GMP-Driven Pharma Manufacturing Engineer

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 950,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Life assurance

Paid time off

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Engineer for a state-of-the-art facility in Nelspruit (Mbombela). You will optimize manufacturing processes, maintain GMP compliance, and implement new technologies to improve yield, safety, and quality.

Strong problem-solving and project management skills are essential for cross-functional collaboration. Responsibilities include equipment installation, commissioning, validation, and CAPA-driven improvements, with emphasis on

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 4 years in Pharmaceutical Manufacturing or Process Engineering.
• GMP knowledge and regulatory awareness is essential.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and optimize manufacturing processes and equipment to improve efficiency and quality.
• Troubleshoot production equipment and processes to resolve issues promptly.
• Lead projects including installation, commissioning, validation, and qualification.
• Ensure GMP, safety, and environmental standards across all activities.
• Develop and maintain process documentation, SOPs, batch records, and validation protocols.
• Collaborate with QA, Production, and R&D to support product lifecycle management.
• Perform root cause analysis for deviations and implement CAPAs.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Project management

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Process simulation software

CAD tools

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Engineer for a state-of-the-art facility in Nelspruit (Mbombela). You will optimize manufacturing processes, maintain GMP compliance, and implement new technologies to improve yield, safety, and quality.

Strong problem-solving and project management skills are essential for cross-functional collaboration. Responsibilities include equipment installation, commissioning, validation, and CAPA-driven improvements, with emphasis on