Cleaning Process Engineer

• Develop and optimise cleaning strategies for pharmaceutical equipment and systems in alignment with GMP and regulatory requirements.
• Author and review cleaning instructions, SOPs, and batch documentation for operational staff.
• Collaborate with process, automation, and operations teams to integrate cleaning requirements into automated control systems.
• Support cleaning validation activities, including design of validation studies, execution oversight, and data analysis.
• Troubleshoot cleaning-related issues and propose sustainable technical solutions.
• Provide technical support to operators and training where required.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives to enhance cleaning efficiency and reduce downtime.
• Participate in cross-functional project teams, ensuring cleaning deliverables are met on schedule.

• Degree in Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering, Pharmaceutical Science, or a related field.
• 3+ years' experience in a regulated pharmaceutical or biopharmaceutical environment (experience with cleaning processes an advantage).
• Strong technical understanding of automated systems and process control.
• Experience in writing technical documentation such as SOPs or work instructions.
• Familiarity with GMP regulations and industry cleaning validation requirements.
• Excellent problem-solving, organisational, and communication skills.

• Experience with cleaning validation lifecycle management.
• Knowledge of automated manufacturing systems (DeltaV, SCADA, or similar).
• Prior experience supporting manufacturing operations in a project environment.

Morgan McKinley