Head of Engineering Innovation (a) (100%)

Bachem ist ein börsenkotiertes, auf die Peptid-Chemie fokussiertes Technologie-Unternehmen mit einem umfassenden Leistungsangebot für die Pharma- und Biotechnologie-Industrie. Bachem ist spezialisiert auf die Entwicklung innovativer, effizienter Herstellungsverfahren und die zuverlässige Produktion Peptid-basierter pharmazeutischer Wirkstoffe. Ein umfangreicher Katalog von Biochemikalien für Forschungszwecke und exklusive Kundensynthesen ergänzen das Angebot. Mit Hauptsitz in der Schweiz sowie Niederlassungen in Europa und den USA ist das Unternehmen weltweit tätig und verfügt über die industrieweit grösste Erfahrung und Fachkompetenz. In der Zusammenarbeit mit ihren Kunden legt Bachem grössten Wert auf Qualität, Innovation und Partnerschaft.
Head of Engineering Innovation (a) (100%)
To drive our continuous organic growth, we are constantly looking for highly qualified professionals. To strengthen our team in the Global Engineering department, we are looking for a dedicated Head of Innovation in Engineering (a) 100%.
The Head of Innovation in Engineering drives innovation across Bachem's global engineering and manufacturing network by identifying, evaluating, and implementing emerging technologies, processes, and engineering solutions that enhance operational excellence, manufacturing capabilities, sustainability, digitalization, and competitiveness. In close collaboration with internal stakeholders and external partners, the role leads technology scouting and manages a structured innovation pipeline from ideation to deployment, ensuring alignment with Bachem's strategic growth objectives.
Your tasks:
Develop and execute Bachem's global Engineering Innovation Strategy and multi-year technology roadmap aligned with business objectives.
Scout, assess, and advance emerging technologies and market trends relevant to peptide and oligonucleotide manufacturing, API production, and the CDMO industry
Lead innovation initiatives across engineering and manufacturing, focusing on automation, digitalization, AI, advanced analytics, smart manufacturing, and process intensification
Evaluate, pilot, and scale innovative technologies and engineering solutions to improve manufacturing performance, operational excellence, and competitiveness
Drive digital transformation initiatives in Engineering in collaboration with Engineering, IT/OT, and Automation teams to enhance productivity, quality, compliance, and operational performance
Establish innovation governance, manage the innovation portfolio, and develop business cases and ROI assessments to ensure strategic value creation
Build and maintain strategic partnerships with technology providers, research institutions, startups, and industry networks to accelerate innovation and technology adoption
Champion sustainable manufacturing by identifying and implementing technologies that improve energy efficiency, reduce environmental impact, and support future manufacturing concepts and plant designs
Your profile:
Master's degree in Chemical, Process, Mechanical, Biochemical or Pharmaceutical Engineering, Biotechnology, or a related discipline
PhD and/or MBA is a strong plus
Minimum 10 years of engineering and manufacturing experience within the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, chemical, or CDMO/CMO industry
Proven leadership experience (5+ years) in engineering, manufacturing technology, innovation, operational excellence, or a related function
Demonstrated track record in developing and implementing innovation strategies, technology roadmaps, and transformative engineering solutions
Strong knowledge of modern manufacturing technologies, including automation, digital manufacturing, advanced analytics, AI/ML applications, and smart manufacturing concepts
Experience evaluating, scaling, and deploying new technologies in GMP-regulated manufacturing environments, with a strong understanding of business case development and value realization
Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and influencing skills, with the ability to build partnerships across functions and external innovation networks
Entrepreneurial, strategic, and change-oriented leader with strong business acumen
Fluent in English, German is a very strong plus
Our offer:
A dynamic and rapidly growing work environment with internal development and training opportunities
Flexible working hours with home office days and an option for obtaining additional vacation days through workload reduction
Company‑run daycare center on the Bachem Campus in Bubendorf
60% coverage of pension fund contributions by Bachem AG as well as option for extra-mandatory pension provision with our Pension Plan Plus
Access to benefits platforms with discounts from external partners
Fresh, healthy and varied food in our staff restaurant
A wide range of free sports activities on the Bachem Campus
Would you like to drive innovation together with us?
We look forward to receiving your complete