Director of Capital Projects

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Job Description

About the role

At Takedas Los Angeles Site, we are committed to producing high-quality plasma-derived therapies that improve and sustain lives. To support this mission, we continuously invest in facility and process improvements through our Capital Engineering team.

Check you match the skill requirements for this role, as well as associated experience, then apply with your CV below.

As aSr. Manager, Capital Engineering, you will oversee the planning, implementation, and execution of capital projects from facility and equipment upgrades to large-scale strategic capacity expansions. You will ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest safety and quality standards. Although this is an individual contributor role, it requires strong leadership, strategic influence, and cross-functional collaboration to drive success across a complex manufacturing environment.

How you will contribute

Lead the full lifecycle of capital projects, including concept, design, construction, commissioning, and validation phases.

Manage multiple projects, typically >

$1M USD, ensuring delivery within scope, schedule, and cost parameters.

Develop detailed project plans, schedules, budgets, and resource allocations.

Apply robust risk management and mitigation strategies to ensure successful outcomes.

Oversee contractor and supplier selection, negotiation, and performance management.

Ensure full compliance with regulatory, environmental, and safety standards.

Collaborate with manufacturing, quality, validation, EHS, and finance teams to align project objectives with site priorities.

Provide technical guidance and mentorship to engineers and project team members.

Identify and implement process improvements and innovation in capital project execution.

What you bring to Takeda

Bachelors degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical, or related field); advanced degree preferred.

10+ years of experience managing capital projects in a pharmaceutical, biotech, or regulated manufacturing environment.

Proven ability to lead large-scale engineering projects and manage cross-functional teams.

Strong understanding of GMP, safety, and compliance requirements.

Excellent project management, budgeting, and risk assessment skills.

Effective communicator with the ability to influence at all levels of the organization.

Strategic thinker with strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.

PMP or equivalent project management certification preferred.

More about us :

At Takeda, we are transforming patient care through the development of novel specialty pharmaceuticals and best in class patient support programs. Takeda is a patient-focused company that will inspire and empower you to grow through life-changing work.

Certified as a Global Top Employer, Takeda offers stimulating careers, encourages innovation, and strives for excellence in everything we do. We foster an inclusive, collaborative workplace, in which our teams are united by an unwavering commitment to deliver Better Health and a Brighter Future to people around the world.

Empowering our people to shine :

Takeda is proud in its commitment to creating a diverse workforce and providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, parental status, national origin, age, disability, citizenship status, genetic information or characteristics, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Takeda Compensation and Benefits Summary

We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. We are committed to equitable pay for all employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices.

For Location :

USA - CA - Los Angeles

U.S. Base Salary Range :

$137,000.00 - $215,270.00

The estimated salary range reflects an anticipated range for this position. The actual base salary offered may depend on a variety of factors, including the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and the location in which the applicant lives and / or from which they will be performing the job.The actual base salary offered will be in accordance with state or local minimum wage requirements for the job location.

U.S. based employees may be eligible for short-term and / or long-term incentives. U.S. based employees may be eligible to participate in medical, dental, vision insurance, a 401(k) plan and company match, short-term and long-term disability coverage, basic life insurance, a tuition reimbursement program, paid volunteer time off, company holidays, and well-being benefits, among others. U.S. based employees are also eligible to receive, per calendar year, up to 80 hours of sick time, and new hires are eligible to accrue up to 120 hours of paid vacation.

EEO Statement

Takeda is proud in its commitment to creating a diverse workforce and providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, parental status, national origin, age, disability, citizenship status, genetic information or characteristics, marital status, status as a Vietnam era veteran, special disabled veteran, or other protected veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws, and any other characteristic protected by law.

Locations USA - CA - Los Angeles Worker Type Employee Worker Sub-Type Regular Time Type Full time

Job Exempt

Yes