Senior Project Engineer
Location: Loughborough (Fully On Site)
Salary: Circa 55,000
Are you ready to lead major engineering projects that make a real-world impact? A leading Contract Development and Manufacturing Organisation (CDMO) is seeking a Senior Project Engineer to deliver high-value, technically complex capital projects in a regulated pharmaceutical manufacturing environment.
This is an exciting opportunity to work on cutting-edge products in a GMP-compliant facility, with occasional travel to other UK or international sites as needed.
What you'll be doing:
* Lead the full lifecycle of capital engineering projects - from scoping through commissioning and handover
* Manage validation and commissioning activities (e.g. FAT/SAT, URS, IQ/OQ)
* Build and coordinate cross-functional project teams
* Ensure full compliance with health, safety, quality, and regulatory requirements
* Oversee project budgets, schedules, vendor selection, and procurement strategies
* Engage stakeholders and support junior engineers across multiple sites
What we're looking for:
* 5+ years of experience in engineering project delivery, including 3+ in a regulated industry (pharma, food, FMCG)
* Degree-qualified in Engineering; Chartered (CEng) or working towards it preferred
* Proven ability to lead capital projects within a manufacturing setting
* Strong understanding of engineering design, construction, procurement, and compliance standards
* Proficiency in project management tools (e.g. MS Project) and budget control
* Excellent communication, organisation, and problem-solving skills
What's on offer:
* Join a mission-driven CDMO supporting life-saving pharmaceutical products
* Work in a collaborative, fast-paced, and supportive technical environment
* Competitive salary and benefits package
* Genuine opportunities for growth, development, and global project exposure
Apply now to play a key role in shaping the future of pharmaceutical manufacturing - and accelerate your engineering career in a high-impact, regulated setting.
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