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Process Engineer

  • Location:

    Cork

  • Sector:

    Life Sciences

  • Job type:

    Contract

  • Salary:

    Negotiable

  • Contact:

    Next Generation

  • Contact email:

    jessica.maguire@nextgeneration.ie

  • Job ref:

    JOB-14085_1743010182

  • Published:

    6 days ago

Are you an experienced Process Engineer with a strong background in biopharmaceutical manufacturing? Do you thrive in cross-functional, global environments, working with External Partners to ensure seamless technology transfers and process optimization?

Our client, a leading global biopharmaceutical organization, is looking for a Process Engineer to support external manufacturing operations for Large Molecule Vaccines. This is a high-impact role, driving process improvements, ensuring compliance, and optimizing manufacturing processes at external partner sites.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide technical support for vaccine drug substance and drug product processes at external manufacturing sites.
  • Review manufacturing documents (batch records, SOPs, protocols) and support process troubleshooting & investigations.
  • Lead and execute change controls, process risk assessments, and continuous process verification.
  • Support engineering runs, water runs, and process performance qualification (PPQ).
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Operations, Quality, Regulatory) to ensure successful technology transfers.
  • Develop and manage process improvement strategies to optimize manufacturing performance.
  • Ensure regulatory compliance and inspection readiness for commercial manufacturing operations.

What We're Looking For:

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a relevant Science discipline (advanced degree preferred).
  • 2-4 years experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing, process engineering, or technical operations.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to drive continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Excellent communication, leadership, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
  • Ability to travel (>25%) to external manufacturing sites as needed.

Why Join?

  • Work with a global leader in vaccines and biologics manufacturing.
  • Collaborate with top industry experts in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
  • Be a key driver in the success of large-scale technology transfers.
  • Career growth opportunities in a rapidly evolving field.

The Next Step for You

Should this position be of interest, please apply through LinkedIn with an up-to-date CV to Jessica from Next Generation Recruitment or call us on the main line at 016629120.

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