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Hovione is an independent family-owned international group of companies that has set itself apart through innovative technological and productive capabilities, reaching a top spot in the world market as an integrated Contract Development and Manufacturing Company dedicated to helping Pharmaceutical Customers bring new and off-patent drugs to market.
Our People Are Our Main Asset
With over 1,950 team members from 36 different nationalities located across Asia, Europe, and North America, including four production sites in Portugal, the US, Macao, Ireland, China, Hong Kong, Japan, India, and Switzerland.
What It Means to Work at Hovione
Reaching for innovation and excellence in everything we do - for our clients, partners, and above all, patients. That's why we're In it for life.
Job Description
Site Engineering Automation Value Stream Lead
This role supports the global team in strategic projects, leads site-specific projects, and maintains site automation. Ensuring that automation solutions are aligned with global engineering standards and project requirements, while working closely with strategic project teams to ensure seamless project handover.
Responsibilities
* Support the global team in project implementation.
* Lead site-specific projects and maintain site automation.
* Prepare detailed execution plans and provide technical oversight during implementation.
* Ensure project designs align with global standards and guidelines.
Technical Planning and Oversight
Design and Specifications
* Elaborate functional design specifications ensuring alignment with global engineering standards and project requirements.
* Contribute to the design review phase of engineering projects to ensure adequate technical solutions are incorporated.
Project Coordination
* Work closely with the global engineering team to ensure seamless project handover.
* Coordinate with the standards team and site support team to streamline implementation.
* Plan to ensure the availability of necessary resources, balancing resources between multiple ongoing projects.
Compliance and Quality Assurance
* Ensure compliance with cGMP, HSE, and other regulatory requirements.
* Perform change control assessments and ensure proper authorization for scope changes.
* Guarantee relevant inspections and tests are performed in compliance with project standards or legal requirements.
Documentation and Reporting
* Issue, approve, and coordinate commissioning and qualification-related documentation.
* Report and escalate any relevant deviations to plans or objectives, managing risk and uncertainty.
Team Leadership and Development
* Lead project functional teams, overseeing the work of team members.
* Coach, mentor, and train less experienced members of the team.
Requirements
* University degree, or equivalent qualification in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Civil) or similar scientific field (mandatory).
* Extensive experience in installation management or equipment qualification, preferably with a focus in chemical plants or Pharmaceutical industry.
* Training and experience of GMP and HSE practices (mandatory).
* Advanced knowledge of legislation applicable to engineering projects and quality requirements applicable to technical installations.
* Advanced knowledge of equipment (Mechanical, E&I), of Quality, cGxPs, ICH, ISPE, and ISO guidelines as well as experience on their application.
* Fluency in written and verbal English.
Equal Opportunities Employer
Hovione is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer.
Inclusion and diversity are key to us. At Hovione, that means a work environment where differences are valued, and everyone is treated with fairness and respect. We want all our team members worldwide to feel supported, respected, and have the opportunity to achieve their full potential, regardless of their age, gender, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or ethnicity.