Senior Manager, Chemical Engineering
We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Manager to join our team and lead our Chemical Engineering department at our production site in Lumsås, Denmark. As the head of our CAPEX project team, you will play a crucial role in developing and guiding our engineering efforts.
Your new role
As a Senior Manager, you will:
- Lead and inspire a diverse team of engineers.
- Ensure effective communication and foster a collaborative environment with a customer fucus.
- Manage portfolio and resource allocation.
- Prioritize and oversee CAPEX projects.
- Report on project progress and strategic initiatives.
- Provide strategic oversight and vision for the department.
Your future team
Chemical Engineering (CE) is part of the Chemical Engineering & Maintenance department. Our team is based at one of Denmark's most beautifully situated production sites in Lumsås, Odsherred. Here, our skilled colleagues produce the majority of the active substances (APIs) in Lundbeck's medicines.
Chemical Engineering (CE) is part of the Chemical Engineering & Maintenance department. Our team is based at one of Denmark's most beautifully situated production sites in Lumsås, Odsherred. Here, our skilled colleagues produce the majority of the active substances (APIs) in Lundbeck's medicines.
You will lead an Engineering team of 14 people, including Chemical, Mechanical, Automation, and Electrical Engineers. Our team thrives on a positive spirit, collaboration, and a strong will to succeed in implementing CAPEX projects to benefit Lundbeck's production in Lumsås. The team comprises both newly qualified and experienced engineers, providing excellent opportunities for knowledge sharing and professional growth.
What you bring to the team
We are seeking a candidate with strong communication skills to inspire and motivate the team while adapting their approach to diverse needs. The ideal candidate should excel in risk management and decision-making, using both analytical insights and intuition. They must demonstrate empathy to foster an inclusive environment, paired with integrity to maintain trust and respect. Strategic vision and long-term planning are crucial, along with the ability to identify opportunities and threats. Finally, adaptability and openness to new ideas are key to thriving in dynamic and ever-changing circumstances.
- Educational background in Process Engineering or related field.
- Familiarity with GMP and pharmaceutical production/process equipment.
- Documented solid leadership experience.
- Practical approach to tasks and flair for documentation.
- Fluent in English, both written and spoken.
Our promise to you
Lundbeck offers an inspiring workplace and innovative culture, where our curiosity, accountability and adaptability enable us to transform lives. We want to go faster and further on addressing the big unmet needs of people living with brain disorders. We offer rewarding careers with a mix of exciting tasks and development opportunities that are balanced with initiatives focused on your well-being.
We need every brain in the game, and at Lundbeck, we are committed to building a workforce that is as diverse as the people we serve. Read more about our commitment at
www.lundbeck.com/global/about-us/our-commitment/diversity-and-inclusion.
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Apply now
Can you see yourself in this role? We want to hear from you. Does this sound like your dream job, but you’re not sure if you meet all the requirements? We still want to hear from you!
Upload your CV and include a few lines about your motivation for applying. We ask you not to include a photo or personal information that does not relate to your professional experience.
If you have questions, please contact Klaus Haurballe Olesen, Director [email protected] or phone +4530837046.
Applications must be received by 21-08-2025
Learn more about us at www.lundbeck.com, LinkedIn or Instagram (@h_lundbeck).
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About Lundbeck
At Lundbeck, our most important contribution is easing the burden of the millions of people living with brain disorders. Whether it is migraine, depression, or other brain disorders, patients, their carers, and society as a whole depend on us.
Through cutting edge science and strong partnerships, we develop and market some of the world’s leading treatments, expanding into neuro-specialty and neuro-rare from our strong legacy within psychiatry and neurology.
The brain health challenge is real. Our commitment is real. Our impact is real.
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