Global Predictive Maintenance Expert

Our client, a prominent player in the pharmaceutical industry, is seeking a worldwide expert to lead their predictive maintenance strategy. The role defines global technical standards and governance to scale risk-based, data-driven maintenance across diverse international sites. This position bridges the gap between reliability, engineering, and digital technology teams to ensure sustainable and compliant asset health analytics.

• Define and maintain the global predictive maintenance strategy, roadmap, and governance model.
• Develop a technical playbook including use-case selection, monitoring strategies, and alarm governance.
• Establish technical standards for condition monitoring technologies, data acquisition, and analytics integration.
• Lead technical evaluations, proofs of concept, and qualification of advanced maintenance technologies.
• Define functional and data requirements for new assets through reliability-by-design processes.
• Support the integration of predictive findings into workflows, maintenance plans, and continuous improvement processes.
• Develop business cases and value-tracking methods to monitor global performance indicators and asset health.

• You have a Master's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, Automation, or Reliability Engineering.
• You bring 7+ years of relevant experience in reliability or maintenance engineering, combined with strong analytical problem-solving skills.
• You possess advanced knowledge of FMECA, RCM, RCA, and maintenance strategy optimization.
• You have expertise in condition-based maintenance, sensor technologies, and signal interpretation.
• You have a practical understanding of CMMS, EAM, and APM data integration.
• You bring knowledge of cGMP, Good Engineering Practices, and EHS risk-based approaches.
• You are fluent in English.

Nice to Haves

• Certifications such as CMRP, CRL, ISO 18436, or Lean Six Sigma.
• Proficiency in French.
• Willingness to travel internationally for technology evaluations and project deployments.

• Enjoy a competitive salary package with extra perks that recognize your talent.
• Advance your career with a clear growth path, coaching, and mentoring to support you.
• Thrive in a dynamic and supportive environment where you can truly make an impact.
• Work when and where you perform best, ensuring an optimal work-life balance.
• Choose a flexible transport solution, from a company car to a public transport subscription.
• Expand your network and enjoy unforgettable moments at exclusive events and afterworks.
• Grow your skills with external courses and our in-house Pauwels Academy.
• Work on exciting projects with industry leaders in Life Sciences, Engineering & Digital.
• Seize opportunities at every level, from a strong start to career acceleration and expert collaboration.