Process Engineer (Program RUBY)

Planet Pharma; Slough; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Planet Pharma is seeking a Process Engineer to drive a strategic R&D transformation, re-engineering end-to-end processes and embedding new ways of working. You will partner with process owners, SMEs, and senior leaders across Clinical Development, Non-Clinical Development, and Labelling to accelerate product development timelines.

You will apply Lean Six Sigma, map and model current and future processes, facilitate workshops, and design future operating models within an Agile Transformation

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ hands-on experience applying Lean Six Sigma in complex environments.
• Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt certification (Green Belt preferred).
• Strong process mapping and modelling skills to document current and future state processes.
• Proven experience facilitating workshops, capturing requirements, and designing improved operating models.
• Familiarity with BPM tools such as ARIS, SAP Signavio, iGrafx, or Microsoft Visio.
• Excellent stakeholder management, capable of collaborating with senior leaders and cross-functional teams.
• Experience supporting large-scale organisational transformation initiatives.
• Ability to translate process designs into practical implementation plans and support change management.

Responsibilities

• Lead re-engineering of end-to-end processes and eliminate waste.
• Embed new ways of working within an Agile Transformation Office environment.
• Partner with process owners, SMEs, and senior stakeholders across R&D pillars.
• Translate designs into actionable implementation plans and support change management.
• Define governance, documentation standards, and KPI frameworks.

Skills

Lean Six Sigma

Process mapping

Process modelling

Workshop facilitation

Stakeholder management

BPM tools familiarity

Agile methodologies

Education

Relevant degree in Business, Engineering, or related field

Tools

ARIS

SAP Signavio

iGrafx

Microsoft Visio

Job description

Join Our Team as a Process Engineer– Transforming R&D for the Future

Are you a seasoned process professional with a passion for driving change and delivering impactful results? We are seeking a dynamic Process Engineer to play a pivotal role in a cutting‑edge initiative aimed at revolutionising R&D workflows and accelerating product development timelines. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a strategic transformation within a leading organisation, working in a flexible environment that values innovation and collaboration.

In this role, you will partner closely with process owners, SMEs, and senior stakeholders across multiple R&D pillars, including Clinical Development, Non‑Clinical Development, and Labelling. You’ll lead efforts to re‑engineer end‑to‑end processes, eliminate waste, and embed new ways of working within an Agile Transformation Office environment. Your expertise will help shape the future of R&D operations, making a lasting impact on the organisation’s efficiency and effectiveness.

What You’ll Need to Succeed

• Minimum of 5 years’ hands‑on experience applying Lean Six Sigma principles in complex business environments
• Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt certification (Green Belt preferred)
• Strong process mapping and modelling skills, capable of documenting current and future state processes
• Proven experience facilitating workshops, capturing requirements, and designing improved operating models
• Familiarity with BPM tools such as ARIS, SAP Signavio, iGrafx, or Microsoft Visio
• Excellent stakeholder management, capable of collaborating with senior leaders and cross‑functional teams
• Experience supporting large‑scale organisational transformation initiatives
• Ability to translate process designs into practical implementation plans and support change management efforts
• Clear understanding of process governance, documentation standards, and KPI frameworks

Nice to Have Skills

• Experience within the pharmaceutical or biotech industries
• Knowledge of Agile methodologies and product‑oriented environments

Preferred Education and Experience

• Relevant degree in Business, Engineering, or a related field
• Extensive experience in process engineering, business transformation, or process excellence roles within complex or regulated sectors