Head - Engineering - Pharma (15-20 yrs)

Head of Engineering

Location: Malaysia

About Our Client

Our client is a 100-year-old multinational engineering consulting company specializing in customized industrial solutions across the globe With a strong reputation in pharmaceuticals, packaging, food processing, and other industrial sectors, they provide cutting-edge engineering design, project management, and compliance solutions to global clients.

Role:

Role Overview:

The Engineering Manager will lead the engineering design and project management functions, ensuring successful execution of industrial projects especially across APAC.primarily in pharmaceutical manufacturing, food & beverage, and packaging industries. This role involves strategic leadership, project execution, and business development support to enhance customer satisfaction and profitability.

Key Responsibilities:

Leadership & Team Management:

- Provide strategic direction and leadership to the engineering team.

- Motivate, train, and develop employees while ensuring low attrition.

- Manage departmental costs, resource planning, and recruitment.

- Drive continuous improvement and compliance with industry standards.

Project Execution & Delivery:

- Oversee and ensure successful execution of engineering projects.

- Provide technical guidance and problem resolution for complex projects.

- Monitor project performance, ensuring adherence to budget, timeline, and quality standards.

- Act as the technical interface with clients alongside sales teams.

- Ensure compliance with GMP, international design, and industrial safety standards.

Business Development & Sales Support:

- Collaborate with Business Development teams on proposal preparation and project feasibility.

- Support country sales teams with technical expertise, customer visits, and industry presentations.

- Represent the company at industry conferences and networking events.

Stakeholder & Partner Management:

- Build and maintain long-term relationships with clients, partners, and suppliers.

- Evaluate and onboard strategic engineering partners for projects.

Qualifications & Experience:

- Bachelors Degree in Engineering (Chemical/Mechanical / Electrical ).

- 15-20 years of experience in pharmaceutical engineering services & industrial operations.

- Strong expertise in GMP compliance, international design standards, and industrial safety regulations.

- Proven experience in leading complex projects within MNC environments.

- Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

- Proficiency in MS Office and project management tools.

- Fluent in English (written & verbal).

- Willingness to travel frequently across Asia & the Middle East.