The Company

Leading Company in the APIs sector

Senior Corporate Engineering Manager

THE ROLE

Lead and deliver engineering projects, ensuring delivery in line with schedule and budget, and in compliance with HSE and GMP standards; Collaborate with Engineering and Maintenance teams, supporting troubleshooting, optimization, and implementation of plant modifications or new technologies; Define the engineering investment plan, ensuring alignment with business priorities; Perform and review feasibility studies, supporting concept selection and ensuring fit-for-purpose and cost-effective design solutions; Promote and apply Lean CapEx and Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) principles, ensuring right-sized design, cost-effective solutions, and long-term sustainability of investments; Oversee all project execution phases, managing contractors, suppliers, and internal stakeholders; Collaborate with Production, QA, and HSE during commissioning and start-up phases to guarantee smooth ramp-up and compliance; Ensure compliance to GMP, HSE, and engineering standards (including ATEX, FAT/SAT, validation requirements); Lead a team of Project Engineers, fostering alignment, accountability, and technical growth.

REQUIREMENTS

Degree in Engineering (Chemical Engineering strongly preferred); 8–12 years of experience in engineering roles within API, pharmaceutical, or fine chemical industries; Proven experience in industrial project execution (CapEx projects, revamping, new installations); Strong knowledge of: ​​​​​​​Chemical plant design and operations, including main unit operations and industrial equipment (reactors, centrifuges, dryers, filtration systems); Utilities systems (HVAC, clean utilities, process utilities); P&IDs and process engineering fundamentals; Good understanding of: Process safety and containment principles (including handling of hazardous and highpotency substances); Automation and instrumentation systems; Familiarity with: Engineering project lifecycle (URS, FAT, SAT, commissioning and startup); Regulated industrial environments (e.g., GMP, ISO or equivalent frameworks); Experience in budget management and cost control; Fluent in English; Ability to deliver projects with discipline and ownership; Strong field presence and ability to drive implementation directly on site; Ability to identify practical and effective solutions; Effective interaction with Operations, QA, HSE, and external partners; Ability to balance technical robustness with timing and cost constraints.

Nice to have:

Experience in CDMO environment; Familiarity with Lean CapEx/TCO approaches.

 

LOCATION: Milan

Please send your CV to: [email protected]

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