Plant Process Engineer

Plant Process Engineer – Contract (12 Months) Location: Neuchâtel, Switzerland

Hourly Rate: CHF 80–85

Sector: Pharmaceutical

Manufacturing

We are currently seeking an experienced Plant Process Engineer to support manufacturing and engineering operations at a leading pharmaceutical production site in Neuchâtel. This is a 12-month contract role, offering the opportunity to work in a fast-paced, GMP-regulated biotech environment with high technical exposure.

Role Overview As Plant Process Engineer, you will provide hands-on engineering expertise to support and continuously improve site operations, ensuring uninterrupted production while maintaining full compliance with cGxP, GMP, safety, and engineering standards. You will act as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for assigned bulk production installations and play a key role in investigations, optimisations, equipment upgrades, and site projects

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as primary technical SME for assigned production equipment and systems
• Provide engineering support for investigations, recurring issues, modifications, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Lead and/or support design, installation, commissioning, and qualification activities
• Ensure equipment and systems remain fit for use; proactively identify risks and improvement opportunities
• Coordinate and organise corrective actions, modifications, and upgrades
• Ensure compliance with cGMP, GEP, SUVA/ASIT, and internal engineering standards
• Support site and cross-functional projects of varying complexity
• Participate as system expert in internal and external audits
• Ensure all activities meet health, safety, and environmental requirements

Technical Scope:

You will work primarily within Bulk Production areas, supporting equipment and systems including:

• Bioreactors
• Chromatography systems
• Filtration systems (including UF/DF and filter testing)
• Process piping and instrumentation
• CIP and SIP systems
• Process vessels and storage tanks
• Autoclaves

Project-Specific Responsibilities (NFA Project):

• Support protocol execution and documentation review
• Manage and follow up on punch lists
• Troubleshoot technical and commissioning issues

Education & Experience:

• Engineering degree (BSc, MSc, or equivalent) in Biotechnology, Chemistry, Food Processing, or Mechanical Engineering
• 7+ years’ experience in Pharma/Biotech (Process Engineering, Plant Engineering, or Manufacturing)
• Strong experience with installation, commissioning, and validation of pharmaceutical process equipment
• Experience with automation systems (Siemens and/or Allen Bradley) is a strong advantage
• Maintenance and utilities experience is considered an asset

Knowledge & Skills:

• Strong knowledge of GEP, cGxP, FDA, ISPE, ASTM 2500, ASME BPE standards
• Fluent in English and French (spoken and written); German is a plus
• Strong problem-solving and technical learning capability
• Team-oriented, action-driven, and comfortable in a hands-on, fast-paced environment
• Proficient with MS Office and MS Project

What’s on Offer:

• Competitive CHF 80–85/hour contract rate
• 12-month contract with potential extension
• High-impact role within a regulated, cutting-edge biotech facility
• Dynamic, collaborative engineering environment

Please reach out to Adrien Guimard or Rob Angrave at CK QLS

for more information +41 (0) 444 990 468. Please note all applicants must have a valid Swiss work permit or hold EU citizenship.