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Operations Manager at Blackfield Associates
Senior Process Engineer – Global Biopharmaceutical Manufacturer
Location: Hertfordshire, UK
Employment Type: Full-time | Permanent
Blackfield Associates is proud to partner with a global biopharmaceutical manufacturer in the search for a highly skilled and motivated Senior Process Engineer to join their established Process Engineering team at their manufacturing facility in Hertfordshire.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced and passionate Chemical Engineer to play a pivotal role in advancing critical manufacturing processes within a dynamic, innovation-driven environment.
About the Role
As a Senior Process Engineer, you will take the lead on a variety of cross-functional, high-impact projects that are essential to the company’s operational and strategic objectives. These projects include but are not limited to:
* Technology Transfer of new products into manufacturing
* Scale-Up of processes from laboratory to production scale
* Equipment and Utility Enhancements to improve efficiency, safety, and compliance
* Capital Projects, from concept design through to implementation and validation
Working alongside a multidisciplinary team, you will be responsible for providing technical leadership, problem-solving expertise, and process optimisation insights to support both routine operations and strategic growth initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
* Act as a subject matter expert (SME) in process engineering across multiple projects.
* Lead root cause analysis, risk assessments (e.g., HAZOP), and continuous improvement initiatives.
* Collaborate with cross-functional teams including manufacturing, quality, validation, and R&D.
* Author and review technical documentation including protocols, reports, and engineering studies.
* Support the commissioning and qualification of new equipment and utilities.
Candidate Requirements
* Bachelor’s degree (BEng) in Chemical Engineering is essential.
* Chartered status with the IChemE is highly desirable, though not mandatory.
* Demonstrated experience in a regulated manufacturing environment (pharmaceuticals, biotech, or similar) is strongly preferred.
* Proven track record of delivering results in complex, cross-functional engineering projects.
* Strong problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
Why Join?
* Be part of a global leader driving advancements in biopharmaceutical development and manufacturing.
* Enjoy a collaborative and forward-thinking work culture that values innovation and continuous improvement.
* Work on high-profile, technically rewarding projects that have a real impact on patient health and wellbeing.
* Competitive salary and benefits package, along with opportunities for professional development and career progression.
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Engineering and Science
* Industries
Pharmaceutical Manufacturing, Manufacturing, and Biotechnology Research
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