Chemical Engineer - Pharmaceuticals Role
We are seeking an experienced Chemical Engineer to join our team in Clonmel, Ireland. Our partner company develops and supplies the active ingredients and final formulated product for a range of innovative medicines at its manufacturing and R&D facilities. The plant has been operating in Tipperary for over 40 years, exporting to over 25 countries worldwide with primary markets in Europe, USA, and Japan.
Main Responsibilities Include:
* Supporting process start-ups, campaigns, and turnarounds across plants, ensuring adherence to yield, quality, and safety targets.
* Generating paper & electronic batch records and automated recipes for various steps in the manufacturing process.
* Leading investigations into process-related issues, identifying root causes, and implementing corrective and preventive actions.
* Identifying and implementing equipment and process improvements.
* Collaborating with other departments such as Safety, QA, Projects, and Process Chemistry to ensure smooth production operations.
* Communicating effectively with stakeholders at all levels of the organisation, sharing technical expertise, and guiding complex projects.
Ideal Experience Required:
* An honours degree in Chemical Engineering or related discipline.
* Minimum 1 year's experience in API production or related environment.
* Experience in process modelling/simulation and/or data analytics would be advantageous.