Equipment Engineer

Project / Equipment Engineer - Biotech Plant - Dun Laoghaire, DublinOffice/Project Location:Dun Laoghaire, DublinEmployment Type: ContractWork Location:  HybridPay: €55 - €65 per hourExperience: 3+ years Visa: EU passport or Stamp 4 visa requiredOur client is a leading international Biotechnology company with a state of the art aseptic manufacturing facility in Dun Laoghaire, South Dublin. The plant is one of the most dynamic in Ireland and is currently undergoing rapid expansion and capital investment. This is an excellent opportunity to get experience into Ireland's leading aseptic manufacturing plant.The Project / Equipment Engineer reports to the Senior Manager for Strategic Engineering Projects and is responsible for scoping and executing technical projects supporting Drug Product manufacturing within Formulation, Component Preparation, Vial/Syringe Filling, Lyophilisation, Device Assembly, Inspection, Filter/Filter Integrity Testing areas. This includes qualification of new equipment and implementation of associated reliability and maintenance programs.Project management and execution of assigned projects including project prioritization, resources management, status management and external communication.Working with various stakeholders, to scope projects and ensure requirements are satisfied. Project input will span from concept, through design, construction, commissioning and operationCoordinating the introduction of new processes, equipment and materials including problem solving and troubleshooting equipment issues prior to qualification & start-upDevelopment and implementation of maintenance programs and spare parts inventory optimization with the introduction of new equipment.Ability to translate strategic/emerging technology solutions into pragmatic executable plansDevelopment and management of change controlsParticipate as a member of multidisciplinary site and multisite teamsDevelopment of detailed specifications, engineering documents, protocols and standard operating proceduresWork in a collaborative manner within the Process Teams structure and contributes to Root Cause Investigations and Cross Functional Investigations.Works in a collaborative manner with the System Owners, Maintenance Supervisors & Technicians, Capital Project Engineers and Vendors to perform equipment upgrade and/or retrofits.Perform all tasks with due care and attention ensuring compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices and company requirements, policies and proceduresSupport a safe working environment by complying with environmental health/safety practice, rules and regulationsTravel may be required to support execution of projectsRequirementsBachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical or Chemical) or Relevant ExperienceTypically, 3+ years engineering experience, preferably in the biotechnology industry / aseptic pharmaceutical environment or Automated Inspection and/or Automated Device Assembly,Proven project management experience.Strong mechanical capability with hands on experience in a technical role within a high-volume manufacturing environment, is advantageousDemonstrated experience in a GDP Compliant environment.Experience in MS Office, MS Project, Change Control & Document Management SystemsProven ability working cross functionally, delivering technical solutions and implementing improvements.Solid leadership skillset and experience working in a team environment, embracing an interdependent working culture that delivers resultsTechnical report writing and communication/presentation skillsData driven decision makerAbility to work to tight deadlines in a fast-moving environmentPackageContract role - Hourly rate €55 - €65 per hourMinimum 12 month contract with the possibility of an extension. These are projects that are going to run over for about the next two years.Onsite frequency: Primarily onsite with flexibility for some remote work.Travel may be required to support execution of projects