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Global impact. Bridge to thousands of biopharma companies and their patients.\nWe are PCI.\nOur investment is in People who make an impact, drive progress and create a better tomorrow. Our strategy includes building teams across our global network to pioneer and shape the future of PCI.\nPrincipal Engineer, Global Technical Operations, Engineering, & Innovation\n\nOverview:\nThe Principal Engineer (Global Technical Operations, Engineering & Innovation), acting as a subject matter expert, provides oversight in the design of state of the art isolated sterile fill finish and lyophilization equipment and supporting plant systems through direct involvement and/or managing a cross functional team, supports fine tuning and continuous improvement objectives in assuring equipment or systems operate at optimal performance. The Global Principal Engineer is responsible for providing technical leadership and management in the delivery of Front End Engineering Designs which includes cross functional collaboration to develop Project Charters, Project Scope Definitions, Project Business Requirements (business case), and economic evaluations needed to support project approvals, stage gate reviews, project governance, etc. This position requires ability to interact and galvanize input through all levels of the organization including Senior Leadership and C Suite. Responsible for driving segment level standardization of engineering and facilities approaches, tools, ways of working, Lean Manufacturing, and Continuous Improvement. Supports master planning, manufacturing asset assessments, and 5 year CapEx planning across the segment in alignment with enterprise priorities. Provides engineering mentoring to Site engineering teams in collaboration with engineering management.\nEssential Duties and Responsibilities: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The essential duties and responsibilities include the following but other duties may be assigned.\nBe Subject Matter Expert (SME) in isolated or RABS sterile fill finishing and lyophilization equipment and operations.\nManages Front End Engineering Design efforts to develop project scopes, cost estimates, and schedules in accordance with identified project priorities and business objectives providing deliverables for the foundation of business case evaluations in a CDMO environment.\nManages external engineering partners and internal cross functional teams in the execution and delivery of Front End Engineering Designs\nDevelop and implement segment level engineering standards, establishing clear baseline requirements and governance to drive consistency across engineering and facilities teams.\nDrive standard work creation and process documentation discipline.\nInvestigate, develop, and recommend alternatives for design, procurement, and installation of new/modified equipment or systems for the optimal utilization and control of resources.\nInstitute project teams and governance structures.\nLead and execute site Manufacturing Asset Assessments across the segment.\nLead and execute Site Master Planning across the segment.\nConduct troubleshooting and/or technical analyses on operational equipment and processes.\nEstablish Project Charters including scope of work, goals, and deliverables in collaboration with project champion/sponsor to support business objectives in alignment with senior leadership and key stakeholders.\nOrganize project governance requirements and subsequently coordinating communications and meetings in compliance with the governance.\nLiaise with project stakeholders on an ongoing basis.\nEnsures inclusion of Global Quality Tech Operations personnel in key decisions and project delivery efforts.\nEnsures inclusion of Site Operations (Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality, Validation, etc) personnel in site related projects and continuous improvement efforts.\nDrive a culture of Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement at all levels within the organization through the use the site maturity index. \nDeveloping metrics to manage, evaluate, and communicate progress on assigned tasks, projects, improvement efforts, etc.\nLeads the implementation of major capital projects as needed. Provide technical support through the gate process, during pre-construction phase, and coordinate daily activities with the production area and project management and contractors. Prepare URS, Risk Assessments, Safety Assessments associated with the project.\nLeads the effort with end users to develop system requirements, specification of equipment/buildings, review design from outside engineering firms or contractors (as needed), overseeing fabrication and leading Factory/Site Acceptance Testing.\nDemonstrate the ability to engage, motivate and positively influence others in the pursuit of achieving PCI goals.\nSupports safety through personal engagement and promote individual accountability for safety across the operational segment. Ensure risks to employee health and safety are rigidly controlled in compliance with the PCI PHARMA SERVICES Environmental Health and Safety procedures.\nAct as a champion and change agent in support of the Global Engineering team and other continuous improvement efforts. Effectively support internal and external relationships, key stakeholders, vendors. Strong communication skills\nQualifications: The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required for the stated position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.\nRequired:\nBS in Chemical, Mechanical, or other Engineering degree from an accredited university is required.\nProject Management Professional (PMP) certification or similar accreditation is required.\nMasters degree in Engineering preferred\nPreferred:\nA minimum of 15 years experience in cGMP related engineering, facilities clean utilities and/or plant utilities, preferably in the biotechnology, medical device, or pharmaceutical industry.\nA minimum of 10 years experience in a life science contract, development, and manufacturing Organization (CDMO) environment.\nA minimum of 5 years people supervision and management experience.\nA minimum of 5 years experience working in procurement environment exhibiting negotiation skills and bidding/proposal evaluation leading to decisions on vendor selection.\nA minimum of 5 years experience with continuous improvement and hands on innovation ideation platforms.\nMust have experience in aseptic processing.\nExperience with aseptic liquid filling of vials, cartridges, and syringes under isolated and RABS environments; aseptic lyophilization; and aseptic processes, including refrigerated and frozen capabilities.\nJoin us and be part of building the bridge between life changing therapies and patients. Let’s talk future\nEqual Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement:\nPCI Pharma Services is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We do not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, or any other protected status.\nAt PCI, Equity and Inclusion are at the core of our company’s purpose: Together, delivering life-changing therapies. We are committed to cultivating an inclusive workplace by holding ourselves accountable to the highest standards of understanding, fairness, respect, and equal opportunity - at every level. 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