Engineering & Design Lead

Engineering & Design Lead

Location: Gent, Zwijnaarde

Working mode: Hybrid/On-site, 3-5 days per week on-site

Languages: English fluent, Flemish (Dutch) fluent

Duration: 18 months

Hours: Full-time, 40 hours per week

Pay rate range: Competitive hourly rate

Johnson & Johnson's Engineering & Property Services (E&PS) Engineering & Design Group is seeking a Engineering and Design (E&D) Lead (contracted service – project basis) to join the strategic capital CAR-T project located in Gent, Belgium. In this role, you will assist the Senior Manager Engineering & Design in overseeing engineering and design activities for the CAR-T project, ensuring alignment with J&J business objectives and E&PS Project Delivery Practices. Your responsibilities will include defining design requirements, coordinating the efforts of technical team members and third-party design firms/contractors to deliver project design effectively.

roles and responsibilities

• Work with JNJ Operating Company Affiliate Teams and E&PS Project Managers to ensure design elements of projects are correctly implemented by third party Architectural Engineering (AE) firms and contractors.

• Support in leading the design process with the AE firm including all aspects of design (Arch, Mech, Elec, Process, Automation, etc) working closely with operating company team.

• Assure that the IDEA (Ideation, Definition, Execution and Assessment) project delivery process is followed.

• Work with the E&D Director, Project Dir, Project Mgr. and Sr. Manager E&D to lead the performance (cost, schedule, quality) of A/E firm and contractors responsible for the design and define correction action plans if necessary. 

• Provide engineering leadership and direct the design of the project. 

• The role will require on site attendance in Gent (Zwijnaarde) at least 3 – 4 days/week.

Throughout the project lifecycle:

• Support in ensuring seamless design coordination among the A/E company and multiple contractors involved in various design components (Cleanroom, MEP, E&I, Automation, Sprinkler, Process, etc.).

• Assure use of Value Improving Practices (VIPs) such as Value Engineering throughout the design process. 

• Participate in Constructability Reviews

• Assure the appropriate J&J standards, guidelines, and regulatory requirements (cGXP, EHS, …) are incorporated  eg EHS By Design 

• Coordinate design reviews with SMEs including other corporate or affiliate resources such as EHSS, Risk Management, WW Security, etc.

• Assure J&J Standard Design Platforms are deployed on the project.

• Assure projects meet the J&J Sustainability policy and drive the LEED certification process.

• Review design progress and identify action plans where required.

• Lead effort to resolve key design conflicts in construction and commissioning phase

• Contribute in the final close-out with the A/E firm including the Lessons Learned process.

how to succeed

education:

• BS in Engineering (eg Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical, Building Services).  

• MS a plus

experience and skills:

• 10+ years of experience

• Proficiency in project/design management, including obtaining agreement on priorities, and ensuring that resources, capabilities and processes are in place to deliver the design efficiently and effectively.

• Experience working with Pharmaceutical industry with knowledge of process equipment, architectural finishes, clean/plant utilities, and HVAC systems

• Prior experience working at an AE Design Firm or directly leading AE Firms is an advantage

• Demonstrated history of collaboration across other functional areas to establish effective working relationships within a matrixed organization.

• Expertise delivering complex projects on schedule and budget working with project teams 

• Familiarity with multi-national teams and projects is an advantage

benefits

This role offers a very competitive hourly rate. This contract will run for 18 months initially.

you are welcome here

Johnson and Johnson Innovative Medicine is working to create an inclusive environment where diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences are valued and each and every one of our people feels that they belong and can reach their potential. No matter who they are.

about Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine

Patients inform and inspire our science-based innovations, which continue to change and save lives. Applying rigorous science and compassion, we confidently address some of the most complex diseases of our time and unlock the potential medicines of tomorrow.

Our diverse portfolio spans multiple therapeutic areas — Oncology, Immunology, Neuroscience, Cardiovascular, Pulmonary Hypertension, and Retina.

We are continuously working to develop treatments, aspiring to find cures, pioneering the path from lab to life, and championing patients every step of the way.

application process

We are looking to process the first round of applications within the next 2 working days.

We do not accept applications via email. The pay rate for this role will depend on how you are paid. Options are available. 

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

For more than 130 years, diversity, equity & inclusion (DEI) have been part of our cultural fabric at Johnson & Johnson and woven into how we do business every day. Our commitment to respect the dignity and diversity of all is embedded in our Credo.

We know that the success of our business depends on having the best talent in a workforce that reflects the diverse markets we serve around the world and an inclusive culture that values different perspectives and life experiences. That is why we are working to create an inclusive environment where diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences are valued and each one of our people feels that they belong and can reach their potential. No matter who they are. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Johnson & Johnson means “You Belong”.