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Planet Pharma are working with a global medical device company, seeking a Project Engineer to join them on a contract assignment. You’ll be at the forefront of a high-impact automation project, supporting end-to-end equipment integration from design to handover. Working collaboratively across global and site-based teams, you'll ensure engineering excellence in alignment with quality, safety, cost, and delivery goals—while also driving long-term value through thoughtful capital deployment.
Key Responsibilities
* Support large-scale automation initiatives as a hands-on project engineer
* Lead installation, commissioning, and validation activities (FAT, SAT, IQ, OQ, PQ)
* Oversee process development and integration of new equipment
* Manage design reviews with machinery vendors and maintain robust documentation systems
* Deliver lean process improvements that reduce cost of goods and increase operational uptime
* Ensure compliance with GMP, EHS, and all relevant regulatory standards (GAMP5, FDA, MHRA)
* Identify opportunities to improve process capability and machine performance
* Participate in continuous improvement (CI) projects throughout the engineering lifecycle
What We're Looking For
* Degree or equivalent in an Engineering Discipline
* Time-served engineering background with a focus on automation/process equipment
* Strong knowledge of IQ/OQ/PQ validation principles
* Proficiency in SAP, MS Office Suite, MS Project, and CAD
* Familiarity with regulated environments and a pragmatic understanding of compliance
* Demonstrated problem-solving, planning, and project execution skills
* Excellent interpersonal skills and a collaborative, hands-on approach to engineering
* Experience in medical devices
* Proficiency in process validation and quality tools (e.g., FMEA)
* Background in equipment selection and technology evaluation
To Apply
If you would like to discuss this vacancy further or to discuss your career options in confidence, please email on lwatkins@planet-pharma.co.uk
We are an equal opportunities Recruitment Business and Agency. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age. Planet Pharma is an Employment Business providing Global Staffing services.
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Employment type
Contract
Job function
* Industries
Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
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