Director, Facilities & Engineering

Joining Moderna offers the opportunity to be part of a pioneering team revolutionizing medicine through mRNA technology, with a diverse pipeline across various diseases. As an employee, you will work with exceptional colleagues and strategic partners worldwide, contributing to global health initiatives. Moderna's commitment to advancing mRNA medicines ensures a rewarding career with significant patient impact. Our mission is to establish a cutting-edge research, development, and manufacturing facility at Harwell, supporting onshore mRNA vaccine production for respiratory diseases, creating highly skilled jobs and fostering UK-wide collaboration. We seek global experts to join us in this endeavor, aiming for universal access to life-saving vaccines.

We are looking for a seasoned and strategic Director, Site Engineering to lead Engineering and Facilities at the Moderna Innovation and Technology Centre (MITC) in Harwell, Oxfordshire. Reporting to the Site Head and the SVP of Global Engineering, you will shape the future of this new site, which includes GMP drug substance manufacturing and an R&D laboratory.

Responsibilities:

• Represent Engineering and Facilities on the Site Leadership Team, influencing cross-functional decisions.
• Lead technical execution and strategic alignment of engineering operations in manufacturing and R&D.
• Ensure compliance and performance of infrastructure and utilities systems, including HVAC, utilities, power, WFI, and steam.
• Deploy new technologies and equipment in collaboration with global partners.
• Promote continuous improvement in process robustness, asset reliability, and operational efficiency.
• Manage delivery of facility services aligned with Moderna’s global strategy.
• Ensure compliance with MHRA, EMA, FDA, and internal standards.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Lead lifecycle management for site equipment and systems.
• Develop maintenance strategies to maximize uptime and asset longevity.
• Oversee compliance documentation, deviations, CAPAs, SOPs, and change controls.
• Support audits and inspections, ensuring readiness.
• Collaborate with Quality, Digital, EHS, and Manufacturing teams.
• Engage in global forums to align site operations with standards and best practices.

Key Mindsets:

• Strategic and Hands-on: Drive strategy and execution simultaneously, ensuring operational excellence and future readiness.
• Fast Learner: Stay ahead of evolving GMP manufacturing and R&D technologies, learning quickly and collaborating globally.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s in Engineering (Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, or related); Master’s preferred.
• 15+ years in regulated GMP environments.
• 7+ years in engineering leadership managing multidisciplinary teams.
• Expertise in process engineering, troubleshooting, and process optimization.
• Experience in technology transfer, equipment commissioning, and new technology implementation.
• Strong facilities and utilities management background.
• Knowledge of regulatory standards (MHRA, EMA, FDA) and audit support.
• Leadership and influencing skills in global, matrixed organizations.
• Excellent communication and decision-making skills.

Pre-employment checks may be required for safety compliance.

Benefits: Our benefits support your well-being, including healthcare, lifestyle accounts, fitness classes, family benefits, generous leave, savings, and location-specific perks. Benefits may vary by role and location.

About Moderna: Founded in 2010, Moderna leads in mRNA technology, aiming to change medicine and improve lives. We foster a culture of innovation, belonging, and responsibility, recognized as a top employer and innovator. Our 70/30 in-office work model promotes collaboration, mentorship, and innovation. Join us to make a difference in medicine.

Moderna is a smoke-free, alcohol-free, drug-free workplace and values diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity. We accommodate applicants with disabilities and provide contact information for accommodations.