Lead Designer Clean Utilities (m/f/d)

Exyte Switzerland AG; Basel; Vor Ort; CHF 120.000 - 180.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Exyte Switzerland AG is seeking a Lead Designer Clean Utilities (m/f/d) to lead the design and delivery of PW, WFI, Clean Steam and related systems for pharmaceutical and biotech projects in Switzerland. You will guide concept development through detailed design, provide technical leadership, coordinate a small team, and ensure delivery within scope, schedule, and budget.

Requirements include a degree in mechanical or chemical engineering, 8+ years in Clean Utilities, strong GMP knowledge,

Qualifikationen

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Process Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Pharmaceutical Engineering, Biotechnology, or related discipline.
• 8+ years of professional experience in design and engineering of Clean Utilities systems (pharma/biotech preferred).
• Experience leading engineering teams and coordinating technical project activities.
• Strong GMP knowledge and industry standards; proficient in MS Office; CAD/3D tools advantageous.

Aufgaben

• Lead design and delivery of Clean Utilities systems (PW, WFI, Clean Steam, process gases, wastewater).
• Define customer requirements and develop media strategies for GMP environments.
• Coordinate a team of 3–5 Utilities Engineers and Designers; ensure quality, schedule, budget.
• Review and approve design packages; liaise with suppliers and cross-functional teams.

Kenntnisse

English (B2)

German (C1)

Ausbildung

Mechanical/Process/Chemical/Pharma/Biotech Eng degree

Tools

CAD

3D design software

Jobbeschreibung

Whether working on engineering or GMP compliance projects, you will take a leading role in the design and delivery of Clean Utilities systems for clients in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries. From concept development through detailed design and project execution, you will provide technical leadership, coordinate project teams, and ensure high-quality project delivery within scope, schedule, and budget. As a subject matter expert, you will contribute to technical excellence, innovation, and knowledge sharing across multiple projects.

Lead Designer Clean Utilities (m/f/d)

Explore your tasks and responsibilities

• Define customer requirements, including media consumption strategies in GMP-regulated environments
• Design and develop Clean Utilities systems, including:
  • Purified Water (PW)
  • Water for Injection (WFI)
  • Clean Steam
  • Process gases and chemical distribution systems
  • Process wastewater systems
• Develop innovative and sustainable technical solutions for complex projects
• Prepare specifications, design documents, system layouts, routing concepts, cost estimates, and project schedules
• Lead the detailed design of utility systems and related equipment
• Coordinate and guide a team of 3 to 5 Utilities Engineers and Designers
• Ensure engineering deliverables meet quality standards, project timelines, and budget requirements
• Review and approve technical documentation and design packages
• Coordinate suppliers and support engineering, procurement, and construction activities
• Support commissioning, qualification, and acceptance of systems
• Actively participate in cross-project knowledge sharing and continuous improvement initiatives
• Act as the lead technical expert for Clean Utilities within multidisciplinary project teams

Show your expertise

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Process Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Pharmaceutical Engineering, Biotechnology, or a related discipline
• Minimum 8 years of professional experience in the design and engineering of Clean Utilities systems, preferably within the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry
• Extensive knowledge of Clean Utilities systems, including PW, WFI, Clean Steam, process gases, and related distribution systems
• Knowledge of process wastewater systems is highly desirable
• Proven experience leading engineering teams and coordinating technical project activities
• Strong understanding of GMP requirements and industry standards
• Experience managing technical quality, project schedules, and budgets
• Strong knowledge of MS Office; CAD and 3D design software experience is an advantage
• Fluency in English (minimum B2 level) is required
• German language skills at C1 level are required; French is a plus
• Willingness to travel on a project basis within Switzerland

Contact:

For further questions and information, please do not hesitate to contact Ilayda Öztürk.