting opportunity for a Director of Facilities & Engineering to join a leading biopharmaceutical organization. Our client is seeking a strategic and experienced leader to oversee their facilities operations, maintenance, engineering, metrology, automation, and site IT infrastructure/support. This role is pivotal in ensuring the seamless and compliant operation of GMP plant systems, supporting operational excellence and growth. The successful candidate will lead a multidisciplinary team, driving initiatives to optimize maintenance, calibration, CQV activities, and infrastructure modifications, all while maintaining the highest standards of data integrity, cybersecurity, and regulatory compliance. This position offers a dynamic environment for a proven leader committed to operational excellence and innovation.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Your duties as the Director of Facilities & Engineering will be varied however the key duties and responsibilities are as follows: Develops and implements the strategic vision for facilities operations, engineering, maintenance, metrology, CQV, automation, and IT functions to achieve operational reliability and compliance. Oversees the prevention, calibration, qualification, validation activities, and documentation for GMP manufacturing equipment, facilities, and systems. Leads automation and IT infrastructure projects, including system upgrades, cybersecurity, data integrity, and lifecycle management. Collaborates cross-functionally with various departments to support production readiness, investigations, and continuous improvement initiatives. As the Director of Facilities & Engineering, you will manage external vendors, contractors, and internal teams to ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and in line with regulatory standards.

ROLE REQUIREMENTS

A Degree or higher level in Engineering, Computer Science, Life Sciences, or a related technical discipline Proven experience leading Facilities, Engineering, Maintenance, Metrology, CQV, Automation, or IT functions within a regulated environment Strong cross-functional leadership skills with a track record of managing complex projects, budgets, and teams Extensive knowledge of cGMP requirements, validation practices, automation, cybersecurity, and data integrity standards As the Director of Facilities & Engineering, you will demonstrate strategic thinking, excellent communication skills, and a proactive approach to operational challenges.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

Opportunity to influence strategic growth and operational excellence within a global organization Leadership role with significant impact across multidisciplinary teams Competitive benefits package and a collaborative work culture Continuous development and career progression opportunities in a high-growth sector.

Key Words

Facilities Management / Engineering Leadership / GMP Compliance / CQV / Automation / Metrology / Cybersecurity / Site Infrastructure / Project Management / Life Sciences / Biotechnology / Operational Excellence / Regulatory Standards / Team Leadership / Continuous Improvement