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Amgen Dun Laoghaire (ADL) is developing a next-generation, technologically advanced syringe filling facility. We are seeking an Engineering Manager – F&E Readiness to Commercial production to join the project during the Detailed Design phase and play a pivotal role in shaping the future operation of this facility. This position will partner closely with the project leadership team to ensure that Facility & Engineering (F&E) requirements are fully defined, integrated and delivered through design, construction, commissioning and into commercial operations.
Job Responsibility:
Act as the F&E representative within the capital project team, ensuring site requirements are embedded in facility and equipment design
Provide technical input and review of design deliverables (layouts, P&IDs, URS, specifications, automation strategies, maintenance concepts)
Ensure alignment with Amgen global standards, corporate blueprints and site operational requirements
Partner with Global Engineering, CQV, Automation, Quality and Operations to ensure a fully integrated and operable facility design
Identify and mitigate operability, maintainability and reliability risks early
Define and develop the F&E readiness strategy, including: Maintenance strategy and asset lifecycle plans
Spare parts and criticality assessments
Reliability and performance frameworks (OEE, predictive maintenance)
Establish systems to ensure equipment reliability and lifecycle ownership aligned with site expectations
Drive implementation of predictive and preventative maintenance philosophies from design through operation
Support project delivery across design, construction, commissioning and qualification, ensuring smooth transition to operations
Lead or support change control, deviation management, and technical investigations during project execution
Coordinate with vendors and contractors to ensure technical solutions meet operational and compliance requirements
Develop and implement: Engineering procedures and SOPs
Maintenance programs and CMMS structures
Engineering documentation and standards
Ensure inspection readiness, regulatory compliance and audit preparedness from pre-startup onward
Support new technology introduction and start-up activities including engineering runs and performance verification
Build and lead a new engineering team supporting syringe filling operations
Define organisation structure, roles, and capability requirements to support commercial manufacturing
Develop engineering talent, SMEs and long-term capability within F&E
Foster a culture of safety, collaboration, accountability and CI
Work closely with Manufacturing, Quality, Validation, Automation, Supply Chain and Global Engineering to deliver project and site goals
Represent F&E in project governance, risk reviews and site leadership forums
Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, or related discipline)
Experience (typically 5+ years) in engineering roles within a cGMP biopharmaceutical manufacturing environment
Experience in developing strategies for new product introduction and new technology deployment
Strong knowledge of, Equipment lifecycle management, Maintenance and reliability systems, GMP compliance, validation, and regulatory expectations
Proven ability to lead, build and develop teams, including working cross-functionally and managing complex stakeholder environments
Project management, problem-solving and decision-making capability
Excellent communication and technical writing skills
Nice to have:
Experience in syringe/vial filling, aseptic processing or advanced drug product technologies
Experience with digital / Industry 4.0 / advanced automation systems
Record of driving continuous improvement and operational excellence
What we offer:
competitive salary
comprehensive Total Rewards Plan including health, financial and career development benefits