Head of strategy Jobs in Oberursel (Taunus)

Job Description

At IPS, we are global leaders in developing innovative solutions for the consulting, architecture, engineering, project controls, procurement, construction management, and CQV of technically complex facilities, primarily in the life sciences industry. We are looking for Head of Process Engineering to join our industry-leading team at our European office, located in Frankfurt, Germany.

We are seeking an experienced Head of Process Engineering to lead a multidisciplinary team of chemical, biochemical, and process safety engineers. In this role, you will drive technical excellence, support project delivery, and develop a high performing, future ready department.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop the Process Engineering team, ensuring strong succession planning and professional growth.
• Oversee the delivery of high-quality engineering outputs across projects and regions.
• Define project execution strategies, including scope, budgets, schedules, and resource planning.
• Assign and manage engineering resources to ensure cost-effective, timely project delivery.
• Guide the development of process deliverables such as PFDs, P&IDs, mass/energy balances, equipment specifications, and process safety assessments.
• Support business development through technical input, proposals, and client engagement.
• Maintain and improve engineering standards, tools, workflows, and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with cGMP, relevant codes, and client requirements.
• Collaborate across offices to align practices and optimise resource utilisation.
• Lead recruitment, performance management, and team capability development.
• Build strong client relationships and represent the Process discipline in cross-functional forums.

Why IPS?

• IPS offers a collaborative, growth-focused environment where engineering professionals can develop their expertise and advance their careers.
• You’ll work on innovative, high-impact pharmaceutical and biotech projects supported by modern tools, strong technical leadership, and global knowledge sharing.
• We provide a culture built on trust, flexibility, and professional excellence, with opportunities for continuous learning and international collaboration.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Minimum 10 years of process design and/or operations experience in pharmaceutical or biotech facilities (e.g., biologics, vaccines, API, OSD, parenteral, CGT).
• Degree in a relevant engineering discipline; Chartered Engineer status or equivalent preferred.
• Strong understanding of cGMP and regulatory expectations.
• Proven leadership experience with the ability to mentor and develop engineering talent.
• Excellent organisational, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Commercial awareness with experience managing budgets, man-hours, and project targets.
• Proficiency with process engineering tools (e.g., simulation, fluid flow, process safety, smart P&IDs, 3D modelling).
• Ability to work collaboratively in a dynamic, multidisciplinary environment.
• Willingness to travel as needed.

All interviews are conducted either in person or virtually, with video required.

About Us

IPS, is a Berkshire Hathaway company, is a global leader in technical consulting, architecture, engineering, procurement, construction management, commissioning, qualification, and validation services for technically complex facilities. Integration is how we think and work. It requires the ability to unite existing and emerging technologies into a process that reliably delivers products and accelerates speed to market. That end-to-end mindset allows us to be agile and anticipate challenges as we move projects toward operational readiness. IPS applies design and delivery expertise, client-side experience, and supplier-side insight to every project. We infuse our curiosity, our passion, and our commitment to partnership in delivering solutions at any scale. We meet our clients where they are and get them to where they need to go. That’s only possible when we care as much as our clients do.

Specialties

Process Architecture, Process Design, Engineering, Construction, Commissioning, Qualification, LEAN Project Delivery, Strategic Master Planning, Energy Conservation Management, Project Controls, Program/Project Management, Operations/Logistics Strategy and Planning, EPCMV, and Staffing Services.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at IPS without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic predisposition or carrier status, veteran, marital, or citizenship status, or any other status protected by law. IPS is proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.

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