Contract Pharma EHS Project Engineer - High Hazards

PE Global (UK); Dundalk (MD); On-site; Full time

Job description

PE Global is currently recruiting for an EHS Specialist for a leading multi-national Pharma client based in Dundalk.

This is a contract position.

Role:

The EHS Project Engineer ensures environmental, health, and safety compliance across pharmaceutical manufacturing and R&D operations. This role integrates EHS principles into engineering projects, supports regulatory compliance, and drives continuous improvement in safety and sustainability practices. The position requires strong technical expertise in high-hazard programs, chemical management, construction and contractor EHS management within highly regulated environments.

Responsibilities:

• Integrate EHS requirements into capital projects, facility upgrades, and process changes.
• Conduct Pre-Startup Safety Reviews (PSSRs) and ensure closure of EHS-related actions prior to commissioning.
• Perform field walkdowns to identify hazards and verify engineering controls.
• Support criticality assessments for equipment, utilities, and processes impacting safety and compliance.
• Ensure engineering controls (e.g., LEV, isolators, interlocks) are designed and implemented effectively.
• Support PHA and other PSM related assessments.
• Support PSDP and PSCS responsibilities to ensure compliance under the role of the client.
• Lead development and implementation of High Hazard Programs (e.g., Construction Safety, ATEX, Process Safety Management).
• Support Biosafety programs including containment strategy validation.
• Support Hazardous Waste and Chemical Inventory systems in compliance with pharmaceutical regulations.
• Schedule and coordinate Industrial Hygiene Monitoring (air sampling, noise, exposure assessments).
• Support Machine Safety and LOTO programs for equipment installations and maintenance.
• Ensure compliance with EHS regulations including HSA and EPA.
• Implementation of Construction, Machinery and other EHS Regulations.
• Prepare for and support regulatory inspections and audits.
• Develop and maintain assigned EHS programs and provide support for other programmes.
• Lead incident investigations and implement corrective/preventive actions.
• Conduct internal audits and support external inspections.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Occupational Safety, Industrial Hygiene, or a related technical discipline.
• Advanced degree (MSc, MEng) preferred for complex pharmaceutical environment
• Professional certifications are highly desirable.
• ATEX/Machinery or PSM-specific training/certification is a plus.

Interested candidates should submit an updated CV.

Please click the link below to apply, or alternatively send an up to date CV to [e-mail]

***Please note our client cannot assist with any visa sponsorship and candidates must have the correct visa to live and work in Ireland***