Biopharmaceutical Process Engineer

Placements24; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus

Health insurance

Retirement plan

PTO & dev

Facilities access

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Biopharmaceutical Process Engineer to join our advanced manufacturing team in Sandton. You will design, optimize, and scale up biopharmaceutical processes, working across cell culture and downstream operations to ensure robust, compliant production of biologics.

The role requires 5+ years in biopharma process development and manufacturing, with strong analytical capabilities and experience in GMP, scale-up, and process validation.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in process development and manufacturing within the biopharmaceutical industry.
• In-depth knowledge of upstream and downstream bioprocessing unit operations.
• Experience with process scale-up, validation, and GMP manufacturing principles.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and optimize biopharmaceutical manufacturing processes (e.g., cell culture, purification, downstream processing).
• Scale-up processes from laboratory to pilot and commercial manufacturing scales, ensuring robust and reproducible results.
• Troubleshoot process deviations and implement corrective actions to maintain process performance and product quality.
• Develop and execute process validation protocols and batch records.
• Collaborate with R&D, manufacturing, and quality assurance teams to ensure successful process transfer and implementation.
• Ensure all activities comply with regulatory requirements (e.g., GMP) and company standards.

Skills

Bioprocessing knowledge

Process modeling & simulation

Analytical thinking

Teamwork & communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Chemical/Biochemical/Bioengineering

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leader in biopharmaceutical innovation, is seeking a highly skilled Biopharmaceutical Process Engineer to join their advanced manufacturing team in Sandton . This role is central to designing, optimizing, and scaling up complex biological manufacturing processes for life-changing therapies. You will leverage your deep technical expertise to ensure the efficient and compliant production of biopharmaceuticals. This is an exceptional career opportunity for an engineer passionate about bioprocessing, seeking to contribute to the development and manufacturing of cutting-edge biologics in a highly collaborative and scientifically driven environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and optimize biopharmaceutical manufacturing processes (e.g., cell culture, purification, downstream processing).
• Scale-up processes from laboratory to pilot and commercial manufacturing scales, ensuring robust and reproducible results.
• Troubleshoot process deviations and implement corrective actions to maintain process performance and product quality.
• Develop and execute process validation protocols and batch records.
• Collaborate with R&D, manufacturing, and quality assurance teams to ensure successful process transfer and implementation.
• Ensure all activities comply with regulatory requirements (e.g., GMP) and company standards.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemical Engineering, Biochemical Engineering, Bioengineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in process development and manufacturing within the biopharmaceutical industry.
• In-depth knowledge of upstream and downstream bioprocessing unit operations.
• Experience with process scale-up, validation, and GMP manufacturing principles.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with proficiency in process modeling and simulation tools.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary environment.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and an attractive bonus structure.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Retirement savings plan and life assurance.
• Generous paid time off and opportunities for continuous professional development.
• Access to state-of-the‑art facilities and cutting‑edge biopharmaceutical technologies.