Senior Pharmaceutical Process Engineer

Placements24; Bloemfontein; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Pension fund

Performance-based incentives

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Pharmaceutical Process Engineer to enhance manufacturing operations in Bloemfontein, Free State. The role emphasizes optimizing processes, ensuring efficiency, scalability, and regulatory compliance in a on-site setting.

The ideal candidate holds a chemical or mechanical engineering degree with 6–8 years in pharmaceutical process engineering, and a strong track record in process optimization and project leadership.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in chemical or mechanical engineering is preferred.
• Experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing and process engineering is required.
• Familiarity with cGMP regulations and industry best practices is essential.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and optimize pharmaceutical manufacturing processes.
• Lead process validation activities and ensure quality attributes meet specifications.
• Troubleshoot process issues to minimize downtime and maximize yield.
• Manage process improvement projects focusing on cost, yield, and waste reduction.
• Ensure compliance with cGMP, FDA, EMA, and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Process optimization

Project management

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Process automation and control systems

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a distinguished pharmaceutical manufacturing company, is seeking a highly skilled Senior Pharmaceutical Process Engineer to enhance their production operations in Bloemfontein, Free State . This role is central to optimizing manufacturing processes, ensuring efficiency, scalability, and compliance with stringent pharmaceutical quality standards. The ideal candidate will possess a robust engineering background, extensive experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing environments, and a strong problem-solving aptitude. This is an on-site position critical for maintaining and improving our client's manufacturing excellence in Bloemfontein .

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, implement, and optimize pharmaceutical manufacturing processes, including upstream and downstream operations.
• Lead process validation activities, ensuring that manufacturing processes consistently produce products meeting predetermined specifications and quality attributes.
• Troubleshoot and resolve process-related issues to minimize downtime and maximize production efficiency.
• Develop and manage process improvement projects, identifying opportunities for cost reduction, yield improvement, and waste minimization.
• Ensure all processes comply with current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP), FDA, EMA, and other relevant regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including R&D, Quality Assurance, Operations, and Maintenance, to support new product introductions and process changes.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive process documentation, including Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), batch records, and validation reports.
• Stay current with advancements in pharmaceutical manufacturing technology and engineering best practices.
• Provide technical expertise and guidance to junior engineers and manufacturing personnel.
• Oversee the qualification and validation of new equipment and process technologies within the Bloemfontein facility.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• A minimum of 6-8 years of experience in process engineering within the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry.
• In-depth knowledge of pharmaceutical manufacturing processes, equipment, and validation principles.
• Strong understanding of cGMP regulations and industry best practices.
• Proven experience with process optimization techniques (e.g., Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams.
• Experience with process automation and control systems is a plus.
• Must be able to work effectively on-site in Bloemfontein and support manufacturing operations.

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package including medical aid, pension fund, and performance-based incentives. This role provides excellent opportunities for professional growth and development within a leading pharmaceutical manufacturing company based in Bloemfontein, Free State . Enjoy a stable work environment with a focus on innovation and quality. The position requires full-time commitment to our Bloemfontein operations.