Process Engineer
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Position Overview & Specifications
Summary of the Process Engineer role
As the Process Engineer you will work as part of the Project Engineering team reporting directly to the Lead Process Engineer.
You will carry out process engineering design, costing, procurement, installation, hand-over and commissioning of new capital/revenue projects and provide technical support to manufacturing facilities and new business development.
Your responsibilities
- Establishing design proposals within legislation, safety, quality and environmental standards.
- Taking full part in EHS studies and accident/incident investigations as appropriate.
- Conducting HAZOP studies as a team member or HAZOP study leader.
- Ensuring compliance with COMAH critical aspects of the Process Safety Management System and Major Accident Prevention Policy where relevant to your area of responsibility.
- Carrying out detailed process engineering design studies for capital/revenue projects and new product introduction.
- Developing project scope and detailed design specifications.
- Specifying and selecting new process equipment.
- Developing and agreeing control philosophy.
- Conducting feasibility studies to support product expansion and new business development.
- Supporting production in optimisation, operational troubleshooting and project commissioning.
- Conducting feasibility studies to support product expansion and new business development.
- Carrying out project management, project engineering, cost estimation and cost control activities on appropriate projects.
- Revising and preparing appropriate standards and procedures as required.
- Embodying our company values, which are: be reliable, be caring, be transparent and be willing.
Requirements for the role
- Must have a degree in Chemical Engineering or equivalent.
- Minimum 2 years’ experience in a similar role is essential.
- Good technical knowledge and application skills of batch chemical production.
- Have an understanding of quality requirements for pharmaceutical manufacture.
- Good organisation and management skills.
How you will be rewarded
We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package including bonus, pension scheme, private healthcare, Perkbox, cycle to work scheme, death in service coverage, on-site health and wellbeing support including medical consultations and physiotherapy, 24/7 employee assistance programme, employee referral scheme, sports and social club as well as opportunity for training and further career development.
Why consider Sterling?
Sterling Pharma Solutions is a global contract development and manufacturing organisation (CDMO) with more than 50 years’ experience in developing and manufacturing Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs). This is complemented by Antibody Drug Conjugate (ADC) research and development bioconjugation services.
We are a fast growing, dynamic business with facilities in the UK and the US, where we employ more than 800 talented and passionate people who support our customers in bringing new medicines to market, improving and saving the lives of patients.
Our culture and our way of working is what really sets us apart as a business; we aim to deliver an exceptional experience to our customers and our employees. You can expect to be part of a supportive team, all working towards a shared goal: to deliver first-class science and service to our customers every day.
How to apply
If you have the necessary skills and experience to join our team, please apply online. For any queries or should you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application please contact recruitment@sterlingpsl.com
Sterling Pharma Solutions is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, religion or belief.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £30,000.00-£50,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Canteen
- Company events
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
- Free flu jabs
- Free parking
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Private medical insurance
- Referral programme
- Relocation assistance
- Sick pay
- Store discount
- Wellness programme
Schedule:
- 12 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Overtime
Supplemental pay types:
- Bonus scheme
Work Location: One location
Reference ID: VN545
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Biotech & Pharmaceuticals
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Process Engineer roles across Sterling Pharma Solutions's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Biotech & Pharmaceuticals.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £30,000 - £50,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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