Plant Engineering Lead, Sr Manager

Takeda • Brooklyn Park, MN

4h

About The Position

The Plant Engineering Lead directs and oversees key engineering operations within the organization. This role is accountable for ensuring production processes meet standards for quality, cost, safety, reliability, timeliness, and overall performance. By providing strategic direction and technical expertise, the Plant Engineering Lead drives continuous improvement and contributes to the long-term efficiency and effectiveness of plant engineering operations.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering with 8+ years of experience in plant, utility, facility, or process engineering (GMP pharmaceutical manufacturing experience preferred).
• Proven experience supporting plant operations and projects within FDA‑regulated or GMP environments.
• Strong grounding in engineering fundamentals (fluid mechanics, heat transfer, thermodynamics, mass transfer) and practical application of project management methodologies.
• Ability to work effectively in fast‑paced, cross‑functional, team‑oriented environments.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate across functions to meet site objectives.
• Strong planning and prioritization skills, including sound judgment on when to escalate issues.
• Experience leading, managing, and developing technical teams.
• Combination of office work and walking throughout the facility.
• Occasional climbing of ladders/stairs and lifting up to 25 lbs.
• Occasional off‑shift work and participation in 24/7 utility on‑call support.
• Use of PPE and cleanroom garments when working in specific facility areas or around chemicals.
• Occasional travel for training, meetings, or equipment testing (e.g., FAT).

Nice To Haves

• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of managers, supervisors, engineers, and utility operators across core plant engineering functions.
• Oversee all Facility and Utility systems, including plant/clean utilities, HVAC, cleanrooms, BAS, and security systems.
• Provide strategic leadership and hands‑on operational support to ensure reliable, high‑availability systems.
• Manage budgets, schedules, metrics, performance standards, and stakeholder communication.
• Drive continuous improvement and digital manufacturing initiatives to enhance efficiency and system performance.
• Partner with cross‑functional teams to align engineering activities with site priorities.
• Serve as SME for facility and utility equipment, supporting investigations and technical decisions.
• Lead hiring, development, and performance management for engineering and utility teams.
• Guide facility/equipment design changes, commissioning, qualification, and maintenance programs.
• Oversee utility operations, maintenance, documentation, change controls, and regulatory compliance.
• Prioritize and execute engineering projects and sustainable corrective actions.
• Support the site's environmental sustainability program.
• Perform required training and additional duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Healthcare: Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Financial Planning & Stability: 401(k) with company match and Annual Retirement Contribution Plan
• Health & Wellness programs including onsite flu shots and health screenings
• Generous time off for vacation and the option to purchase additional vacation days
• Community Outreach Programs and company match of charitable contributions
• Family Planning Support
• Flexible Work Paths
• Tuition reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager