100% on-site in Düsseldorf
German language skills highly desirable
12-month contract - ASAP start
DSP Process Equipment Engineer
We are supporting an international pharmaceutical manufacturer in the search for an experienced Process Equipment Engineer to join a major GMP manufacturing and expansion programme.
This role will support downstream manufacturing operations across both project execution and routine production activities, with responsibility for process equipment lifecycle management, commissioning support, troubleshooting and continuous improvement within a regulated manufacturing environment.
Responsibilities
Provide technical engineering support for downstream process equipment and associated instrumentation within GMP manufacturing areas.
Support commissioning, startup, qualification and operational readiness activities for new and existing process systems.
Coordinate technical activities relating to equipment installation, construction, vendor management and engineering documentation.
Lead or support equipment troubleshooting, deviation investigations and root cause analysis activities within live manufacturing operations.
Manage engineering activities related to system modifications, upgrades and continuous improvement initiatives.
Prepare and maintain engineering documentation including SOPs, technical reports, maintenance records and GMP documentation.
Support preventive and corrective maintenance activities to ensure equipment reliability and compliant system operation.
Work closely with production, quality, validation and maintenance teams to support day-to-day manufacturing activities.
Participate in FAT/SAT, commissioning and qualification activities during project execution phases.
Support change controls, CAPA implementation and system improvement activities within GMP processes.
Participate in risk assessments, safety reviews and audit activities as required.
Ensure all engineering activities are carried out in compliance with GMP and EHS standards.
Requirements
Experience supporting DSP process equipment within pharmaceutical, biotech or biologics manufacturing environments.
Strong understanding of GMP manufacturing operations and equipment lifecycle management.
Experience supporting commissioning, qualification and ongoing operational support activities.
Familiarity with deviations, investigations, CAPAs and change control systems.
Strong troubleshooting and technical problem-solving skills within manufacturing environments.
Ability to work cross-functionally with engineering, production, validation and quality teams.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
Preferred Experience
Experience within large-scale pharmaceutical or biologics manufacturing facilities.
Exposure to process equipment such as filtration systems, chromatography skids, bioprocess systems or clean utilities.
Previous involvement in facility expansions, upgrades or capital projects.
Knowledge of GMP risk assessments and regulatory inspection readiness.
