Managers, Mechanical Innovation and Development, Aseptic Production Technology

Are you passionate about leading a Mechanical Innovation and Engineering team and becoming a part Technology Innovation in Novo Nordisk? Are you ready to join a fast-growing team, to lead and develop people, and to contribute to the strategic development of the department?

Then this is your chance as we are looking for two Managers for Mechanical Innovation and Development in Novo Nordisk Injectable Finished Products in Bagsværd.

The Position

As Mechanical Engineering Manager you will lead a team that delivers innovative mechanical solutions for current and future production facilities. You will be a part of a cross functional leadership team, where we strive to create an innovative and inspiring environment and use state of the art methods and tools to deliver robust and scalable solutions for the Novo Nordisk production network.

Your key responsibilities:

· Lead and develop a strong team of mechanical engineers and attract of new talent.

· Interact with key stakeholders in our implementation and production network.

· Plan and prioritize work and resources.

· Develop skills, tools, and processes.

· Create an inspiring and inclusive innovation environment and culture.

· Take part in development our Innovation Lab in Bagsværd.

· Contribute to the department’s leadership and strategic development.

Qualifications

To thrive and succeed, we expect you to have:

· An academic degree in Engineering.

· Experience with leading people within innovation and development.

· Good communication skills and professional proficiency in English

It is an advantage if you have experience with mechanical design for advanced manufacturing equipment or pharmaceutical manufacturing.

On a personal level, you are ambitious and a dedicated team player who inspires trust among colleagues and stakeholders. You thrive in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment. You are curios, outgoing and a strategic thinker. You should be motivated by developing and growing your team and by building a strong network with our stakeholders.

About the Department

In the Aseptic Production (AP) Innovation and Development department, we develop mechanical and automated solutions to:

· Future-proof manufacturing solutions maximizíng capacity and compliance and reduce the need for human intervention in existing production facilities.

· Secure that future facilities are at the forefront of the industry meeting future production requirements.

We are responsible for development of equipment and systems from ideation until the first successful pilot implementation. Our skills include mechanical design, automation, robotics, virtual development, rapid prototyping, and validation planning. We are responsible for a test production line in Kalundborg and an Innovation lab in Bagsværd. Out team currently counts 40 employees plus students, interns, and consultants. We are an engaged, diverse, and international team working primarily from our office in Bagsværd.

Working at Novo Nordisk

At Novo Nordisk, we don’t wait for change. We drive it. We’re a dynamic company in an even more dynamic industry, and we know that what got us to where we are today is not necessarily what will make us successful in the future. We embrace the spirit of experimentation, striving for excellence without fixating on perfection. We never shy away from opportunities to develop, we seize them. From research and development, through to manufacturing, marketing, and sales – we’re all working to move the needle on patient care.

Contact

For further information, please contact Benny Matthiassen, Director, Aseptic Production Innovation and Development at +45 34485997.

Deadline

3rd March 2024. We will review the applications on an ongoing basis, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

You do not need to attach a cover letter to your application, but please include a few sentences about why you are applying in your resume or CV. To ensure an efficient and fair recruitment process, please refrain from adding a photo in your CV.

We commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equality of opportunity for all our job applicants. 

At Novo Nordisk we recognize that it is no longer good enough to aspire to be the best company in the world. We need to aspire to be the best company for the world and we know that this is only possible with talented employees with diverse perspectives, backgrounds and cultures. We are therefore committed to creating an inclusive culture that celebrates the diversity of our employees, the patients we serve and communities we operate in. Together, we’re life changing.