Job Description

A great opportunity has arisen for a Project Engineer within our Dublin facility.

This position will be part of the Engineering Project team and will be accountable for providing oversight and governance on site for Capital Projects, including capital fund management, liaison with vendors, project timeline management. You will work cross-functionally with all Senior Leadership/engineering teams and the site EHS to ensure adherence to company specific and local regulations.

What you will do:

Bring energy, knowledge, innovation and leadership to carry out the following:

Manage and lead the delivery of capital projects across site, ensuring compliance in terms of life cycle management, documentation, adherence to spend and schedule and meeting all safety and EU regulatory requirementsOwn the end to end project lifecycle- preinitiation, concept, FEED, detail design, construction, C&Q and handover to site.Plan, execute and track the progress of projects through the design phases from inception to handover including leading the development of design and installation specifications along with commissioning plans, including site walks and system acceptance reviews.Generate and review project engineering deliverables such as technical specifications, procurement submittals and vendor turnover documentation.Put robust plans and strategies in place to manage the project lifespan.Communicate project issues and follow-up with the right skill sets to put best solutions in place on time and within budget.Manage vendors on site and ensure project works meet site permitting requirements - developing KPI’s and governance process for Project performance, report out and action tracking.Accountable for ensuring documentation hand over and project close out is completed in compliance with site governance processes.Ensures effective communication throughout project lifecycle by reporting to management on project activities, and KPIs including schedule and cost adherence.Identify Risks and Opportunities related to activities - work with Area Owners and SME's to develop contingency, remediation, modification, or replacement activities.Ensure that all asset changes and projects have the correct assessments to ensure compliance ahead of becoming operational, including MRO requirements, risk management and business continuity impact.Participate in, contribute to, and influence the development of the site long range capital plan.Maintain a thorough knowledge of project activities short and long-term business priorities and objectives through regular communication with other functions.

What skills you will need:

In order to excel in this role, you will need:

Engineering 3rd level qualification (Chemical, Process Engineering or equivalent).Minimum of 7 years project and/or operations experience within a process or biopharmaceutical cGMP regulated environment.Experience of bioprocessing equipment specification, commissioning, and operation.Project management qualification (desirable but not essential).Knowledge of Project and vendor management and Industry Best Practices.Demonstrated ability to work cross-functionally both at a site and global level.

As a company, we are committed to ‘Inventing for Life’ in all that we do. We keep the patient at the very heart of all that we do and strive to find solutions and treatments for some of the world’s most challenging healthcare needs. 

We are proud to be a company that embraces the value of bringing diverse, talented, and committed people together. The fastest way to breakthrough innovation is when diverse ideas come together in an inclusive environment.

 

So, if you are ready to:

Invent solutions to meet unmet healthcare needs, Impact the future by driving one of the world’s leading healthcare companies, and inspire your team to reach their full potential and push the boundaries of science and technology, please apply today.

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Employee Status:

Regular

Relocation:

VISA Sponsorship:

Travel Requirements:

Flexible Work Arrangements:

Hybrid

Shift:

Valid Driving License:

Hazardous Material(s):

Required Skills:

Adaptability, Adaptability, Analytical Instrumentation, Automation Systems, Bioprocessing, Business Continuity, Capital Projects, cGMP Compliance, Change Control Processes, Chemical Engineering, Chemical Technology, Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS), Data Analysis, Detail-Oriented, Electrical Systems, Maintenance Supervision, Mechanical Systems, Process Control, Process Design, Procurement Contracts, Project Management, Reaction Engineering, Regulatory Compliance, Requisition Management, Risk Management {+ 2 more}

 Preferred Skills:

Job Posting End Date:

07/23/2025

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Requisition ID:R355941