API Engineering Head

Position Summary

Lead, plan and directs all aspects of engineering activities within the API plant Organization. Conduct effective reviews of the team and portfolio, provide direction and guidance to the team, and develop team competence with the object of ensuring all engineering projects, initiatives, and processes are in conformance with organization's established policies and goals

This role will oversee all engineering maintenance activities. The role is responsible for driving continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and productivity, developing and implementing strategies to optimize energy consumption, reduce environmental impact and enhance operational sustainability across our facilities.

• Lead and manage the engineering department, develop and implement engineering strategies, policies, and procedures to optimize operational performance and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements
• Manage the maintenance of pharmaceutical manufacturing equipment, and facilities, ensuring adherence to quality standards and best practices. Oversee repair, and calibration of manufacturing equipment and facilities to minimize downtime and ensure uninterrupted production.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to engineering staff, fostering a culture of continuous learning, development and high performance. Monitor and analyse key performance indicators (KPIs) to assess engineering department performance and identify areas for improvement.
• Stay abreast of industry standards, regulations, and advancements in pharmaceutical engineering to drive innovation and maintain competitive advantage.
• Develop and implement comprehensive energy management strategies and initiatives to optimize energy consumption, reduce costs, and minimize environmental impact across pharmaceutical facilities.
• Conduct energy audits and assessments to identify opportunities for energy efficiency improvements and develop action plans to implement energy saving measures.
• Monitor and analyse energy consumption data, identifying trends, anomalies, and areas for improvement, and develop strategies to address energy usage inefficiencies

Job Requirements

Educational Qualification:

Bachelors in Engineering preferably Mechanical

Skills:

Behavioral skills:

• Attention to Detail
• Communication
• Leadership
• Problem-Solving

Functional skills:

• Familiarity with energy related regulations, standards and certifications and experience ensuring compliance with environmental regulations
• Strong knowledge of API manufacturing processes, equipment, and facilities, as well as regulatory requirements (e.g. FDA, cGMP)
• Engineering Expertise
• Project Management
• Regulatory Compliance
• Automation and Technology
• Plant Operations Management

Experience: Tenure: 20 + years