Senior Pharmaceutical Process Engineer

Placements24; Centurion; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid + provident fund

Career development opportunities

International exposure

Annual leave & statutory benefits

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Pharmaceutical Process Engineer in Centurion, Gauteng. The role focuses on optimizing manufacturing processes, scaling up operations, validating processes, and ensuring regulatory compliance within a cutting-edge facility.

Responsibilities include troubleshooting, collaboration with R&D, QA, and operations, and driving process improvements to enhance yield and efficiency in a sterile/pharma environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemical Engineering, Pharmaceutical Engineering, or closely related field.
• Minimum 6 years of hands-on process engineering experience in pharma/biotech.
• Proven experience in scale-up, validation, and technology transfer of pharmaceutical products.
• Strong knowledge of cGMP and regulatory requirements in pharma manufacturing.
• Proficiency in process simulation software and CAD tools.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong project management and multi-priority handling skills.
• Effective cross-team communication and collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and optimize pharma manufacturing processes, incl. scale-up.
• Troubleshoot process issues to ensure product quality and yield.
• Develop and execute IQ, OQ, PQ protocols for equipment and processes.
• Collaborate with R&D, Manufacturing, QA for tech transfer.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and cost reduction.
• Ensure compliance with cGMP, safety, and environmental regs.
• Prepare process docs: P&IDs, SOPs, technical reports.
• Provide training to manufacturing staff.
• Stay updated on pharma process engineering advances.

Skills

Process engineering

cGMP

Process scale-up

Project management

Problem solving

Communication

Sterile manufacturing knowledge

Education

Bachelor's/Master's in Chemical/Pharmaceutical Engineering

Tools

CAD tools

Process simulation software

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a renowned pharmaceutical company operating in Centurion, Gauteng , is seeking to appoint a highly skilled Senior Pharmaceutical Process Engineer. This role is essential for optimizing and scaling up pharmaceutical manufacturing processes, ensuring efficiency, safety, and regulatory compliance. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in chemical engineering or a related discipline, coupled with extensive experience in the pharmaceutical sector. You will be responsible for troubleshooting process issues, implementing process improvements, and contributing to the successful transfer of new products into manufacturing. This position is based in our client's cutting-edge facility in Centurion , a hub of pharmaceutical innovation in Gauteng .

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and optimize pharmaceutical manufacturing processes, including scale-up activities.
• Troubleshoot and resolve process-related issues to ensure consistent product quality and yield.
• Develop and execute process validation protocols (IQ, OQ, PQ) for new and existing equipment and processes.
• Collaborate with R&D, Manufacturing, and Quality Assurance teams to ensure seamless technology transfer and process implementation.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements, cost reduction, and efficiency gains.
• Ensure all process design and modifications comply with cGMP, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Prepare detailed process documentation, including P&IDs, SOPs, and technical reports.
• Provide technical support and training to manufacturing operations personnel.
• Stay current with advancements in pharmaceutical process engineering and relevant technologies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemical Engineering, Pharmaceutical Engineering, or a closely related field.
• A minimum of 6 years of hands-on experience in process engineering within the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry.
• Proven experience in process scale-up, validation, and technology transfer of pharmaceutical products.
• Strong understanding of cGMP regulations and their application in pharmaceutical manufacturing.
• Proficiency in process simulation software and CAD tools.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong project management capabilities and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work across diverse teams.
• Knowledge of sterile manufacturing processes is a plus.
• Prior experience in the Gauteng region or within a similar industrial environment.

Benefits

• Attractive salary package based on qualifications and experience.
• Comprehensive medical aid and provident fund benefits.
• Opportunities for ongoing professional development and career progression.
• Exposure to innovative pharmaceutical manufacturing technologies.
• A dynamic and collaborative working environment in Centurion .
• Paid annual leave and other statutory benefits.
• Potential for international exposure through company projects.