Facilities & Engineering Project Lead — GMP & Compliance

Michael Page (Switzerland); Schweiz; On-site; CHF 123,000 - 167,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Page (Switzerland) is seeking an experienced Project Engineer to lead and coordinate engineering initiatives in a regulated manufacturing setting. You will manage GMP documentation and collaborate with Quality, Production, Engineering and HSE teams to ensure aligned project delivery and compliance.

The role involves hands-on site work and on-site coordination with external suppliers, contractors and service providers, as well as involvement in commissioning, IQ/OQ/PQ activities and

Qualifications

• Engineering degree or equivalent technical qualification.
• Proven experience within pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device.
• Strong knowledge of GMP requirements and quality systems.
• Hands-on experience managing Change Controls, URS and technical documentation.
• Strong project coordination skills with exposure to cross-functional stakeholder management.
• Ability to balance office-based documentation work with on-site operational activities.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Pragmatic, delivery-focused and comfortable operating in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate engineering projects from concept through implementation and handover.
• Prepare and manage GMP documentation including URS, Change Controls, deviations, CAPAs and procedures.
• Coordinate external suppliers, contractors and engineering service providers throughout project lifecycles.
• Support equipment installation, commissioning and qualification activities.
• Ensure compliance with GMP, quality and safety requirements across all project activities.
• Act as a key stakeholder during shutdown activities and critical project execution phases.
• Collaborate with Quality, Production, Engineering and HSE teams to ensure project alignment.
• Monitor project timelines, deliverables and risks while driving efficient execution.
• Participate in F.A.T, SAT and validation-related activities when required.
• Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities across facilities and technical operations.

Skills

GMP documentation

URS & Change Controls

Project coordination

Cross-functional collaboration

Regulated environments

Education

Engineering degree

Job description

Michael Page (Switzerland) is seeking an experienced Project Engineer to lead and coordinate engineering initiatives in a regulated manufacturing setting. You will manage GMP documentation and collaborate with Quality, Production, Engineering and HSE teams to ensure aligned project delivery and compliance.

The role involves hands-on site work and on-site coordination with external suppliers, contractors and service providers, as well as involvement in commissioning, IQ/OQ/PQ activities and