Senior Process Engineer

Senior Process Engineer – GMP Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
Are you an experienced Chemical Engineer with deep technical expertise and a passion for process excellence in the pharmaceutical sector? We're looking for a Senior Process Engineer to lead complex engineering projects and support the delivery of safe, high-quality therapies in a regulated GMP environment.
About the Role
In this role as Senior Process Engineer, you will take technical ownership of high-impact, cross-functional projects, from process design and scale-up to commissioning and validation. You will work closely with R&D, Quality, Operations, and external vendors to ensure robust, efficient, and compliant manufacturing processes.

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  Lead process and utility improvement initiatives, technology transfers, and new product introductions.
  
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  Design and scale up complex lab-scale processes into large-scale, GMP-compliant manufacturing operations.
  
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  Review and prepare technical documentation including feasibility studies, URSs, P&IDs, mass/heat balances, and validation plans.
  
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  Execute and oversee equipment installation, commissioning (FATs/SATs), and validation.
  
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  Provide process safety expertise through HAZOP, ATEX assessments, and risk mitigation strategies.
  
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  Troubleshoot complex engineering problems and implement long-term, reliable solutions.
  
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  Collaborate with vendors and cross-site teams to deliver high-quality, cost-effective capital projects.
  
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  Support the development of engineering standards and best practices across the site.
  

Skills and Experience

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  Degree qualified (BEng/MEng) in Chemical Engineering, or similar related field. Chartered Chemical Engineer (CEng) status would be highly desirable.
  
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  Proven experience in GMP pharmaceutical or biopharmaceutical manufacturing environments. We will also consider candidates from similar highly regulated sectors - eg. fine chemical, food.
  
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  Experience in method, equipment, and process validation including bracketing approaches and PPQ readiness.
  
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  Skilled in engineering design tools and documentation, including P&IDs and hydraulic assessments.
  
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  Hands-on experience with commissioning of process equipment such as pumps, filters, and vessels.
  
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  You will require access to your own vehicle in order to access the site