General Manager – Engineering

Be the First to Apply Division Piramal Pharma SolutionsPiramal Pharma Solutions is a contract development and manufacturing  organization (CDMO), offering end-to-end development and manufacturing  solutions across the drug life cycle. We serve our clients through a globally integrated network of facilities in North America, Europe and Asia.   This enables us to offer a comprehensive range of services including Drug Discovery  Solutions, Process & Pharmaceutical Development services, Clinical Trial  Supplies, Commercial supply of APIs and Finished dosage forms. We also offer  specialized services like development and manufacture of Highly Potent APIs  and Antibody Drug Conjugation.   Our capability as an integrated service provider  & experience with various technologies enables us to serve Innovator and  Generic companies worldwide.   For more details, please visit : www.piramalpharmasolutions.com Job Title General Manager – EngineeringJob Description JOB OVERVIEW: Head of Engineering & Maintenance- will lead all engineering and maintenance operations for a large-scale API pharmaceutical plant. This role is responsible for ensuring the optimal performance, reliability, and compliance of plant equipment, systems, and facilities. The position requires extensive experience in API manufacturing, including expertise in CGMP, FDA regulations, and managing regulatory audits. Develop and execute maintenance strategies, drive continuous improvement, manage OPEX budgets, and lead a high-performing team to ensure safe, efficient, and compliant plant operations.  KEY STAKEHOLDERS: INTERNAL Production , Supply Chain, Finance, Warehouse, operation excellence ,HR/QA, QC & Validation. KEY STAKEHOLDERS: EXTERNAL Govt Departments, Regulatory Agencies, Suppliers, Vendors REPORTING STRUCTURE: Reports to Global Engineering & Project head & Site head , Direct reportees all plant engineering & maintenance team ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATION: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or related field) RELEVANT EXPERIENCE: > 20 years in a Pharmaceutical API FacilityQualification : B.Tech (Mechanical) Experience: 20 Years + KEY ROLES/RESPONSIBILITIES: Leadership & Strategy: •Lead, manage, and develop the Engineering & Maintenance team to drive plant operational excellence. •Develop and execute a comprehensive maintenance strategy, ensuring a proactive approach to maintenance, asset integrity, and equipment reliability. •Drive continuous improvement initiatives to optimize plant performance and reduce unplanned downtime. •Manage operating expenditure (OPEX) budgets for Engineering & Maintenance activities. Maintenance & Reliability Management: •Ensure all critical equipment and systems are maintained in optimal condition to meet production goals and regulatory requirements. •Oversee the implementation of preventive and predictive maintenance programs, improving plant uptime and reliability.