Process Development Engineer

About the Role

Our client is looking for a skilled Process Development Engineer to join their manufacturing operations based in Stoke-on-Trent . This role is central to optimizing and scaling up pharmaceutical manufacturing processes. You will be responsible for designing, troubleshooting, and improving production methods to ensure efficiency, quality, and safety. Working on-site, you will collaborate closely with production teams, quality control, and R&D to implement innovative solutions and maintain high operational standards. This is a hands-on role for an engineer passionate about bringing pharmaceutical products to life through robust and efficient manufacturing.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, scale-up, and optimize manufacturing processes for pharmaceutical products according to cGMP standards.
• Design and conduct experiments to evaluate new technologies and process improvements.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to manufacturing processes, equipment, and materials.
• Prepare process validation protocols and reports, ensuring regulatory compliance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including R&D, QA, and Production to ensure successful technology transfer.
• Maintain detailed documentation of process development activities, results, and recommendations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in process development within the pharmaceutical or related industry.
• Strong understanding of GMP, process validation, and scale-up principles.
• Experience with process modeling and simulation software is a plus.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and strong communication skills for on-site collaboration.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and annual bonus.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Company pension scheme and life assurance.
• Generous holiday allowance.
• On-site training and development opportunities.