Contract Process Equipment Engineer - Fill/Finish NPI

Tandem Project Management Ltd.; Athlone; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Tandem Project Management Ltd. is seeking a Contract Manufacturing Engineer (Equipment System Owner) for a global pharmaceutical client based in Athlone. You will provide technical support to production and maintenance teams across key process systems and Fill Finish equipment projects.

Responsibilities include leading troubleshooting, owning NPI projects, developing maintenance plans, and ensuring GMP compliance while driving safety and continuous improvement across the site.

Qualifications

• Bachelor-level or higher degree in pharmaceutical, chemical or mechanical engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant technical engineering experience in pharma/biotech.
• Experience with aseptic filling processes is an advantage.
• Strong problem-solving and structured troubleshooting abilities.
• Experience coordinating with vendors and cross-functional teams.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements and health and safety regulations.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Experience in project planning and management.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support to production and maintenance teams for key process systems and equipment.
• Lead troubleshooting and problem-solving on process equipment with coaching for staff.
• Own NPI projects and ensure operational readiness of equipment.
• Develop maintenance plans, procedures, spares, and related documentation.
• Collaborate with site functions to transition projects to operations.
• Ensure GMP compliance and cost-efficiency in maintenance activities.
• Drive safety culture and KPI tracking for process areas.
• Oversee equipment design input for new product introduction and CAPEX projects.

Education

Hon. degree in pharmaceutical, chemical or mechanical engineering or equivalent

Project management would be a positive

Job description

Tandem Project Management Ltd. is seeking a Contract Manufacturing Engineer (Equipment System Owner) for a global pharmaceutical client based in Athlone. You will provide technical support to production and maintenance teams across key process systems and Fill Finish equipment projects.

Responsibilities include leading troubleshooting, owning NPI projects, developing maintenance plans, and ensuring GMP compliance while driving safety and continuous improvement across the site.