GSK
Associate Director - Project Engineering
GSK, King Of Prussia, Pennsylvania, United States, 19406
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USA - Maryland - Rockville, USA - Pennsylvania - King of Prussia Posted Date:
Oct 1 2025 At GSK, we manufacture and supply reliable, high-quality medicines and vaccines to meet patients’ needs and drive our performance. Our network of 37 medicines and vaccines manufacturing sites delivered 1.7 billion packs of medicines and 409 million vaccine doses in 2024 to help make a positive impact on the health of millions of people. Our supply chain is not just core to our operations; it’s vital to bringing our innovations to patients as quickly, efficiently and effectively as possible. Technology is transforming how we manufacture medicines and vaccines, enabling us to increase the speed, quality and scale of product supply. We need the very best minds and capability to help us on our journey to make more complex products, harnessing the power of smart manufacturing technologies including robotics, digital solutions and artificial intelligence to deliver for patients. Overview
Join GSK as an
Associate Director - Project Engineering
where you will lead the engineering function on high-value, complex, or strategic capital projects related to the manufacture of biopharmaceuticals and devices (drug substance, drug product, or secondary assembly / packaging). You will be accountable for design definition and performance, adherence to scope, objectives, and quality/EHS/sustainability/digital standards, setting the project technical and innovation ambition, leading the project-specific engineering team, and partnering with the project operational readiness team. The role’s responsibilities by first intent start at concept design, remain accountable through the project lifecycle at the project location, and completes when the project asset is available for beneficial use. The
Associate Director - Project Engineering
supports the Project Director day to day, who is the accountable decision maker for the full project delivery inclusive of engineering, construction/safety, and project controls (cost, schedule, risk). Depending on the project archetype, you may also be accountable for project CQV and automation functions. This role is recognized as a technical expert in biopharm processes, facility and equipment design, and project execution methodologies. The leader fosters an inclusive local project environment in partnership with the operations teams, external engineering/construction firms, and aligned toward local customs. The leader develops and supports the project engineering team toward success and ensures consistency with global team standards, objectives, and the project management framework (PMF). Why you? Basic Qualifications:
We are looking for professionals with these required skills to achieve our goals: Bachelors degree in an engineering discipline. 7+ years of project engineering experience and 3+ years in leading engineering teams in pharmaceutical or biotech industry. Experience in biopharmaceuticals specific unit operations and platforms – drug substance/primary, DP/sterile filling, and packaging. Individual project engineering leadership of value >$10m. Engineering support experience through multiple end-to-end projects (design to operation) and in multiple regions. Experience with capital project lifecycle – design, construction, commissioning, qualification, to operation. Preferred Qualifications:
If you have the following characteristics, it would be a plus: Demonstrated understanding of cGMP and regulatory oversight and how these relate to project execution and delivery – which is not successful until validation is complete and compliant operation is possible. Demonstrated capability of leading and motivating large matrix organizations with excellent communication, influencing, and coaching abilities at all levels within the organization. Leadership skills that enable the introduction of new ways of working and accelerated change management. Interpersonal skills to interact with peers, subordinates, and senior personnel in scientific, engineering, and operational disciplines. Ability to participate as a leader or member on cross-functional and self-directed work teams. Comfort with ambiguity and strategic problem solving. Ethics and values driven mindset with a sense of urgency and problem solving ability. Strong interpersonal and collaborative skills to work in a multi-disciplinary team environment. Ability to generate options to resolve problems and manage simultaneous tasks. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Work Arrangement:
This role is on-site, with occasional travel as needed. Join us in making a difference by ensuring a safe and sustainable workplace for all. Compensation and Benefits:
The annual base salary for new hires in this position ranges from $125,400 to $209,000, taking into account location, candidate skills, experience, education level, and market rate. The role includes an annual bonus and eligibility for our share-based long-term incentive program. Available benefits include health care and other insurance benefits (for employee and family), retirement benefits, paid holidays, vacation, and paid caregiver/parental and medical leave. Please visit GSK US Benefits Summary to learn more about the comprehensive benefits program. Why GSK?
Uniting science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together. GSK is a global biopharma company focused on four therapeutic areas: respiratory/immunology, oncology, HIV, and infectious diseases. We are committed to creating an environment where our people can thrive and deliver for patients, shareholders and our colleagues. If you require an accommodation or other assistance to apply for a job at GSK, please contact the GSK Service Centre at 1-877-694-7547 (US Toll Free) or +1 801 567 5155 (outside US). Equal Opportunity Employer
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, military service or any basis prohibited under law. Note
GSK does not accept referrals from employment businesses or agencies without prior written authorization.
