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Principal Consultant at Mane Contract Services, recruiting top talent across Data Centre, Pharmaceutical & Life Sciences sectors in Europe…

Project Location: UK Wide

Project Type: Pharmaceutical/Life Sciences

Key Responsibilities

• Develop Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs), Material & Energy Balances, and perform process simulations.
• Design and specify process systems, utilities, and associated equipment.
• Prepare detailed P&IDs for both process and critical utility systems.
• Define process control strategies, including CIP/SIP integration and automation requirements.
• Conduct feasibility studies, technology assessments, and process optimisation initiatives.
• Develop specifications and datasheets for process equipment, heat exchangers, reactors, filtration systems, and instrumentation.
• Manage vendor technical submittals, fabrication oversight, FATs, and commissioning support.
• Apply cGMP, GAMP, ATEX, COSHH, and relevant EU/ISO chemical engineering standards.
• Lead and participate in HAZOP, LOPA, and risk assessments to ensure safety and environmental compliance.
• Lead chemical engineering scope for projects over €100M, ensuring integration across multidisciplinary teams.
• Provide technical leadership to junior engineers and mentor team members.
• Interface with clients, support proposals, and contribute to project planning and execution strategies.
• Drive process efficiency improvements using LEAN principles.
• Support the development of internal design standards, tools, and knowledge sharing initiatives.
• Visit client sites, fabrication shops, and construction or commissioning locations as required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering.
• 10+ years in chemical process engineering within pharmaceuticals, biotech, or high-spec chemical industries.
• Proven track record delivering engineering scope for projects exceeding €100 million.
• Proficiency in process simulation tools, AutoCAD, and smart P&ID software.
• Strong understanding of thermodynamics, heat and mass transfer, fluid mechanics, and chemical reaction engineering.
• Detailed knowledge of cGMP, GAMP, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and leadership abilities.
• Strong client relationship management skills and the ability to work within multi-disciplinary teams.

Senioriry level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Industries

• Engineering Services, Chemical Manufacturing, and Pharmaceutical Manufacturing