Senior Project Engineer

Summary:
A Senior Project Engineer is required for a pharmaceutical company in South Tipperary. The incumbent will support GES capital projects on site. This will be a key role in the organization which is currently executing significant Sterile, Pharmaceutical and Chem API projects. The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate a proven track record to lead project delivery efforts and to influence others, be a convincing communicator with strong interpersonal skills and strategic and tactical thinking abilities. Have knowledge of Cleanroom/HVAC/E&I, equipment and utilities systems.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in the development of project plans and successfully execute them according to established schedule, cost and performance standards.
• Work closely with EPCM to effectively & efficiently progress the equipment design (dispensing & blending, roller compactor, compression, coating & cleaning).
• Manage design, construction, commissioning and qualification, schedule and cost in collaboration with other project team members, personnel, outside contractors and suppliers.
• Track and report progress as required against project deliverables.
• Ensure there is a strong safety culture and performance in the execution of capital projects.
• Monitor progress of project milestones with all team members and provide status reports that all project stakeholders are informed and consulted on key project activities, progress and decisions.
• Develop and maintain appropriate electronic and paper documentation & filing systems to ensure that all project documents are filed during project execution and safely archived following project completion.
• Ensures that good Engineering practices are utilised and aligned with customer’s needs from requirements gathering, through design and execution.
• Manage project changes and ensure all are captured, documented and assessed.
• Manage the execution of Commissioning & Qualification documentation.
• Manage a change control procedure to the assigned scope.
• Participate in EPCMv led HAZOP and design reviews as lead GES Representative, ensuring stakeholders inputs are coordinated and appropriate.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Must have as a minimum a 3rd level Degree in Engineering, preferably Chemical or Mechanical
• A minimum of 8 years of relevant experience in project management of capital projects in a high tech industry, preferably in Oral Solid Dosage.
• Preferable to have a qualification in project management – PMP or equivalent
• Understands the typical project life cycle from concept through to qualification and has proven experience in this area.
• Proven level of experience in delivering significant capital projects within the pharmaceutical sector.
• Familiar with engineering project management tools, financial management skills including an ability to work within budgets, and engineering technical skills.
• Proven knowledge, appreciation and experience of working in strongly regulated GMP environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills and an understanding of the customer/client relationship involved in projects.
• Demonstrated experience in leading projects from Design to Qualification.
• Ability to sequence critical activities in planning work for.
• Ability to coordinate activities to deliver projects to an aggressive schedule.
• Knowledge of clean room installation an Advantage.