Process Engineer

Metric Bio; Dublin; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Metric Bio is seeking an experienced Process Development/ MSAT engineer to advance biopharmaceutical process development, integrating PAT, QbD, and DoE methodologies. The role emphasizes scale-up and tech transfer for upstream and downstream unit operations, with emphasis on data-driven workflow improvements and GLP/GMP compliance.

The successful candidate will contribute to cross-functional projects, develop digital workflows, and mentor junior staff while delivering technical reports and

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1–2 years of industry experience in Process Development Engineering or Manufacturing Sciences & Technology (MSAT) with MSc, or 3+ years with a bachelor.
• Strong understanding of chemical engineering fundamentals across upstream and/or downstream bioprocessing.
• Knowledge of QbD, DoE, and process characterization methodologies.
• Experience with scale-up/scale-down models and technology transfer for upstream and/or downstream processes.
• Experience using statistical analysis software such as JMP, Minitab, R, Python, or MATLAB.

Responsibilities

• Work within a multidisciplinary research team to support planning, organization, and execution of pharmaceutical process development R&D programs.
• Design and establish scale-down laboratory models for unit operations to understand and optimize manufacturing-scale processes.
• Develop and enhance digital workflows for process monitoring, data acquisition, chemometric analysis, and data integration.
• Lead the development and implementation of new technologies including PAT for upstream and downstream bioprocess unit operations.
• Prepare and review technical reports, presentations, and project documentation; present findings to clients as required.
• Apply engineering principles and computations to solve complex technical challenges.
• Ensure GLP-compliant laboratory activities and support GMP/regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to maintain operations and address facility or equipment issues.
• Coach and train junior team members where appropriate.

Skills

Chemical engineering fundamentals

Quality by Design

Design of Experiments

Process characterization

Statistical analysis

Project management

Technical communication

Education

MSc in Engineering/related field

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Science

Tools

CFD

MATLAB

Python

MVDA

Dynochem

gPROMS

Aspen Plus

JMP

Minitab

R

Job description

Our Engineering team comprises highly qualified, capable, and collaborative colleagues. We support our clients by delivering world-class pharmaceutical process research and development to accelerate the delivery of quality, life-changing medicines to patients across a wide range of therapeutic areas. Now more than ever, opportunities are expanding as technology enhances our ability to make a meaningful impact on patient outcomes.

Our team vision is to advance our clients' process development and digitalization objectives by integrating digitalization strategies, Process Analytical Technology (PAT), and advanced modeling technologies to enable next-generation biopharmaceutical manufacturing.

If you are looking to further your career in a cutting-edge, dynamic, innovative, and patient-focused environment, the CDMO offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the future of biopharmaceutical process development.

• Work within a multidisciplinary research team to support the planning, organization, and execution of pharmaceutical process development R&D programs.
• Design and establish scale-down laboratory models for pharmaceutical unit operations to understand and optimize manufacturing-scale processes.
• Develop and enhance digital workflows for process monitoring, data acquisition, chemometric analysis, and data integration.
• Lead the development and implementation of new technologies, including Process Analytical Technology (PAT), for upstream and downstream bioprocess unit operations.
• Prepare and review technical reports, presentations, and project documentation, and present project progress, technical findings, and recommendations to clients as required.
• Apply engineering principles, calculations, and computational methods to solve complex technical challenges.
• Adopt, maintain, and continuously improve engineering workflows and support their integration into commercial R&D projects and internal innovation initiatives.
• Ensure laboratory activities are conducted in accordance with GLP requirements.
• Support commercial and innovation-focused R&D projects using engineering and modeling tools such as CFD, MATLAB, Python, MVDA, Dynochem, and related software.
• Author and review technical reports and project documentation.
• Ensure safe working practices are maintained in accordance with applicable local regulations and legal requirements.
• Collaborate with the Laboratory Coordinator, Facilities Supervisor, Area Owners, and Equipment Owners to maintain laboratory operations and address facility or equipment issues.
• Where appropriate, coach, mentor, and train junior team members.
• Minimum of 1–2 years of industry experience in Process Development Engineering or Manufacturing Sciences & Technology (MSAT) (with an MSc), or 3+ years of relevant industry experience (with a bachelor's degree).
• Strong understanding and application of chemical engineering fundamentals across upstream and/or downstream bioprocessing.
• Knowledge of Quality by Design (QbD), Design of Experiments (DoE), and process characterization methodologies.
• Experience with scale-up/scale-down models and technology transfer for upstream and/or downstream process unit operations.
• Experience using statistical analysis software such as JMP, Minitab, R, Python, or MATLAB.
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic, multidisciplinary environment.
• Self-motivated with demonstrated project management capabilities.
• Excellent written and verbal technical communication skills, including experience delivering technical presentations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with spectroscopy techniques such as Raman, NIR, FTIR, UV-Vis, or other Process Analytical Technology (PAT) tools.
• Experience developing chemometric models and supporting their implementation.
• Experience scaling processes from laboratory to pilot or commercial manufacturing and supporting technology transfer activities.
• Knowledge of mechanistic modeling software such as gPROMS, Aspen Plus, SIMCA, MATLAB SimBiology, or similar platforms.
• Familiarity with GMP and applicable FDA, EMA, and ICH regulatory requirements.