Life Sciences Process Design Engineer (PFDs & P&IDs)

Tandem Project Management Ltd.; Cork; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Tandem Project Management Ltd. is seeking a Process Design Engineer to join its expanding life sciences team in Cork, Ireland. You will help prepare scope statements, design briefs, and User Requirement Specifications across multiple projects, ensuring rigorous technical standards.

You will develop PFDs, P&IDs, mass balances, equipment lists, and design documentation, lead safety reviews like HAZOP and ATEX, and support commissioning and FATs with a collaborative, multidisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• Degree in process engineering or related discipline.
• 3 to 8+ years’ experience in process design within regulated industries (pharma, biotech, or life sciences).
• Proven ability to develop core process deliverables (PFDs, P&IDs, mass balances) and perform equipment/utility sizing calculations.
• Experience with GMP environments and participation in safety reviews (HAZOP, ATEX, risk assessments).

Responsibilities

• Develop process deliverables including PFDs, P&IDs, and mass balances to support project design and execution.
• Generate and maintain equipment lists, line lists, and associated design documentation.
• Perform process calculations for utility systems, equipment sizing, vessels, and in-line instrumentation.
• Prepare technical datasheets and specifications for the procurement of process equipment.
• Compile comprehensive design packages for tender and IFC (Issued for Construction), including calculations, datasheets, specifications, scopes of work, and tender documentation.
• Develop and document process design philosophies and engineering standards.
• Lead and participate in process safety activities such as HAZOP studies, ATEX assessments, and design risk assessments.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure integration and alignment across all engineering disciplines.
• Support and contribute to automation and control system design.
• Coordinate design activities between internal teams, sub-consultants, vendors, and contractors to ensure timely and accurate project delivery.
• Review and respond to technical queries from contractors and vendors.
• Review and approve vendor and contractor submittals to ensure compliance with project requirements.
• Participate in Factory Acceptance Tests (FATs) for process equipment as required.
• Support construction activities through site visits, technical query resolution, and quality checks.
• Prepare and deliver client presentations; actively participate in client meetings.
• Stay current with developments in the life sciences sector, identifying opportunities for innovation and business growth.
• Support commissioning and qualification (C&Q) activities, including preparation, approval, and execution of protocols in collaboration with sub-consultants.

Skills

PFDs & P&IDs

Mass balances

Process calculations

Equipment sizing

GMP environments

HAZOP & ATEX

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemical/Process Engineering

Master’s degree or Chartered Engineer (desirable)

Job description

Tandem Project Management Ltd. is seeking a Process Design Engineer to join its expanding life sciences team in Cork, Ireland. You will help prepare scope statements, design briefs, and User Requirement Specifications across multiple projects, ensuring rigorous technical standards.

You will develop PFDs, P&IDs, mass balances, equipment lists, and design documentation, lead safety reviews like HAZOP and ATEX, and support commissioning and FATs with a collaborative, multidisciplinary team.