Project Engineer (1-year contract)

Rhian_Convatec; Wales; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A global medical products company in Wales is seeking a hands-on Project Engineer to lead the introduction of new automated manufacturing equipment. The role requires experience in regulated manufacturing environments, proficiency in validation protocols, and strong collaboration skills. This 1-year contract position offers a balance of office-based and hands-on work in a supportive environment focused on innovation and improvement.

Qualifications

• Strong hands-on manufacturing background required.
• Experience in regulated manufacturing environments like GMP or FDA.
• Familiarity with Lean principles and Six Sigma methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Act as engineering lead for projects introducing new manufacturing equipment.
• Coordinate with vendors to ensure designs meet requirements.
• Support production handover and drive consistent output.

Skills

Hands-on manufacturing experience

Demonstrated experience in automation

Collaboration and time management skills

Proficient in validation protocols

Education

Degree or equivalent in an Engineering discipline

Tools

Excel

CAD tools

SAP

Job description

Pioneering trusted medical solutions to improve the lives we touch: Convatec is a global medical products and technologies company, focused on solutions for the management of chronic conditions, with leading positions in advanced wound care, ostomy care, continence care, and infusion care. With around 10,000 colleagues, we provide our products and services in almost 100 countries, united by a promise to be forever caring. Our solutions provide a range of benefits, from infection prevention and protection of at-risk skin, to improved patient outcomes and reduced care costs. Convatec’s revenues in 2023 were over $2 billion. The company is a constituent of the FTSE 100 Index (LSE:CTEC). To learn more about Convatec, please visit http://www.convatecgroup.com

We devise, develop and manufacture innovative products and services that support people with deeply personal and challenging medical conditions, helping to improve care for them and giving them greater confidence, freedom and mobility.

We are guided by our five core values, that shape the way we work, every day: Improve Care, Deliver Results, Grow Together, Own It and Do What’s Right.

At Convatec, we’re transforming our business for the better. Better products. Better ways of working. And better ways of delivering for our customers and each other. We’re aiming for nothing short of excellence. Join us on our journey to #ForeverCaring as a Project Engineer and you’ll do the same.

Job Summary

We are seeking a hands-on and proactive Project Engineer to join our Global Engineering team at our Deeside Advanced Wound Care facility. This is a key role supporting the introduction and integration of new automated manufacturing equipment. You will act as the engineering lead on existing projects, collaborating closely with the Project Manager and Validation Engineer to ensure delivery of equipment that fully meets the required safety standards, URS requirements, and all relevant regulatory standards.

This role has a 1-year contract.

About you:

• Time-served apprenticeship or strong hands-on manufacturing background.

• Demonstrated experience in automation, process equipment, or production line integration.

• Experience in regulated manufacturing environments (e.g. GMP, FDA, MHRA).

• Proficient in validation protocols (IQ, OQ, PQ) and change control processes.

• Working knowledge of GAMP5 and associated regulatory standards.

• Familiar with Lean principles, Six Sigma methodologies (Green Belt desirable).

• Strong collaboration and time management skills with a proactive attitude.

• IT literacy including Excel, Word, CAD tools, SAP.

• Understand the implications and requirements of external regulations, particularly GAMP5, FDA & MHRA, EHS and manufacturing legislation.

• Demonstrated interpersonal skills and a good team player, proactive and flexible approach.

Desirable and Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent in an Engineering discipline.

• Experience in equipment process validation and capability studies

• Medical device manufacturing experience.

• Process FMEA, quality control methodologies.

• Involvement in capital equipment specification and vendor selection.

• Trackwise experience

• Apprenticeship-trained engineers or candidates with strong manufacturing-based qualifications will be prioritised.

• Other regulated or high-volume manufacturing environments will be considered.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Act as engineering lead for projects introducing new manufacturing equipment and modification of existing process.

• Own and drive equipment delivery from initial specification through design reviews, FAT/SAT, and full validation (IQ/OQ/PQ).

• Coordinate with vendors to ensure designs meet technical and regulatory requirements.

• Lead technical investigations and process improvements during equipment development and integration.

• Support production handover and help drive consistent output, quality, and performance.

• Update and maintain documentation in compliance with GMP, change control, and internal standards.

• Identify and implement opportunities for cost reduction (COGs), uptime improvement, and lean manufacturing.

• Ensure engineering activities adhere to site and corporate EHS policies and procedures.

• Seek continuous improvement (CI) opportunities throughout project phases.

• Adhere to legal, corporate and site legislation and procedures

Principal Contacts

• Internal: Local and Global R&D, Project management, site-based engineering, Manufacturing, EHS, Maintenance, Quality department, Regulatory, Finance, Procurement

• External: External vendors, suppliers of engineering and automation services

Travel Requirements

• Yes, up to 20%

Working Conditions

The role includes a balance of office-based engineering work and hands-on equipment integration on the manufacturing floor. Flexibility across shifts and occasional weekend support may be required during key project phases.

Our transformation will change your career. For good. You’ll be pushed to think bigger and aim for excellence. Your ideas will be heard, and you’ll be supported to bring them to life. There’ll be challenges. But, stretch yourself and embrace the opportunities, and you could make your biggest impact yet. This is stepping outside of your comfort zone. This is work that’ll move you.

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