Biologics Process Engineer - Reliability & Process Improvement

Boehringer Ingelheim; Pirbright; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Boehringer Ingelheim is seeking a Process Engineer to support the UK Animal Health manufacturing facility in delivering safe, reliable and efficient operations. You will work with Production, Quality, Maintenance and Engineering to improve equipment performance and resolve complex technical issues within a regulated biologics environment.

The role emphasises continuous improvement, equipment reliability and process capability, with a fixed-term contract until 31 December 2027.

Qualifications

• Engineering degree in process, chemical, mechanical or another relevant discipline.
• Experience in a manufacturing or regulated environment.
• Knowledge of GMP/GxP and safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead operation, maintenance and continuous improvement of plant and equipment.
• Investigate and resolve technical issues using structured problem solving and RCA.
• Develop preventive and predictive maintenance strategies to improve reliability.
• Identify opportunities to improve process efficiency, throughput and cost.
• Lead engineering projects, equipment installations and upgrades with scope, budget and schedule management.
• Support safe, compliant operations through risk assessments, audits and documentation.
• Provide technical expertise to Production, Quality and Maintenance teams.
• Develop and maintain SOPs, standards and technical documentation.
• Train operators and technicians in equipment operation and GMP requirements.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Engineering degree in process/chemical/mechanical or related discipline

Job description

Boehringer Ingelheim is seeking a Process Engineer to support the UK Animal Health manufacturing facility in delivering safe, reliable and efficient operations. You will work with Production, Quality, Maintenance and Engineering to improve equipment performance and resolve complex technical issues within a regulated biologics environment.

The role emphasises continuous improvement, equipment reliability and process capability, with a fixed-term contract until 31 December 2027.