Process Project Engineer

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  • Cork
  • Contract
  • Full-time
  • 6 days ago
Ref. 1363Process EngineerAsset Recruitment is seeking an experienced Process Engineer on behalf of our client, a leading global EPCM company with worldwide operations and projects across Ireland.This is a Project Engineering (Process) secondment role based on-site in Cork. The ideal candidate will have a process or mechanical engineering qualification and proven experience in New Product Introductions or Tech Transfer projects. This person will lead the client team and coordinate design activities to ensure successful project delivery. Strong leadership in process and mechanical systems, along with experience managing multiple projects while maintaining commercial, technical, and quality standards, is essential.The successful candidate must also demonstrate excellent planning and leadership skills, adaptability to changing priorities, and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional design and production teams under tight deadlines and budgets. Deep knowledge of pharmaceutical processes, equipment specification, and validation principles is required.Key Responsibilities:
  • Participate in the Process Design for Life Science projects for the introduction of new products, equipment, and processes, ensuring all safety, quality, regulatory, and operational requirements are met.
  • Develop process estimates, including equipment costs.
  • Support process development (as part of technical transfer), troubleshooting, and optimization.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional design teams to ensure accurate completion of detailed designs, on time and within budget.
  • Work with cross-functional teams during project planning and deployment, including collaboration with supporting departments such as Technical Development, Production/Operations, Quality, Safety, Facilities, and Engineering. Conduct process mapping and gap analysis for new and existing pharmaceutical manufacturing processes.
  • Specify equipment, design processes, and support commissioning as required.
  • Develop and manage change control processes for the project.
Other Functional Responsibilities include:
  • Coordinate design changes using the client-approved change control procedure to ensure compliance with cGMP.
  • Generate, review, and approve project documentation (Scope, User Requirement Specifications, etc.).
  • Supervise junior process engineers when projects require additional support.
  • Support validation activities for project deliverables, including reviewing validation documentation and participating in validation activities (FAT, IQ, OQ, etc.).
  • Provide technical support to end users of new and existing equipment, including troubleshooting technical issues and assisting with process investigations.
  • Attend HAZOP sessions and manage the closeout of HAZOP recommendations.
  • Update existing Hazardous Area reports for equipment and processes.
  • Create, review, and approve site engineering specifications and other documents as required, ensuring accuracy and compliance with standards.
  • Provide technical updates to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) related to equipment or process changes.
  • Participate in all training and assessment activities related to the role.
  • Record and report any process changes related to projects that could impact budget or schedule.
Requirements:
  • B.Eng in Chemical or Process Engineering, or an appropriate science or engineering discipline.
  • 8+ years of recent, relevant experience in a process engineering role in the pharmaceutical, chemical, or biotech industry.
  • Understanding of secondary pharmaceutical manufacturing processes, e.g., fill lines.
  • Proven track record in process design, development, support, and improvement.
  • Good understanding of ATEX and hazardous area zoning.
  • Ability to organize, plan, and execute multiple tasks within tight schedules.
Additional Skills:
  • Flexibility and ability to adapt to changing priorities.
  • Proven experience with process-based activities in the pharmaceutical industry.
  • Familiarity with process technologies and equipment procurement.
  • Excellent communication skills and a creative approach to problem-solving.
  • Excellent leadership skills and the ability to work both independently and in cross-functional team environments.

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