Project Engineer

About the Role

Our global pharmaceutical client near Sligo is looking for a dedicated Project Engineer to join their advanced manufacturing site. The company invests heavily in R&D to foster innovation and develop transformative medicines. With ongoing projects worldwide and continual expansion of their network, this role offers an excellent chance to be part of a leading healthcare organization.

Key Deliverables

• Oversee the entire lifecycle of capital engineering projects—from initial feasibility and budgeting to execution, commissioning, and handover of completed work.
• Provide technical and engineering assistance to site operations, diagnose issues with process equipment, and promote enhancements in reliability and operational performance.
• Lead initiatives focused on continuous improvement to boost plant efficiency, equipment availability, and manufacturing workflows.
• Collaborate closely with production teams, engineering departments, contractors, and external vendors to guarantee smooth project execution and operational excellence.
• Support activities related to process safety while ensuring all engineering projects comply with site standards and regulatory demands.
• Manage equipment commissioning, validation, and installation efforts, ensuring timely, safe, and budget-conscious delivery.

Required Experience and Qualifications

• A degree in Mechanical, Chemical, Process Engineering, or a related engineering discipline is mandatory.
• Prior experience managing capital projects within pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or manufacturing environments is essential.
• Comprehensive understanding of change control procedures, commissioning, qualification, and Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) standards.
• Knowledge of process equipment, production systems, and supporting utilities on site.
• Familiarity with process engineering principles, automation, continuous improvement methodologies, and equipment reliability concepts.
• Demonstrated capability to coordinate with multiple stakeholders and successfully deliver projects on time, within financial plans, and to quality expectations.

Additional Information

This opportunity is a 23-month contract based in Sligo, Ireland. Candidates eager to contribute to a project that substantially impacts healthcare advances are encouraged to apply.