We are seeking aVisual Inspection Engineerto support and lead visual inspection operations within a regulated pharmaceutical manufacturing environment. This role plays a key part in ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards while driving continuous improvement across inspection processes, equipment, and personnel certification.The successful candidate will work cross-functionally with Operations, Engineering, and Quality teams and contribute throughout the full project lifecycle, from validation to commercial manufacturing.Key Responsibilities:Act as a core team member supporting Visual Inspection operations in compliance with safety, regulatory, and organizational requirementsDevelop, review, and modify procedures to support manufacturing and inspection activitiesParticipate in and support process, equipment, and facility validation activitiesReview, approve, and execute commissioning, qualification, and validation protocolsLead and participate in Process FMEAs related to Visual InspectionEstablish, lead, and optimize technician certification programs for visual inspectionEstablish and maintain a Visual Inspection defect libraryDevelop and execute defect trending and data analysis processesEnsure site Visual Inspection procedures align with global guidance documents and regulatory expectationsProvide technical input into SOP development and continuous improvement initiativesLead manufacturing and validation activities across the project lifecycleCoordinate with internal and external stakeholders for particle and defect evaluationSupport technical transfers and future product introductionsInvestigate process deviations, exceptions, and equipment malfunctionsLiaise with Engineering and Quality teams as requiredSupport production to ensure processes meet output, yield, and quality targetsEssential Requirements:Degree (or higher) in Engineering, Science, or a related technical disciplineMinimum 3 years' experience in Technical, Operations, Manufacturing, or Quality roles within a pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or healthcare environmentMinimum 3 years' experience in a regulated manufacturing environmentExperience withparenteral or biotechnological drug manufacturingis highly desirable, including:Fill & FinishAseptic processingLyophilisationSterilisation operationsExperience with clean utilities is an advantageFor a confidential conversation about the role please apply for the role or contact Owen Clancy at By applying to this job post you agree that Sterling Engineering may process your personal data for recruitment purpose.