Senior Process Engineer

We are seeking a Senior Process Engineer to join a key pharmaceuitcal client based in Limerick on a 12 month contract. This role will be instrumental in providing advanced engineering support for ongoing late-stage and commercial-scale manufacturing operations across a network of production sites. You will play a crucial role in ensuring the seamless introduction of manufacturing processes into a key regional facility and with external manufacturing partners.

Responsibilities:

• Deliver expert-level engineering support for ongoing late-stage and commercial-scale manufacturing operations across multiple sites.
• Support the seamless transition of production processes into a primary regional manufacturing hub and external manufacturing partners by conducting detailed assessments of manufacturing demands and facility fit.
• Perform meticulous examination of production metrics to detect deviations or outliers, followed by rigorous root cause investigations.
• Systematically review operational procedures, facility layouts, and equipment specifications to ensure uniformity and proactively identify areas for enhancing reliability, repeatability, compliance, and consistency.
• Employ sound engineering and scientific methodologies to address intricate technical issues with both creative and practical approaches, working collaboratively to elevate product quality.
• Maintain strict adherence to safety guidelines and current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) in all activities.
• Contribute to the technical review of equipment and facility designs.
• Participate in technology transfer projects, encompassing the evaluation of manufacturing requirements and capacities at receiving sites.
• Provide technical support for the implementation of manufacturing processes at external manufacturing locations.
• Engage in technical knowledge exchange and best practice projects across the global technical support network and the local manufacturing site.
• Potentially supervise and mentor junior engineers and technical interns.

Requirements:

• Possession of a Bachelor's level qualification (or equivalent) in Chemical, Process, or Mechanical Engineering.
• At least five years of relevant industry experience providing technical support within a regulated manufacturing sector.
• Proven ability to work independently in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, effectively addressing complex technical challenges.
• Adaptability and comfort in managing shifting priorities.