Plant Engineer

Plant Engineer

For our client, we are seeking a Plant Engineer to provide engineering expertise, support and continuously improve site operations, and ensure reliable, compliant production in line with cGxP standards.

Plant Engineer

Job description:

As a Plant Engineer, you will provide engineering expertise to support and continuously improve site operations, ensuring reliable and compliant production in line with cGxP standards. You will play a key role in maintaining and optimizing facilities and utilities systems while supporting cross-functional projects across the site.

In this role, you will directly contribute to the reliability, safety, and performance of a highly regulated production environment, ensuring continuous operations and supporting the delivery of high-quality products to patients.

Act as Subject Expert (SME) for assigned facilities and utilities systems, serving as the main technical contact

Provide expertise across building systems, HVAC, black utilities (e.g. chillers, boilers), clean utilities, and chemical storage & distribution

Support and lead investigations, troubleshooting, and resolution of recurring technical issues

Drive continuous improvement, optimization, and modification of equipment and installations

Contribute to the design, installation, commissioning, and qualification (IQ/OQ/PQ) of systems and upgrades

Ensure equipment and systems remain fit for use, proactively identifying risks and implementing corrective actions

Coordinate and execute maintenance improvements, upgrades, and engineering changes

Ensure full compliance with cGMP, GEP, safety, and industry standards (e.g. SUVA/ASIT)

Develop and implement engineering procedures and best practices

Support the execution of site, divisional, and corporate standards and processes

Participate in internal and external audits as a technical expert

Contribute to engineering projects of varying complexity across site operations

About the customer:

A leading global biopharmaceutical company focused on developing and delivering innovative therapies for patients worldwide, with a strong presence in advanced biologics manufacturing and a commitment to high-quality standards and continuous improvement.

Requirements:

Degree in Engineering (BSc/MSc or equivalent), preferably in Biotechnology, Chemistry, Food Processing, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field

Minimum 5 years of experience in the pharma or biotech industry, within process, plant, or engineering environments

Proven experience in the installation, commissioning, and validation of pharmaceutical facilities, with a strong focus on Facilities & Utilities

Experience in maintenance and utilities systems is a strong advantage

Proficient in MS Office and MS Project

Solid knowledge of Good Engineering Practices (GEP), cGxP, FDA, ISPE, ASTM E2500 and ASME/BPE standards

Strong problem-solving skills with a hands-on, solution-oriented mindset

Comfortable working in a fast-paced, highly regulated environment

Team-oriented, proactive, and action-driven approach

Eagerness to continuously learn and develop technical expertise

Willingness to be hands-on and close to operations

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