Process Engineer | Oral Solid Dosage | Athlone We're currently recruiting for a Process Engineer to join a leading global pharmaceutical manufacturer based in Athlone.

This opportunity forms part of a significant programme involving the design, introduction, qualification and start-up of new Oral Solid Dosage (OSD) manufacturing processes and equipment.

Working within the Process Engineering team, the successful candidate will support project delivery from design and construction through commissioning, qualification, validation and operational readiness.
Duties

• Act as a Process and Equipment SME for assigned OSD manufacturing processes and equipment.
• Support equipment design reviews, construction, commissioning and GMP introduction activities.
• Participate in Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) and equipment qualification.
• Provide technical input across OSD processes including dispensing, blending, granulation, tableting and cleaning.
• Support operational readiness, technology transfer and process validation.
• Collaborate with equipment vendors, engineering partners and internal project teams.
• Develop and review engineering, project and operational documentation.
• Ensure activities comply with GMP, safety, quality and operational requirements.

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Science or a related discipline.
• Minimum 3 years' experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing, process engineering or equipment qualification.
• Experience working within a GMP-regulated manufacturing environment.
• Previous experience with OSD manufacturing processes and equipment is advantageous.
• Familiarity with FAT, SAT, commissioning, qualification or process validation activities.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively across multidisciplinary teams.
• Flexibility to work on-site in Athlone five days per week, with occasional travel to equipment suppliers or other facilities where required.