Plant Engineer

For one of our clients, a well-renowned pharmaceutical company of the Neuchâtel area, we are currently seeking a Plant Process Engineer. The mission would be starting beginning of August, for an initial duration of 6 months.

As a Plant Process Engineer, you will provide technical expertise to support and continuously improve production systems of the site, ensuring compliance with cGxP standards and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as Subject Matter Expert (SME) for assigned equipment and systems (e.g., bioreactors, filtration, chromatography, CIP/SIP).
• Lead/support equipment upgrades, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure equipment reliability and compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
• Support cross-functional projects and participate in audits.
• Contribute to the Takeda Obsolescence Program.

Qualifications:

• Engineering degree (Biotech, Chemistry, Mechanical, or related).
• 7+ years in Pharma/Biotech (process, engineering, or manufacturing).
• Experience with commissioning/validation of process equipment.
• Knowledge of cGxP, GEP, FDA, ISPE, ASME/BPE standards.
• Fluent in French and English; German is a plus.
• Strong problem-solving, teamwork, and hands-on capabilities.

Please, do not hesitate to apply directly on this job posting if you would be meeting the requirements and available as stated above.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Industries

  Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

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