Small Molecule Process Engineer
CareerWise Recruitment
Cork
A Small Molecule Process Engineer is required on a PERMANENT basis by CareerWise Recruitment for our Cork based Biopharmaceutical Client. Process Engineers are required to support the Small Molecule API Manufacturing Business at our client site which is expanding in light of significant recent capital investments. Process Engineering is core to delivering product pipeline across batch API production and development and emerging continuous / peptides manufacturing capability. THE ROLE: * Provide process engineering support in batch API supply, NPI and continuous platforms through application of chemical engineering fundamentals. * Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities related to equipment and processes as core member of cross-functional process team. * Lead/support the tech transfer, scale-up and development of new processes and unit operations across batch and continuous processing platforms, in partnership with Small Molecule Design and Development (SMDD) at the US site. * Utilise root cause analysis techniques to investigate process and equipment issues and deliver robust and sustainable corrective and preventative actions. * Monitor, assess and document equipment performance to maintain ongoing qualification. * Develop and maintain the basis of safety for process equipment. * Develop and implement unit operation and equipment control strategy to sustain and optimize small molecule API processes. * Integrate mechanistic modelling, process simulation and analysis into current and future processes to enhance process understanding and control. REQUIREMENTS: * Degree qualified - chemical (or equivalent) engineering discipline with ideally a minimum of 3 years relevant experience in small molecule API manufacturing / technical transfer / new product introduction. * Deep technical interest and understanding in the field of chemical engineering. * Strong analytical and problem solving skills. * Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a cross-functional team consisting of a diverse group of management, production, compliance, science and engineering professionals. * Ability to communicate effectively and tailor the information depending on the audience. * Creativity to identify improvement opportunities and the tenacity/initiative to see them implemented. * Flexibility to meet the needs of the business. NOTE: It is essential that you hold a valid working visa for Ireland. Please call Aisling O'Hagan-Yil today for further information on 021- 2427410 or email: aohagan-yil@careerwise.ie. CareerWise Recruitment (In Search of Excellence. Established in 1999, CareerWise Recruitment specialises in recruitment of management and technical professionals for the life sciences, ICT, engineering, food and agri sectors. We operate out of multiple locations in Ireland and have offices in Cork, Shannon, Galway, Mayo and Dublin. By applying for this position, you are consenting to allow CareerWise Recruitment to process and retain your data in accordance with our Privacy Policy, contained on our website for the purposes of providing career opportunities. CareerWise Recruitment accepts that you do not wish your personal data, including your CV, to be forwarded to any client company without your prior consent and gives an absolute assurance that this wish will always be respected. Please feel free to contact us if you have any queries or wish to withdraw or amend your consent.
449 days ago