Senior Manager, Global Engineering

Senior Manager, Global Engineering

Location: Portsmouth, NH.  Relocation assistance is available for eligible candidates and their families, if needed.

The Sr. Manager of Global Engineering leads engineering teams to develop and execute commissioning, qualification (IQ/OQ/PQ), and validation protocols, ensuring new facilities and equipment meet stringent regulatory standards. They oversee all validation activities, ensure accurate documentation, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate Commissioning, Qualification and Validation (CQV) activities within project timelines and budgets.

What you will get:

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package

• Opportunities for career development and advancement

• Supportive and collaborative team environment

• Access to cutting-edge technology and tools

• Commitment to employee well-being and safety

• Inclusive workplace culture

• Recognition and reward for your contributions

Access to our full list of global benefits: https://www.lonza.com/careers/benefits

What you will do:

• CQV Strategy & Execution: Develop and implement global-standard CQV strategies and lead execution for the CAPEX portfolio.

• Project Planning & Control: Calculate resource allocation, cost estimation, and timeline projections to ensure all deliverables are completed on schedule.

• Performance Management: Manage daily meetings, resolve issues, and escalate as necessary to meet scheduling targets.

• Resource & Staffing Management: Identify, lead, and manage internal or external staffing for successful project execution.

• SME & Compliance Leadership: Act as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and develop Project Execution/Quality Plans.

• Risk & Stakeholder Management: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to mitigate risks and maintain relationships with key stakeholders.

• Process Improvement & Travel: Conduct training, optimize CQV processes, and travel up to 30% to support projects across the Americas.

What we are looking for:

• Bachelor’s degree or Technical Related Field with 8-15 years of relevant experience.

• Comprehensive understanding of Pharmaceutical/Bio Science "Contract Manufacturing" business and experienced in cGMP.

• Possess financial and commercial acumen, able to link understanding to project goals, costs & scheduling, and risk.

• Experienced as CQV-Lead and/or Project Manager.

• Mature collaboration and influencing skills, able to work efficiently in a highly matrix environment with teams and individuals.

• Strong analytical skills for in-depth analysis of complex/large datasets, drawing conclusions and supporting decisions.

• Able to deal with ambiguity, conforming to shifting priorities and demands, prioritize and execute tasks in a fast-paced environment.

About Lonza

At Lonza, our people are our greatest strength. With 30+ sites across five continents, our globally connected teams work together every day to manufacture the medicines of tomorrow. Our core values of Collaboration, Accountability, Excellence, Passion and Integrity reflect who we are and how we work together. Everyone’s ideas, big or small, have the potential to improve millions of lives, and that’s the kind of work we want you to be part of.

Innovation thrives when people from all backgrounds bring their unique perspectives to the table. At Lonza, we offer equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you’re ready to help turn our customers’ breakthrough ideas into viable therapies, we look forward to welcoming you on board.

Ready to shape the future of life sciences? Apply now.