Job Description

Senior Engineer, Pharmaceutical Technical Operations (PTO) (Biotech)

THE OPPORTUNITY

Develop strategies that align with business imperatives

Based in Singapore, the regional hub for Asia Pacific (AP) and top-ranked biopharmaceutical company on the Straits Times and Statista’s list of Best Employers in Singapore for two consecutive years (2020, 2021).

Join the premier biopharmaceutical company that has been in Singapore for more than 25 years and in AP for over 60 years.

Our Engineers support internal and external manufacturing operations remain operational, continuously improve and innovate. With our extensive range of facilities and environments, our Engineers have opportunities across many diverse areas including Biological, Chemical, Automation, Capital Projects, Maintenance, Safety, Process Development, Technical Services, Utilities and Validation.
 

Reporting to the Associate Director of Engineering, the Senior Process Engineer will provide technical supply support on the commercialization and manufacture of all drug products either independently or with support (seeking support/ escalating efficiently where needed) from peers and line manager. They will support technical process activities for example, investigations, validation and qualification processes, risk assessments, process safety management activities.  They will also support continuous process improvement activities to enhance site performance metrics and contributes to the global company technical network to share site experiences/ knowledge and continuously expands on personal expertise.  They will support/lead the introduction of new products to the site.
 

What you will do

Critical Responsibilities but not limited to:

Supports or lead with guidance, new product introductions to the site by conducting process and equipment comparisons, new raw materials introduction, development studies, clinical supplies manufacturing, cleaning processes development/ validation and training of technicians as required. Authors protocols, reports and other associated documentation related to a new product introduction. Demonstrates strength in technical writing.

Is involved in/supports the design and execution of small/ full scale experiments using appropriate methodology and/or simulations for products/ processes to evaluate the impact of proposed changes to validated equipment/ processes.  Proactively identify solutions with support from seniors or direct supervisor to address issues that arose during experiment/evaluation.

Provides technical guidance in support of site and divisional capital projects and new facility start-up activities. Ensures that the process design is well thought-out and robust for routine manufacturing.

Provide technical input independently to the process design to ensure its fit for purpose for routine manufacturing. Responsible to transfer the knowledge of the project and facility to operations colleagues.

Provides support to product, equipment and manufacturing/cleaning processes in response to deviations/ product complaints/ adverse events to identify point of occurrence, root cause and corrective/ preventative actions.

Provides support for compliance activities such as audit and regulatory support.  Monitors and addresses potential regulatory risks during various phases of the lifecycle process as part of a team.

What you must have:

To be successful in this role, you will have:

Qualification:

Bachelors, Masters or Ph.D. degree in a technical field, including Chemical or Mechanical Engineering, Chemistry, Biological sciences or Pharmaceutical Sciences.

Experience:

3 to 5 years technical experience in pharmaceutical, oil and gas or semiconductor industries.

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT

Limitless opportunities across various areas in Manufacturing; well-structured career path 

A state-of-the-art facility that delivers solution to its customers world-wide

Highly engaging team that aims to innovate the future

Our Manufacturing & Supply Division is committed to be the most trusted supplier of biopharmaceuticals worldwide. Our facilities, along with our external contractors, suppliers, and partners, create an interdependent global manufacturing network that’s committed to delivering a high quality, reliable supply to customers and patients on time, every time.

What we look for…

Imagine getting up in the morning for a job as important as helping to save and improve lives around the world. Here, you have that opportunity. You can put your empathy, creativity, digital mastery, or scientific genius to work in collaboration with a diverse group of colleagues who pursue and bring hope to countless people who are battling some of the most challenging diseases of our time. Our team is constantly evolving, so if you are among the intellectually curious, join us—and start making your impact today.

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. We encourage our colleagues to respectfully challenge one another’s thinking and approach problems collectively. We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace.

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Employee Status:

Regular

Relocation:

VISA Sponsorship:

Travel Requirements:

Flexible Work Arrangements:

Not Applicable

Shift:

Valid Driving License:

Hazardous Material(s):

Required Skills:

Accountability, Accountability, Adaptability, Applied Mathematics, Biomedical Sciences, Capital Projects, Cell Culture Process Development, Construction Cost Estimating, Continual Improvement Process, Data Analysis, Engineering Standards, Estimation and Planning, Healthcare Innovation, Maintenance Supervision, Manufacturing Processes, Manufacturing Quality Control, Mechatronics, New Product Development, New Product Introduction Process, Process Improvements, Product Development, Product Formulation, Product Lifecycle, Risk Control Assessment, Safety Management {+ 2 more}

 Preferred Skills:

Job Posting End Date:

07/27/2025

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Requisition ID:R354857