Engineer Manager, Equipment

EPM Scientific; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Catalent in Madison, WI is seeking an Engineering Manager for Equipment Engineering to lead a team supporting biologics manufacturing operations. The role focuses on lifecycle management, troubleshooting, CAPEX projects, and cross-functional collaboration to sustain GMP compliance.

You will guide engineering strategy, develop talent, and drive continuous improvement across the site while partnering with Manufacturing, Quality, Validation, Automation, and Facilities teams.

Qualifications

• Engineering degree required and related technical field.
• Previous people leadership experience in engineering/manufacturing.
• GMP manufacturing experience preferred.
• Strong troubleshooting and root-cause analysis skills.
• Experience leading capital projects and equipment upgrades.
• Ability to influence across multiple departments.
• Excellent communication to translate complex tech to business audiences.
• Experience in biologics/pharma or regulated environments preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of Equipment Engineers supporting biologics manufacturing operations
• Provide oversight of equipment lifecycle activities, including onboarding, qualification support, modifications, retirement, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Drive equipment troubleshooting efforts, root cause investigations, deviation resolution, and implementation of corrective actions
• Manage capital equipment and facility-related projects from planning through execution
• Partner closely with Manufacturing, Validation, Quality, Automation, and Facilities teams to support operational performance and GMP compliance
• Oversee change controls, equipment upgrades, risk assessments, and implementation of new technologies
• Develop team capabilities through coaching, training, workload prioritization, and succession planning
• Support equipment reliability, operational readiness, and continuous improvement initiatives across the site
• Provide technical guidance and recommendations to senior leadership on engineering strategy and site priorities

Skills

People leadership

Cross-functional

Troubleshooting

Root cause analysis

Capital projects

GMP experience

Equipment lifecycle

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Job description

EPM Scientific is partnered with Catalent, a global leader in drug development and manufacturing, to identify an Engineering Manager for its rapidly growing biologics manufacturing site in Madison, Wisconsin.

This position will lead the Equipment Engineering function supporting the production of therapies across oncology, autoimmune disease, infectious disease, and other critical therapeutic areas. The organization is continuing to invest heavily in its people, technology, and manufacturing capabilities, creating an opportunity to join a high-growth site with strong visibility and long-term career progression.

Employees are drawn to Catalent because of its combination of large-scale resources and entrepreneurial culture. Engineering leaders work cross-functionally with Manufacturing, Quality, Validation, Automation, and Operations teams while maintaining direct exposure to site leadership. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys solving complex technical challenges, developing engineering talent, driving continuous improvement initiatives, and owning equipment reliability across a GMP manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of Equipment Engineers supporting biologics manufacturing operations
• Provide oversight of equipment lifecycle activities, including onboarding, qualification support, modifications, retirement, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Drive equipment troubleshooting efforts, root cause investigations, deviation resolution, and implementation of corrective actions
• Manage capital equipment and facility-related projects from planning through execution
• Partner closely with Manufacturing, Validation, Quality, Automation, and Facilities teams to support operational performance and GMP compliance
• Oversee change controls, equipment upgrades, risk assessments, and implementation of new technologies
• Develop team capabilities through coaching, training, workload prioritization, and succession planning
• Support equipment reliability, operational readiness, and continuous improvement initiatives across the site
• Provide technical guidance and recommendations to senior leadership on engineering strategy and site priorities

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical field
• Previous people leadership experience within engineering, manufacturing, maintenance, or technical operations environments
• Experience supporting equipment within a regulated GMP manufacturing environment
• Strong troubleshooting and root cause analysis experience
• Experience leading capital projects, equipment installations, upgrades, or commissioning activities
• Ability to work cross-functionally and influence stakeholders across multiple departments
• Strong communication skills with the ability to translate technical information to broader business audiences
• Experience supporting biologics, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device, or other highly regulated manufacturing environments preferred
• Currently an Engineering Manager, Equipment Engineering Manager, Maintenance Manager, Reliability Manager, Facilities Engineering Manager, or Lead/Supervisory Engineer
• Experience leading engineers, technicians, or maintenance personnel
• Hands-on equipment troubleshooting and technical problem-solving background
• GMP-regulated manufacturing experience
• CAPEX project and equipment lifecycle management experience