Global Data Engineer - Process Development Engineer

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Job Description
"Better Health for People, Brighter Future for the World" is the purpose of a company. We aim to create a diverse and inclusive organization where people can thrive, grow and realize their own potential while enabling our purpose. We continue to innovate and drive changes that will transform the lives of patients. We're looking for like-minded professionals to join us.
Takeda is a global values-based, R&D-driven biopharmaceutical leader. We are guided by our values of Takeda-ism, which has been passed down since the company's founding. Takeda-ism incorporates Integrity, Fairness, Honesty, and Perseverance, with Integrity at the core. They are brought to life through actions based on Patient-Trust-Reputation-Business, in this order.
The Global Data Engineer - Process Development, Engineer is responsible for leading and managing data-driven engineering operations across global pharmaceutical manufacturing environments. This role focuses on designing, constructing, integrating, and operating MES systems, cloud platforms, and data pipelines to ensure quality, compliance, and operational excellence. With an emphasis on advanced process design, data modeling, lifecycle management, and ACOTL+ (AI, Cloud, OT, IIoT, Cybersecurity, and Lifecycle), this position contributes directly to innovation and digital transformation within the organization.
Key Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain scalable data pipelines and architectures for MES and manufacturing data systems.
• Lead and support global MES-related data integration and process engineering projects.
• Design, construct, test, and operate digital solutions and equipment to meet production and compliance standards.
• Apply advanced process design techniques to solve complex manufacturing and data challenges.
• Ensure strict regulatory compliance (GxP, FDA, EMA) across all engineering and data practices.
• Maintain meticulous documentation and manage essential production and process data records.
• Develop and maintain structured data models supporting process optimization and regulatory reporting.
• Drive standardization and harmonization of data processes across regions and systems.
• Provide technical leadership on data-driven process design, lifecycle management, and digital twin deployments.
• Facilitate cross-functional collaboration between IT, Quality, R&D, and Manufacturing to align on digital strategies.
• Mentor junior engineers and data staff, fostering productivity, compliance, and knowledge transfer.
• Act as a key contributor to the company's ACOTL+ initiatives, including cybersecurity and IIoT integration.
• Analyze and resolve operational issues, exercising sound judgment within established policies and engineering standards.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Data Engineering, Chemical/Process Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in data engineering and/or process development in a regulated (GMP) environment.
• Deep knowledge and hands-on experience with:
  • MES platforms
  • Cloud technologies
  • Data modeling, integration
  • OT/IIoT and process data infrastructure
  • Clinical or commercial pharmaceutical manufacturing
  • Process lifecycle and data governance frameworks
• Demonstrated ability to lead projects independently and manage cross-functional teams.
• Strong troubleshooting and root cause analysis skills in manufacturing or data environments.
• Experience preparing reports for regulatory inspections and audits.
• Fluent in English (written and spoken); additional languages advantageous.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with ISA-88/95, OPC UA, and batch process automation standards.
• Knowledge of FAIR data principles and pharmaceutical data standards.
• Experience with AI/ML applications in process analytics and optimization.
• Exposure to digital twin and Industry 4.0 technologies.
• Experience in stakeholder engagement at a global scale.

Takeda Compensation and Benefits Summary:

• Allowances: Commutation, Housing, Overtime Work etc.
• Salary Increase: Annually, Bonus Payment: Twice a year
• Working Hours: Headquarters (Osaka/ Tokyo) 9:00-17:30, Production Sites (Osaka/ Yamaguchi) 8:00-16:45, (Narita) 8:30-17:15, Research Site (Kanagawa) 9:00-17:45
• Holidays: Saturdays, Sundays, National Holidays, May Day, Year-End Holidays etc. (approx. 123 days in a year)
• Paid Leaves: Annual Paid Leave, Special Paid Leave, Sick Leave, Family Support Leave, Maternity Leave, Childcare Leave, Family Nursing Leave.
• Flexible Work Styles: Flextime, Telework
• Benefits: Social Insurance, Retirement and Corporate Pension, Employee Stock Ownership Program, etc.

Important Notice concerning working conditions:

• It is possible the job scope may change at the company's discretion.
• It is possible the department and workplace may change at the company's discretion.

Locations
Fujisawa, Japan
Worker Type
Employee
Worker Sub-Type
Regular
Time Type
Full time