Associate Specialist Engineer-4

Merck; Ireland; Hybrid; EUR 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Merck is seeking an API Process Development Engineer to join our hybrid team in Ireland. You will contribute to new product introductions, support process development and scale-up, and collaborate with global R&D partners to ensure compliant delivery of projects.

The role involves evaluating materials, modelling processes, and assisting in regulatory and validation activities. A chemistry or engineering degree with 1+ year related experience is preferred, along with strong communication and

Qualifications

• A degree in Science, Engineering or a related discipline is required.
• At least one year of post-graduation experience in pharmaceutical API manufacturing or related technical environment.
• Experience with process modelling, data analytics or simulations is advantageous.
• Strong problem-solving, initiative and collaborative skills.
• Ability to influence and support improvement initiatives while ensuring safety and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to new product introduction and technical transfer activities, including new technologies.
• Work with a cross-functional team to meet project milestones and launch dates.
• Support development plans across projects and collaborate with global R&D partners.
• Evaluate raw materials, process fit, optimise API processes, and support scale-up.
• Participate in campaign prep, safety/regulatory reviews, and deviation investigations.

Skills

Process Modelling

Data Analytics

Problem Solving

Teamwork

Technical Writing

Process Transfer

Quality & Compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Science/Engineering

Tools

Chemical Engineering

Engineering Design

Job description

What you will do

• Act as a key contributor to new product introduction and technical transfer activities to and from the site, including the introduction of new technologies.
• Work as part of a multifunctional and diverse team to deliver project objectives within agreed schedules and product launch milestones.
• Support day-to-day development plans across projects, working closely with global Research and Development partners.
• Contribute to the evaluation of raw materials, process fit assessments, optimisation and development of chemical API processes.
• Participate in campaign preparation, safety and environmental reviews, batch sheet reviews, regulatory and validation compliance activities, process monitoring, cycle-time studies, deviation investigations and filing strategy development.
• Apply technical problem-solving skills to investigate issues, identify root causes and deliver effective, compliant solutions.
• Provide subject matter expertise in API processing unit operations and scale-up opportunities.
• Identify and address technical constraints to support successful process demonstration through piloting and validation.
• Communicate effectively across functions and organisational boundaries, providing clear technical guidance to colleagues at all levels.
• Demonstrate a professional, reliable and collaborative approach, with a strong commitment to quality, compliance and continuous improvement.

What skills you will need

• A degree in Science, Engineering or a related discipline.
• A minimum of one year's post-graduation experience or knowledge in pharmaceutical API manufacturing, process development or a related technical environment.
• Experience in process modelling, process simulation and/or data analytics would be an advantage.
• A self-motivated approach with the ability to influence and support others in implementing improvement initiatives.
• Strong personal integrity, credibility and energy.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively as part of diverse, cross-functional teams.
• A practical and solutions-focused mindset, with a commitment to safe, compliant and reliable delivery.

Required Skills

• Chemical Engineering
• Data Analysis
• Engineering Design
• Engineering Standards
• Estimation and Planning
• Industrial Engineering
• Manufacturing Equipment
• Manufacturing Scale-Up
• Problem Solving
• Process Improvements
• Professional Engineering
• Project Management
• Self Motivation
• Teamwork
• Technical Writing

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