Job Description

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced technical engineering operations professional to join our Carlow Manufacturing Site as Manager of MS&T Technical Transfers/New Product Introductions.

In this role, you will lead a talented, motivated team of scientists and engineers, driving the introduction of new biologics and vaccine products while enhancing existing processes. The position offers a 70:30 balance between strong technical leadership and people management, providing excellent exposure to cross-functional collaboration and team development. This role is ideal for professionals looking to advance their leadership skills in a supportive, multi-team environment.

While based in process engineering, candidates from related pharmaceutical backgrounds are also encouraged to apply, making this a versatile pathway into technical leadership within the biopharmaceutical industry.

Key responsibilities will include: 

Manage multiple New Product Introduction (NPI)/Tech transfer projects to ensure smooth delivery of new products from other sites at our highly automated Carlow facility.Drive business goals through effective team leadership, cross-functional relationship development, and the application of technical knowledge to support continuous improvement and troubleshooting.Expand and develop the tech transfer team at Carlow by providing effective coaching and management for continuous professional development.Provide technical leadership to subject matter experts within the team on topics such as drug product process and equipment validation, tech transfer, and compliance.Promote a data-driven continuous improvement mindset within the technical engineering team, utilizing tools such as Structured Root Cause Analysis, Statistical Process Control, and Data-driven decision making.Foster collaboration between groups, seeking synergies and innovative ways of working. Continuously assess systems and processes to identify opportunities for improvement, working smarter and more efficiently while remaining compliant.Act as a liaison with global teams, facilities, and specialist vendors to ensure timely and successful project delivery as required by the business.Ensure ongoing compliance with the company's Global Policies, Procedures, Guidelines, and regulatory requirements.Collaborate to drive a safe and compliant culture in Carlow.

Your profile:

Bachelor’s Degree or higher preferred; ideally in a Science, Engineering, or other technical disciplineConsiderable experience in a comparable role in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology sector. Sterile filling experience is highly advantageous.Process engineering and/or validation experience/or technical operations.Proven track record of effectively leading high-performing teams of engineers/scientists through technical transfer and change projects.Strong knowledge of working in highly automated environments with an understanding of interfaces between drug product equipment and systems such as Delta V, MES, etc.

We keep the patient at the very heart of all that we do and strive to find solutions and treatments for some of the world’s most challenging healthcare needs. We are proud to be a company that embraces the value of bringing diverse, talented, and committed people together. The fastest way to breakthrough innovation is when diverse ideas come together in an inclusive environment.

At our company, we work at the forefront of science and technology to advance manufacturing excellence and R&D across our Irish sites and global company network. We’re always looking to make a difference for people, patients, and communities – from Ireland to the world.

Our Commitment to Ireland:

Our Company Ireland is one of the Ireland’s leading healthcare companies, having first established here over 50 years ago. We have a dynamic and diverse team of over 3,000 employees currently working across seven sites in Ballydine, Co Tipperary, Brinny, Co Cork, Dunboyne, Co Meath, Carlow, and Dublin, where, in addition, operate substantial Human Health and Animal Health businesses. Through our long-standing footprint in Ireland and over $6 billion invested across our Irish operations, our Irish sites manufacture many of the company’s top products, helping save and enhance lives in over 140 countries around the world.

The Carlow site broke ground in 2008 and is a filling site for the launch and commercial supply of vaccines, biologics, and small molecule drug product. Since its initial launch, the site has attracted significant internal investment and is now home to a number of state-of-the-art production facilities, laboratories, and temperature-controlled warehousing units. The Carlow site is a significant employer in the South East region and attracts high performing talent through close collaborations with universities and colleges in the region.

As a company, we are committed to ‘Inventing for Life’ in all that we do. We keep the patient at the very heart of all that we do and strive to find solutions and treatments for some of the world’s most challenging healthcare needs. 

We are proud to be a company that embraces the value of bringing diverse, talented, and committed people together. The fastest way to breakthrough innovation is when diverse ideas come together in an inclusive environment.

So, if you are ready to:

Invent solutions to meet unmet healthcare needs, Impact the future by driving one of the world’s leading healthcare companies, and inspire your team to reach their full potential and push the boundaries of science and technology, please apply today.

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Employee Status:

Regular

Relocation:

VISA Sponsorship:

Travel Requirements:

Flexible Work Arrangements:

Hybrid

Shift:

Valid Driving License:

Hazardous Material(s):

Required Skills:

New Product Introduction Process, Performance Coaching, Process Engineering, Professional Development, Project Delivery, Regulatory Compliance, Team Management, Technical Leadership, Technical Presentations, Technical Transfer

 Preferred Skills:

Job Posting End Date:

08/27/2025

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Requisition ID:R354625