Leads early-stage master planning, phasing strategy and design programming for highly complex or large-scale projects to support a client’s commercialization or tech transfer strategy.
Provides oversight and technical leadership across offices and related functions such as Business Development, Technical Advancement and Vertical Markets.
Maintains active internal mentoring and external network of clients, peers and partners with strong relationships
Mentors internal staff in OSD technologies and execution strategies, ensuring the development of future leaders within the discipline.
Provides industry-level perspective and guidance to frame business strategy in the face of evolving technology or client buying behavior.
Leads strategic OSD-focused projects, providing expertise on process design, scale-up, and integration of new technologies.
Directs and manages the workflows, design schedule and work plan to execute the design and engineering support staff to meet client expectations and project goals.
Supports Business Development by expanding CRB’s OSD market presence and representing the firm as a recognized thought leader.
Builds and maintains a strong external presence in OSD industry forums (ISPE, PDA, AAPS), contributing through publications, technical committees, and speaking engagements.
Leverages expertise to provide leadership to industry by participating in organizations, authoring technical papers or presenting in external venues.
Supports client engagement by maintaining key technical relationships with external peers, participation in strategic pursuits and supporting external marketing.
Manages technical risks on strategic projects by conducting quality review of critical facility design features for regulatory and building code compliance.
Requirements
abet bachelor
master's
phd
20+ years
osd tech
project leadership
A mixture of design firm, operating company or construction related experience (within the market sector)
Diverse experience across a variety of equipment and systems used in the life sciences or food and beverage industry
Minimum of 20 years of experience for Senior or SME position
Minimum of 15 years of experience for Senior Lead position
Recognized as an industry leader in OSD, with contributions such as technical publications, conference presentations, or standards development.
Experience successfully leading large or complex projects from a technical perspective
ABET-accredited Bachelor’s in degree in chemical / biological / mechanical engineering
Experience with advanced OSD technologies (e.g., continuous manufacturing, PAT, high-potency containment).
Master’s degree in an appropriate specialization
Inspirational leader with excellent written and verbal communication skills
A PhD in an appropriate specialization is desirable
Extensive internal and external technical network including clients, vendors, peers and construction trade partners
Demonstrated experience leading cross-functional teams in the design and delivery of OSD projects, including direct client engagement.
Ability to plan and direct work and manage time and productivity across multiple responsibilities