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USA - Maryland - Rockville, USA - Pennsylvania - King of Prussia Posted Date:
Oct 1 2025 At GSK, we manufacture and supply reliable, high-quality medicines and vaccines to meet patients’ needs and drive our performance. Our network of 37 medicines and vaccines manufacturing sites delivered 1.7 billion packs of medicines and 409 million vaccine doses in 2024 to help make a positive impact on the health of millions of people. Our supply chain is not just core to our operations; it’s vital to bringing our innovations to patients as quickly, efficiently and effectively as possible. Technology is transforming how we manufacture medicines and vaccines, enabling us to increase the speed, quality and scale of product supply. We need the very best minds and capability to help us on our journey to make more complex products, harnessing the power of smart manufacturing technologies including robotics, digital solutions and artificial intelligence to deliver for patients. Overview
Join GSK as an
Associate Director - Project Engineering
where you will lead the engineering function on high-value, complex, or strategic capital projects related to the manufacture of biopharmaceuticals and devices (drug substance, drug product, or secondary assembly / packaging). You will be accountable for design definition and performance, adherence to scope, objectives, and quality/EHS/sustainability/digital standards, setting the project technical and innovation ambition, leading the project-specific engineering team, and partnering with the project operational readiness team. The role’s responsibilities by first intent start at concept design, remain accountable through the project lifecycle at the project location, and completes when the project asset is available for beneficial use. The
Associate Director - Project Engineering
supports the Project Director day to day, who is the accountable decision maker for the full project delivery inclusive of engineering, construction/safety, and project controls (cost, schedule, risk). Depending on the project archetype, you may also be accountable for project CQV and automation functions. This role is recognized as a technical expert in biopharm processes, facility and equipment design, and project execution methodologies. The leader fosters an inclusive local project environment in partnership with the operations teams, external engineering/construction firms, and aligned toward local customs. The leader develops and supports the project engineering team toward success and ensures consistency with global team standards, objectives, and the project management framework (PMF). Why you? Basic Qualifications:
We are looking for professionals with these required skills to achieve our goals: Bachelors degree in an engineering discipline. 7+ years of project engineering experience and 3+ years in leading engineering teams in pharmaceutical or biotech industry. Experience in biopharmaceuticals specific unit operations and platforms – drug substance/primary, DP/sterile filling, and packaging. Individual project engineering leadership of value >$10m. Engineering support experience through multiple end-to-end projects (design to operation) and in multiple regions. Experience with capital project lifecycle – design, construction, commissioning, qualification, to operation. Preferred Qualifications:
If you have the following characteristics, it would be a plus: Demonstrated understanding of cGMP and regulatory oversight and how these relate to project execution and delivery – which is not successful until validation is complete and compliant operation is possible. Demonstrated capability of leading and motivating large matrix organizations with excellent communication, influencing, and coaching abilities at all levels within the organization. Leadership skills that enable the introduction of new ways of working and accelerated change management. Interpersonal skills to interact with peers, subordinates, and senior personnel in scientific, engineering, and operational disciplines. Ability to participate as a leader or member on cross-functional and self-directed work teams. Comfort with ambiguity and strategic problem solving. Ethics and values driven mindset with a sense of urgency and problem solving ability. Strong interpersonal and collaborative skills to work in a multi-disciplinary team environment. Ability to generate options to resolve problems and manage simultaneous tasks. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Work Arrangement:
This role is on-site, with occasional travel as needed. Join us in making a difference by ensuring a safe and sustainable workplace for all. Compensation and Benefits:
The annual base salary for new hires in this position ranges from $125,400 to $209,000, taking into account location, candidate skills, experience, education level, and market rate. The role includes an annual bonus and eligibility for our share-based long-term incentive program. Available benefits include health care and other insurance benefits (for employee and family), retirement benefits, paid holidays, vacation, and paid caregiver/parental and medical leave. Please visit GSK US Benefits Summary to learn more about the comprehensive benefits program. Why GSK?
Uniting science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together. GSK is a global biopharma company focused on four therapeutic areas: respiratory/immunology, oncology, HIV, and infectious diseases. We are committed to creating an environment where our people can thrive and deliver for patients, shareholders and our colleagues. If you require an accommodation or other assistance to apply for a job at GSK, please contact the GSK Service Centre at 1-877-694-7547 (US Toll Free) or +1 801 567 5155 (outside US). Equal Opportunity Employer
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, military service or any basis prohibited under law. Note
GSK does not accept referrals from employment businesses or agencies without prior written authorization.
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