Technical Project Engineer

About the Position

Our client, a process solutions company, is currently looking to hire a motivated Technical Project Engineer to support the delivery of projects for their pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical clients and suppliers. This position will report to the Process Validation Manager, and the Technical Project Engineer will take an overall lead on practical project management and engineering, and validation-related activities for technical projects such as system revamps, hardware and software upgrades, equipment modifications, process improvements, and process development. This same project excellence is also required for strategic new equipment projects.

Responsibilities

• Project Management: Liaise between all parties during equipment build/upgrade works to ensure agreed timescales are respected, and all parties are kept aware of the progress achieved and planned.
• Technical Reviews: Perform technical reviews of URS and other specifications post-sale in the creation of project documentation and clarification of post-sale queries.
• Coordination: Coordinate and take part in internal and external design reviews, DQ, HAZOP, and site meetings where required.
• Documentation: Author, review, and be responsible for project lifecycle GMP/validation documentation – technical writing is a core skill.
• Contract Management: Understand the commercial aspects of each assigned project and liaise with contract managers, suppliers, and customers to ensure on-time completion.
• Customer Support: Act as direct customer support during the project.
• Mentoring: Mentor, coach, and support peers with project management and technical writing.
• Site Work Planning: Proactively support site work planning with customers, suppliers, and 3rd parties to ensure all stakeholders are aligned.
• Testing: Attend and execute equipment testing at suppliers and customer sites as required.
• Commercial Visits: With the Projects Director, strategically identify and plan commercial visits relating to technical upgrades and process improvements to customers (expected travel in this role is approximately 25% of time).
• Survey and Estimation: Technically survey, assess, and estimate identified opportunities (mechanically, electrically, and process-wise).

Requirements

• Strong Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills
• Technical Sales and Scoping Experience
• Personable & Well Presented
• Excellent Written and Spoken English & Communication Skills
• Excellent Time Management and Organisation Skills
• Engineering, Technology, or Science Qualification (Degree or Equivalent)
• Proficiency with Commonly Used Computer Programs: MS Windows, MS Word, MS Excel, MS Project (working experience of CAD packages would be useful)
• Exceptional Customer Service Skills
• High Attention to Detail
• Ability to Work Independently and as Part of a Team
• Flexibility to Travel Throughout UK, Ireland, and Italy as Required
• Full Clean Driving License and Use of Own Car

Nice to Have

• Pharma/Biopharma Experience
• Experience with CAD Packages
• Flexibility to Travel
• Full Clean Driving License

We Offer

• Competitive Salary
• Full-Time Position
• Opportunity to Work with Leading Pharmaceutical and Biopharmaceutical Clients

About the Company

Cpl is a leading recruitment and managed services company, providing expert solutions to clients across various sectors. We pride ourselves on our commitment to quality, innovation, and customer satisfaction.

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Apply Now for this exciting opportunity to join a dynamic team and contribute to the success of our clients in the pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical industries.