Pharmaceutical Process Engineer

Placements24; Vereeniging; Sur place; ZAR 600 000 - 1 200 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Competitive salary

Medical benefits

Retirement benefits

Bonus based on performance

Professional development opportunities

Résumé du poste

Placements24 is seeking a Pharmaceutical Process Engineer for our client in Vereeniging, Gauteng. The role focuses on optimizing manufacturing processes, scale-up, validation, and CAPAs to ensure compliance with GMP and regulatory standards.

You will design and improve processes, collaborate with R&D, QA, and Production, develop documentation, and support technology transfer. A 5+ year background in pharma process engineering and a chemical/mechanical engineering degree are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering.
• Minimum 5 years in pharmaceutical process engineering or heavily regulated industries.
• Strong GMP knowledge and regulatory understanding.
• Experience with validation, scale-up and technology transfer.
• Proficiency in process simulation or modeling is a plus.

Responsabilités

• Design, develop, implement, and optimize pharmaceutical manufacturing processes.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to equipment and process performance.
• Conduct process validation activities and generate validation reports.
• Perform root cause analysis for process deviations and implement CAPAs.
• Collaborate with R&D, Quality Assurance, and Production teams to ensure seamless technology transfer and scale-up.
• Develop and maintain process documentation, including SOPs, batch records, and engineering drawings.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve product quality.
• Ensure GMP compliance and other regulatory requirements.
• Stay updated on new technologies and industry best practices in pharmaceutical manufacturing.
• Provide technical support and training to production personnel.

Connaissances

Process engineering

Analytical thinking

Regulatory compliance

Problem solving

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering

Description du poste

About the Role

Our client, a leading pharmaceutical manufacturing company, is seeking a highly skilled Pharmaceutical Process Engineer to join their innovative team in Vereeniging, Gauteng . This role is pivotal in optimizing and troubleshooting our manufacturing processes to ensure efficiency, quality, and compliance with all regulatory standards. You will be responsible for process design, scale-up, validation, and continuous improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate will possess a strong engineering background, in-depth knowledge of pharmaceutical production, and excellent analytical problem-solving skills. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to the development and manufacturing of essential medicines and advance your career in a dynamic industrial setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, implement, and optimize pharmaceutical manufacturing processes.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to equipment and process performance.
• Conduct process validation activities and generate validation reports.
• Perform root cause analysis for process deviations and implement effective corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs).
• Collaborate with R&D, Quality Assurance, and Production teams to ensure seamless technology transfer and scale-up.
• Develop and maintain process documentation, including SOPs, batch records, and engineering drawings.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve product quality.
• Ensure compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and other relevant regulatory requirements.
• Stay updated on new technologies and industry best practices in pharmaceutical manufacturing.
• Provide technical support and training to production personnel.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in process engineering within the pharmaceutical or a highly regulated industry.
• Strong understanding of pharmaceutical manufacturing operations, including unit operations (e.g., granulation, tableting, sterile filling).
• Proficiency in process validation, scale-up, and technology transfer.
• Experience with process simulation and modeling software is a plus.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Strong knowledge of GMP and regulatory requirements.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across departments.
• Proficiency in technical writing and documentation.
• Must be legally authorized to work in South Africa.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary, comprehensive medical and retirement benefits, and a performance-based bonus structure.
• We provide extensive opportunities for professional development, including access to specialized training and industry conferences.
• Employees in Vereeniging benefit from a challenging yet rewarding work environment and the chance to significantly impact the pharmaceutical supply chain.