Process Engineer
Glasgow | Hybrid working considered | £36,000 - £44,800 per annum
About the Role
CPI is seeking a Process Engineer 2 to join our technology team in Glasgow, supporting the delivery of regulated, safety-critical process engineering activities with a strong focus on chemical process safety.
This is an end-to-end process engineering role, combining desktop-based design and risk assessment work with on-site support for commissioning, qualification, and operation. You will play a key role in ensuring that processes, equipment, and facilities are designed, installed, and operated in line with safety, quality, and regulatory expectations.
The role is particularly focused on CPI's Glasgow site, supporting pilot-scale oligonucleotide manufacturing and the development of newer technologies as we progress towards GMP manufacture.
Hybrid working is supported, with flexibility around on-site presence (typically a blend of site-based and off-site work).
What You'll Be Responsible For:
End-to-End Process Engineering
Deliver end-to-end process engineering support, from concept and design through to commissioning and operation
Support the development of safe, compliant processes aligned with regulated manufacturing expectations
Apply sound process engineering principles to novel and pilot-scale technologiesProcess Safety & Hazard Studies
Lead and participate in process hazard studies, including HAZOPs and safety risk assessments
Support site compliance with chemical process safety requirements, including flammable materials
Contribute to safety documentation and risk mitigation strategies for new and existing processesEquipment Design, Commissioning & Qualification
Support the design, commissioning, and qualification of process equipment
Deliver documentation required for equipment qualification, validation, and regulatory readiness
Support the commissioning and qualification of cleanroom environments where requiredRegulated & GMP-Readiness Activities
Support CPI's progression towards GMP manufacturing, applying appropriate quality and documentation standards
Ensure alignment with SHE, GMP/GxP, and Data Integrity expectations
Produce clear, compliant documentation, including reports, protocols, and technical recordsCollaboration & Site Support
Work closely with operations, quality, and engineering colleagues on site
Act as a technical point of contact for process engineering and safety-related topics
Support investigations, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement activities
About You:
You are a process engineer with a strong safety mindset, comfortable working in regulated or regulation-ready environments. You enjoy applying structured engineering thinking to complex processes and understand the importance of robust documentation and risk management.
You'll bring:
Experience in process engineering, ideally within pharmaceutical or regulated manufacturing environments
Practical experience of process safety and hazard studies (e.g. HAZOP)
Experience supporting equipment commissioning and qualification
Strong documentation skills and attention to detail
An understanding of chemical process risks, particularly flammable systemsDesirable (but not essential):
Experience within pharmaceutical or oligonucleotide manufacturing
Exposure to GMP environments or GMP-readiness programmes
Experience working in cleanroom facilities
Familiarity with COSHH, DSEAR, and broader chemical safety frameworksWhy Join CPI?
A technically interesting role at the forefront of emerging manufacturing technologies
Strong focus on process safety, compliance, and engineering best practice
Opportunity to work on pilot-scale and novel processes
Flexible, hybrid working model
Competitive salary (£36k-£44.8k)Location & Working Pattern
Based at CPI's Glasgow site
Hybrid working supported (typically a mix of on-site and off-site work)
On-site presence required to support commissioning, qualification, and safety activitiesGuidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy
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