Industrial Engineer with a Master's degree in Electromechanical Engineering from ECAM Brussels, possessing extensive experience in managing capital investment projects (CAPEX) and optimizing industrial maintenance processes. Proven leadership in steering complex pharmaceutical and industrial projects, effectively coordinating multidisciplinary and international teams. Expertise includes front-end loading (FEL), regulatory compliance, risk management, and value engineering. Founder of NORTHA-Engineering, providing strategic consultancy solutions tailored to enhance operational efficiency, safety, and quality standards. Fluent in French, English, Arabic, and Dutch, with availability for international travel.
Responsible and accountable for the execution of pharmaceutical scale-up projects, including front-end loading (FEL), scope definition, and comprehensive project documentation. Effectively manage EPCM contractors, conduct constructability reviews, implement value engineering practices, and ensure regulatory compliance through robust safety protocols. Regularly report progress to the project steering committee.
Provide consultancy in industrial engineering and capital investment projects, offering strategic solutions for industrial process optimization and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. Lead international and virtual multidisciplinary engineering teams, facilitating cross-functional collaboration and positive stakeholder communication.
Managed global technical evaluations and obsolescence management for laboratory equipment, Production equipment and utilities. Ensuring regulatory compliance and implementation of safety protocols. Provided leadership and direct supervision for international teams, promoting efficient and clear cross-functional team collaboration.
Oversee a range of industrial investment projects including GMP upgrades, utilities infrastructure, and production facility expansions. Lead risk analysis, change control management, and schedule compression techniques to ensure timely project completion. Manage financial aspects, supplier relationships, and regularly communicate with stakeholders via the steering committee.
Implemented value-driven maintenance strategies, developed comprehensive annual maintenance plans, and executed detailed risk analyses to enhance operational reliability and compliance.
Developed methods for maintenance processes, executed technical analyses, defined action plans, and provided training to team members, promoting continuous improvement and operational efficiency.
Conducted mechanical engineering projects in industrial machinery, managed customer relationships, and led R&D initiatives, ensuring compliance with technical standards and customer requirements.