22 Jan, 2025

Senior Process Architect-SME

Lead Engineer, Process Designer, Process Engineer Biochemicals / Pharmaceuticals

Job Description

Responsibilities for Internal Candidates  
 

We are seeking a Senior Process Architect -SME  who is an industry leading expert in Life Sciences. The right candidate will lead and grow the architectural services for Wood Life Sciences. This position will be responsible for collaborating with our Global Life Science teams in both Melbourne, Australia and Milan, Italy. While assisting in the development of the Life Sciences business in North America, this candidate will also act as the Architectural Department Manager, participating in developing a team of talented architects and architectural designers. Project sizes will vary and will include both existing building improvements and new greenfield construction. This position will report directly to the Director of Engineering.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provides Process Architecture expertise to the Wood Life Science Line of Business
  • Provides Process Architecture technical support to the Wood Architectural and Engineering teams
  • Provides planning, programming, feasibility and concept design expertise to our clients
  • Actively participates in industry forums and trade shows
  • Supports the sales team with proposals and client presentations
  • Cultivates and develops client relationships
  • Coordinates with our Process Engineering department to provide sound design solutions for our clients
  • Coordinates with our global Life Science offices
  • Mentors the architectural design team
  • Lead the architectural department staff and delegate work assignments.
  • Leads, guides, and directs the architectural team through all phases of design: initial programming, planning, feasibility & concept development, preliminary design, detailed design, and construction documentation.
  • Build and develop a robust architectural department staff
  • Oversees development of architectural department standards
  • Oversees quality control of architectural deliverables
  • Coordinates and collaborates on architectural deliverables with Global Life Science offices
  • May serve as the Architect of Record on key projects
  • Helps to establish a culture of technical excellence through role modelling and communicating expectations.
  • Stays up to date with industry trends and best practices

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QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor of Architecture (5-year program) or Master of Architecture (M.Arch.) from an accredited NAAB university
  • Architectural licensure and NCARB certification is required.
  • More than 15 years of applicable experience in facility design and planning.
  • Industry expert in Process Architecture with proven track record of success.
  • Expert knowledge of cGMPs and regulatory requirements is required.
  • Working knowledge of the following software packages (AutoCAD, Revit, Navisworks, Microsoft office & Sketchup)
  • International experience is a plus.
  • This position can be based out of either the Philadelphia, PA or Morrisville, NC office. Our Hybrid model has employees in the office 3 days a week with remote work 2 days a week.
  • Flexibility to travel (~20%) is required.
 

ABOUT US

Wood is a global leader in consulting and engineering, helping to unlock solutions to critical challenges in energy and materials markets. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in 60 countries, employing around 35,000 people. www.woodplc.com
 
Diversity Statement 
We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.

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