Senior Process Engineer

Job Description:

IPS is hiring! We are looking for a talented Senior Process Engineer to join our growing Process Engineering team at our office in Cork, Ireland.

The Senior Process Engineer is responsible for designing and implementing manufacturing processes and supporting utilities on a scale that can range from developmental pilot plant, to full commercial production. In this role we require a candidate who has process design and operations experience in pharmaceutical facilities, which include biologic and organic synthesis Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist the Lead Process Engineer with conceptual design deliverables such as Process Flow Diagrams and, Material and Energy Balances.
• Design utilities generation and distribution systems for new and existing manufacturing processes, including Utility Sizing models.
• Generate Process P&IDs that include, process control strategy and CIP/SIP functions, if appropriate.
• Also, generate P&IDs for critical utility systems, such as Pharma Water, Clean Steam, Process Gases, Heat Transfer Systems and Process Waste.
• Perform engineering studies for expanding, improving or automating existing facilities without supervision.
• Produce Equipment specifications and Equipment Datasheets for process equipment and instrumentation.
• Support the delivery of Vendor packages through Scoping, Specification, Detailed Design, Construction and CQV.
• Generate Process Calculations to support design.
• Support Process Safety and Environmental studies including HAZOP, ATEX, Risk Assessment, COSHH and implementation of EU/ ISO standards.
• Assume ownership of the process-related aspects of a portion of a large project or an entire small project, and provide technical support to the project design team.
• Make use of and participate in development of company design and production tools, including process simulation and smart P&IDs.
• Establish and maintain excellent working relationships with clients and members of the IPS design team.
• Special projects as assigned.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Minimum of 8 years of process engineering design experience, in the Biopharmaceutical industry.
• Process design and operations experience in pharmaceutical facilities, which include biologic and organic synthesis Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Chemical / Biochemical Engineering.
• Proven experience generating PFDs, P&IDs, process equipment data sheets as well as supporting calculations, studies and narratives.
• General knowledge of Pharma system design and applicable codes in process engineering.
• Has demonstrated strong time management skills and the ability to manage projects, problem solve and communicate effectively with co-workers.

About Us:

IPS, inclusive of its Enterprise entities, has over 3,500 professionals in over 45 offices across 17 countries in the Americas, Europe, Asia Pacific, Southeast Asia, Australia, and the Middle East. For further information, please visit www.ipsdb.com.

Specialties

Process Architecture, Process Design, Engineering, Construction, Commissioning, Qualification, LEAN Project Delivery, Strategic Master Planning, Energy Conservation Management, Project Controls, Program/Project Management, Operations/Logistics Strategy and Planning, EPCMV and Staffing Services.

IPS is proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.

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