Rohit Gupta

Background

About Rohit Gupta

With 19+ yrs of experience in Pharma Engineering and Project Mgmt, I have led large-scale projects and operations across leading global organizations including Biocon, Jubilant, Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories, Ranbaxy, Zydus, and Lupin. My expertise spans the full project lifecycle—covering CAPEX planning, greenfield & brownfield projects, automation & instrumentation design, cost optimization, and change management—with a proven track record of delivering projects on time, within budget, and in compliance with global regulatory standards. Throughout my career, I have been entrusted with designing, executing, and commissioning state-of-the-art pharma facilities across diverse domains: Biotechnology (MAbs, recombinant proteins, biosimilars) APIs (small molecules, intermediates) Injectables (sterile formulations, lyophilized products) Oral Solid Dosage (OSD) Highly Potent APIs (HPAI) I specialize in translating business objectives into strategic engineering solutions by: Leading greenfield and brownfield projects from concept to commercialization. Driving automation and instrumentation initiatives for improved reliability, efficiency, and compliance. Managing CAPEX budgets, cost controls, and vendor negotiations to maximize ROI. Leading cross-functional teams across engineering, operations, quality, and regulatory functions. Implementing robust change mgmt frameworks to ensure seamless project transitions and adoption. Recognized for my ability to balance technical excellence with strategic leadership, I thrive in complex, regulated environments where attention to detail and compliance are critical. My leadership style emphasizes collaboration, accountability, and innovation—empowering teams to deliver high-quality outcomes while fostering continuous improvement. Beyond technical execution, I have a strong focus on sustainability, safety, and operational excellence, ensuring that facilities are not only efficient but also compliant with global regulatory bodies such as USFDA, EMA, MHRA, and WHO. As I continue to evolve as a leader in pharma engineering, my goal is to contribute to organizations that are shaping the future of healthcare—building world-class manufacturing facilities, driving digital transformation in pharma operations, and enabling cost-efficient, compliant, and sustainable growth. Competencies: CAPEX Mgmt | Greenfield & Brownfield Projects | Automation & Instrumentation | Engineering Management | Cost & Change Mgmt | Pharma Manufacturing (Biotech | API | Injectable | OSD | HPAI)| Cross-Functional Leadership | Regulatory Compliance