Regional EM Engineering Lead

Position Summary

The role ensures External Manufacturing delivers products to patients through strong engineering performance at Contract Manufacturing Organization (CMO) sites. Reporting to the External Manufacturing Engineering Lead, the position supports new product introduction from R&D, business development deals and existing GSK products through site assessments, capital management, troubleshooting and multi‑site engineering programs. A focus on Large Molecule Drug Substance activity is required.

• Accountability for a portion of the ~150 site External Manufacturing network, covering Large Molecule Drug Substance and Drug Product, Small Molecule API and secondary product types such as Antibody Drug Conjugates and Oligonucleotides, and supporting internal GSK sites.
• Engineering performance accountability (equipment uptime, engineering safety and quality compliance) through site visits, audits and virtual engagement.
• Oversight and accountability for key capital project delivery, including new product launch and supply continuity.
• Provide subject‑matter expertise in Large Molecule Drug Substance engineering.
• Lead programs/actions to support delivery of the External Manufacturing strategic objectives (safety improvements, waste elimination, product cycle time reduction, etc.).
• Deliver improvement programs such as Extractables & Leachables, PFAS, and obsolescence management.
• Provide engineering input into recommendations from the Global Supply Chain Strategy team.
• Possible ownership of the External Manufacturing capital plan.
• Build engineering capability within the External Manufacturing team and at external sites.
• Collaborate with Smart Manufacturing and the Technology team to integrate engineering activities.

• Minimum of an HND (Higher National Diploma) or an associate degree, with relevant experience in engineering disciplines such as Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, or Automation.
• At least 10 years of experience in similar roles, focusing on Large Molecule Drug Substance.
• Project or program delivery of large capital projects.
• Experience with GSC Engineering Policies, Standards and the Project Management Framework.

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in engineering.
• Experience in Drug Product Engineering.
• Engineering experience in conjugation projects/operations.
• Engineering experience in small‑molecule production, including API manufacturing of high‑toxicity materials.
• Capital project delivery experience at a Large Molecule Drug Substance or Drug Product site.
• Experience with GSC EHS (Environment, Health and Safety) Standards.
• Experience with broader site/central engineering roles covering utilities, compliance and facilities.
• Experience working with external manufacturing sites.
• Relationship management skills with internal or external individuals, teams or companies, potentially worldwide.

This role offers a hybrid working model with a mix of on‑site and remote work. Approximately 25% travel, both domestic and international, is expected, depending on business requirements.

GSK is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This ensures that all qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), military service or any basis prohibited under federal, state or local law.