Job description:

As a Plant Engineer, you will provide engineering expertise to support and continuously improve site operations, ensuring reliable and compliant production in line with cGxP standards. You will play a key role in maintaining and optimizing facilities and utilities systems while supporting cross-functional projects across the site.

In this role, you will directly contribute to the reliability, safety, and performance of a highly regulated production environment, ensuring continuous operations and supporting the delivery of high-quality products to patients.

• Act as Subject Matter Expert (SME) for assigned facilities and utilities systems, serving as the main technical contact
• Provide expertise across building systems, HVAC, black utilities (e.g. chillers, boilers), clean utilities, and chemical storage & distribution
• Support and lead investigations, troubleshooting, and resolution of recurring technical issues
• Drive continuous improvement, optimization, and modification of equipment and installations
• Contribute to the design, installation, commissioning, and qualification (IQ/OQ/PQ) of systems and upgrades
• Ensure equipment and systems remain fit for use, proactively identifying risks and implementing corrective actions
• Coordinate and execute maintenance improvements, upgrades, and engineering changes
• Ensure full compliance with cGMP, GEP, safety, and industry standards (e.g. SUVA/ASIT)
• Develop and implement engineering procedures and best practices
• Support the execution of site, divisional, and corporate standards and processes
• Participate in internal and external audits as a technical expert
• Contribute to engineering projects of varying complexity across site operations

About the customer:

A leading global biopharmaceutical company focused on developing and delivering innovative therapies for patients worldwide, with a strong presence in advanced biologics manufacturing and a commitment to high-quality standards and continuous improvement.

Requirements:

• Degree in Engineering (BSc/MSc or equivalent), preferably in Biotechnology, Chemistry, Food Processing, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field
• Minimum 5 years of experience in the pharma or biotech industry, within process, plant, or engineering environments
• Proven experience in the installation, commissioning, and validation of pharmaceutical facilities, with a strong focus on Facilities & Utilities
• Experience in maintenance and utilities systems is a strong advantage
• Proficient in MS Office and MS Project
• Solid knowledge of Good Engineering Practices (GEP), cGxP, FDA, ISPE, ASTM E2500 and ASME/BPE standards
• Strong problem-solving skills with a hands-on, solution-oriented mindset
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, highly regulated environment
• Team-oriented, proactive, and action-driven approach
• Eagerness to continuously learn and develop technical expertise
• Willingness to be hands-on and close to operations
• Fluent in French and English (spoken and written); German is a plus