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Plant Process Engineer

Switzerland, Neuchâtel Contract work 80.00 - 85.00 CHF / Hour · Job Posted February 20, 2026
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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. 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

Job Responsibility

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

Requirements

  • 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
  • Strong knowledge of GEP, cGxP, FDA, ISPE, ASTM 2500, ASME BPE standards
  • Fluent in English and French (spoken and written)
  • 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

Nice to have

German is a plus

What we 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

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