Senior Engineer – Finishing Equipment SME
West Pharmaceutical Services
full-time
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Location Type: Office
Location: Waterford • Ireland
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About the role
- Serve as the global Subject Matter Expert (SME) for pharmaceutical washing and sterilization equipment
- Lead engineering, management, plant operations, and global team members while collaborating with vendors to develop specifications for new equipment and improvements to existing systems supporting rubber mixing and dimensioning processes
- Drive the standardization and harmonization of production equipment and related documentation across the global network
- Partner with Process Engineering to analyze and evaluate existing systems and processes, identifying value-added and non-value-added activities to define design challenges and improvement opportunities
- Stay informed on emerging equipment standards and market trends, proactively identifying value-added improvements that enhance performance and efficiency
- Work independently and with vendors to investigate root causes of equipment failures, propose design or component changes, and implement and validate modifications
- Lead systematic problem-solving activities to support manufacturing plants in resolving equipment-related issues
- Coordinate and/or execute all necessary GMP-related validations and process engineering evaluations for manufacturing equipment
- Act as the primary technical point of contact for equipment vendors and suppliers, ensuring clear communication of tasks and monitoring deliverables, including FAT, SAT, IOQ, and related activities
- Establish equipment standards based on industry best practices to achieve corporate goals for Quality, Efficiency, Cost Reduction, and Safety
- Manage equipment projects from URS development through PQ, applying current project management practices and ensuring GMP-compliant documentation
- Research and analyze vendor proposals, specifications, and manuals to assess feasibility and application suitability
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align equipment initiatives with corporate objectives
- Ensure all equipment complies with the latest Safety Regulations and internal standards
Requirements
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Science or Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, or Industrial preferred)
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in a pharmaceutical manufacturing environment
- Strong understanding of engineering principles in cleanroom and GMP environments
- Proven experience managing equipment projects, including specification, procurement, installation, and qualification
- Excellent engineering and troubleshooting skills
- Demonstrated experience in project management, including the ability to manage projects in a dynamic environment with minimal supervision
- Working experience with Microsoft office products, PowerBI, SolidWorks and/or other CAD systems
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Professional development opportunities
- Paid time off
- Commitment to creating a healthier environment and planet through sustainability efforts
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
pharmaceutical washing equipmentsterilization equipmentengineering principlesGMP complianceproject managementtroubleshootingspecification developmentprocurementinstallationqualification
Soft Skills
leadershipcollaborationproblem-solvingcommunicationindependent workanalytical skillsteam managementadaptabilityattention to detailcross-functional collaboration
Certifications
Bachelor’s degree in ScienceBachelor’s degree in EngineeringMaster’s degree in ScienceMaster’s degree in Engineering