Job Title:Project EngineerLocation:Sligo, IrelandContract:12 MonthsRate:€65 - €75 per hourOverviewWe are seeking aProject Engineerto provideengineering services to the plant,maximise availability of all site process equipment and utilities, and supportcapital engineering projects. The role will focus onoperational improvements, process engineering support, project execution, and continuous improvement initiativeswithin a live manufacturing environment.ResponsibilitiesProvide engineering services to the plant to maximise the availability of all site process equipment and utilities .Manage capital engineering projects within site following the Project Lifecycle approach (typical project value range: up to €5 million).Support engineering teams in controlling uptime of process equipment and optimising efficiencies in equipment and process performance.Support the Engineering team with continual operational improvements .Provide process engineering support and technical troubleshooting within the site.Improve operations and reliability of equipment and processes through identification and implementation of continuous improvement initiatives .Manage the execution of projects within the engineering group, including specific process safety projects .Support the provision of process safety initiatives to the site.Liaise with Production to ensure equipment performance is maximised .Liaise with internal/external engineering personnel and contract maintenance providers in maintaining, troubleshooting, and installing/commissioning equipment.Provide engineering support and technical troubleshooting to all site operations.Lead process equipment commissioning and validation activities .Identify and manage continuous improvement projects .Work closely with all site functions and other departments to deliver continuous improvement projects .Prepare feasibility studies and manage budgets for all assigned projects.Manage and negotiate external contracts and contractors .Support all major site initiatives and core site goals .RequirementsDegree in a relevant Engineering Discipline (Mechanical/Chemical/Process).5+ years strong site experience in Pharma (OSD/API Manufacturing) or will consider Biotech or Sterile Fill Finish background .Proven track record of supporting capital project execution from cradle to handover with large national/multinational companies (equipment/process/manufacturing type projects)Proven track record in delivering capital projects – new equipment, utilities, facilities, etc.Good knowledge of change control and C&Q processes/execution .Relevant site experience in one or more of the following:API process equipment trains (reactors, filter dryers, pumps, process pipework, milling, containment technology – gloveboxes, downflow booths, etc.)Drug Product equipment (tablet press, roller compaction, tablet coater, material handling – post hoists, blenders, milling – Quadro Comils, etc.)Cleanroom processing/utilities – HVAC, CIP systems, purified water generation and distribution systems, etc.Knowledgeable/competent with executing change control .Experience in process engineering, with relevant experience of batch processing, automation, project management, commissioning and validation, equipment reliability, and continuous improvement .Working knowledge of distributed control systems, such as DeltaV .Hands-on role requiring a logical and structured approach to resolving day-to-day engineering issues typical of a live manufacturing environment .Knowledge of cGMP and regulatory requirements relating to the healthcare industry .Demonstrated project management skills, including the ability to deliver projects on schedule, within budget, and meeting predefined quality requirements .DESIRABLETrackwise change control system experience .Electrical background – competency with electrical system design & installation (process equipment and site electrical infrastructure), familiar with ATEX regulations and requirements .**Only candidates with avalid work visa for Ireland or an EU passportwill be considered.To discuss this role in more detail, contactCornéat orfor a confidential discussion.