Plant Project Engineer - API

Bracco Imaging S.p.A.; Ceriano Laghetto; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Bracco Imaging S.p.A. is seeking a Project Engineer in Italy to lead Capex projects for API manufacturing. You will coordinate internal SMEs and external contractors, ensuring budget control, compliance with PED/ATEX and cGMP standards, and timely delivery.

Requires MSc in Chemical Engineering and 5+ years in API production. The role offers a permanent contract, a salary range of €50,000–€60,000 gross per year, and collaboration within Global Technical Operations / Site Engineering Team.

Qualifications

• MSc in Chemical Engineering, 5+ years in API production.
• Experience in GMP-compliant commissioning and qualification.
• Strong budgeting and project management skills.
• Fluent in English and Italian.

Responsibilities

• Manage Capex projects from feasibility to handover.
• Coordinate internal SMEs and plant functions to meet deadlines.
• Oversee external engineering firms and contractors.
• Provide periodic progress reports and final balances.
• Update project documentation and archive transfer.
• Coordinate IQ/OQ/PQ testing of new installations.
• Collaborate with Maintenance on plant improvements.

Skills

Project management

Budgeting & cost control

Vendor coordination

Regulatory compliance

English & Italian communication

Education

MSc Degree in Chemical Engineering

Tools

SAP

Job description

About the company

Bracco is an international Group active in the healthcare sector and a leader in diagnostic imaging. The Group's main products are contrast agents sold in over 100 countries, both directly and indirectly through branches, joint ventures and license and distribution agreements.

Within the organization of Global Technical Operations / Site Engineering Team, the Project Engineer will be assigned to Plant Projects in API manufacturing site, supporting all the aspects related to Capex Project execution.

Activities and Responsibilities

• Manage assigned Capex projects throughout all phases: feasibility studies for time and cost estimation, project presentation for budget/GANTT approval, execution phases including preparation of technical specifications, preparation/update of P&IDs, procurement of equipment and materials, preparation of mechanical, electro-instrumental and software tender documents, plant construction, final testing and handovers to requesting departments;
• Cooperate with internal subject matter experts (SMEs) and with other plant functions (Production, HSE, Maintenance, Automation, Quality, Regulatory, etc.) to guarantee project delivery within deadlines, monitoring costs to ensure budget compliance, in compliance with up-to-date technical standard, company policies and adhering to national/EU regulations (e.g., PED, ATEX), and quality standards (cGMP, ISO 9001, ISO 14001, OHSAS 18001/ISO 45001).
• Coordinate external engineering companies and oversee external contractors ensuring adherence to legislative, contractual and technical regulations in the development of assigned projects;
• Provide periodic reports regarding on-going and completed activities, economic final balances and project progress status;
• Update and transfer project documentation to the site's technical archive during execution phases;
• Issue and track purchase requests (PRs), manage vendor relations, draft purchase specifications and verify material compliance upon arrival;
• Coordinate testing and qualification (IQ/OQ/PQ) of new installations;
• Collaborate with the Maintenance Department on small-scale modifications, plant improvements and utility optimization.

Professional / Technical Knowledge

• Strong knowledge of plant engineering design within the chemical-pharmaceutical sector.
• Skilled in interpreting technical documentation, including PFD, P&IDs, plant layouts and sections, civil engineering drawings and detailed machinery and equipment detailed specifications.
• Knowledge of applicable technical regulations and Good Engineering Practices.
• Practical experience with GMP-compliant plant commissioning and qualification within chemical-pharmaceutical environments.
• Experience with procurement and relevant management systems (e.g. SAP).
• Familiarity with workplace safety regulations.
• Proven expertise in budgeting, cost control and Project Management methodologies to ensure project viability.
• Experience with industrial automation and process control systems.
• Fluent English and Italian.

Education and Professional Experience

MSc Degree in Chemical Engineering At least 5 years of experience in an equivalent role within API production plants (preferred) or an Engineering Company.

Interpersonal Skills

• Proactive approach / problem solving
• Coordination attitude
• Commitment to goals achievement and competence sharing
• Positive behavior towards changes
• Communication skills

Employment Terms

The role is classified at Level B under the National Collective Agreement for the Chemical-Pharmaceutical Industry (CCNL Chimico-Farmaceutico), depending on the candidate’s experience.

The expected annual gross base salary for this position ranges from € 50.000 to € 60.000.

The final level and salary within this range will be determined on the basis of objective criteria such as experience, skills and qualifications.

Contract type: Permanent

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