Bioprocess Engineering Manager

Job Description

An amazing opportunity has arisen for a Bioprocess Engineering Manager to join our high preforming MS&T team in our state-of-the-art, single use multiproduct facility in Dunboyne, Co. Meath.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Oversee and mentor a team of engineers and scientists within the MS&T department, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture.
• Responsible for leading key technology transfer activities in support of clinical and commercial new product introduction projects.
• Develop strategies for and support the execution of technology transfer, process, and cleaning validation programs in line with company, industry, and regulatory standards.
• Function as a process Subject Matter Expert in support of process investigations and provide guidance to team members.
• Utilize risk management techniques to assess strategies, prioritize activities, and initiatives.
• Lead significant business-critical projects on-site associated with new product introduction and site capability build.
• Support the coaching and professional development of other members of the MS&T team, ensuring continuous learning and skill enhancement.
• Responsible for the use of process engineering systems and approaches for equipment design, specification and performance, generation of technical reports, process modelling, risk management, and integration of process equipment systems.
• Drive the ongoing optimization of process equipment and development of future breakthrough business solutions.

Your profile:

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s Level 8 degree in a technical field (e.g., Engineering, Science, or equivalent), with experience in the biotechnology or pharmaceutical industry.
• Minimum of 6 years in a biologics drug substance environment.
• Technical expertise in biological drug substance upstream and/or downstream purification unit operations required.
• Experience in technology transfers for clinical or commercial biologics strongly desired.
• Experience with automated systems (PAS, MES) highly desired.
• Process validation and cleaning validation experience desired.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and know when to escalate for resolution.
• Flexible and self-motivated, with a proven ability to work cross-functionally to deliver technical solutions to issues.
• Ability to travel internationally as the role will have a minimal travel requirement (approx. <5% p.a.).

We keep the patient at the very heart of all that we do and strive to find solutions and treatments for some of the world’s most challenging healthcare needs. 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.

So, if you are ready to:

Invent solutions to meet unmet healthcare needs, Impact the future by driving one of the world’s leading healthcare companies, and inspire your team to reach their full potential and push the boundaries of science and technology, please apply today.

Required Skills:

Accountability, Biopharmaceutical Industry, Biotechnology, Data Analysis, Engineering Standards, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Equipment Maintenance, Leadership, Management Process, Manufacturing Process Improvements, New Product Introduction Process, People Leadership, Process Engineering, Process Improvements, Project Leadership, Quality Management Systems (QMS), Regulatory Compliance, Regulatory Requirements, Risk Management, Safety Standards, Strategic Planning, Strategic Thinking, Team Leadership, Technology Transfer

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Employee Status:

Regular

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Flexible Work Arrangements:

Not Applicable

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Job Posting End Date:

12/25/2025

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