Job Description

Join a Market Leader

At Hovione, we help partners turn scientific innovation into medicines that reach patients around the world. For more than 65 years, we have connected science and technology to scale complex ideas into high-quality and innovative solutions that truly make a difference.

As an international Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization (CDMO), we support the development and manufacture of drug substances, intermediates and drug products across the full life cycle. We are globally recognized for our leadership in specialized technologies such as Spray Drying and Continuous Tableting. But what truly sets us apart is not just what we do — it is how we do it: with purpose, care, collaboration and a deep commitment to doing the right things right.

Our people are the reason for our success. We are a global and diverse team of more than 2,600 team members across Europe, the USA and Asia, bringing together different experiences and perspectives to help our partners to overcome complex challenges. We believe that an inclusive environment — where everyone, regardless of background, identity or ability, is respected, heard and empowered to contribute — is essential to drive innovation, ensure quality, and secure long‑term sustainable success.

And as we grow, so do the opportunities for our people to develop, broaden their perspectives and build meaningful careers. Because at Hovione, better starts with those who choose to make a difference every day. Will you be one of them?

You will be responsible to:

We are looking for an Engineer to support the design and execution of engineering projects, ensuring delivery on time, within budget, and in compliance with GMP and company standards.

• Define and contribute to User Requirement Specifications (URS), translating process and operational needs into technical requirements (incl. ergonomics, operability, and maintainability)
• Develop engineering solutions across conceptual, basic and detailed design phases, ensuring alignment with process requirements, GMP and regulatory standards
• Produce and review key engineering deliverables (P&IDs, layouts, URS, specifications, datasheets, technical reports)
• Lead/support technical evaluations during procurement processes (bid analysis, vendor selection, technical clarifications, FAT/SAT follow-up)
• Ensure completeness and technical robustness of project documentation to support competitive tendering processes
• Develop and control project budgets, CAPEX estimates, and execution schedules, ensuring cost and timeline adherence
• Define and standardize engineering solutions based on best available technologies and lifecycle cost optimization
• Oversee construction, installation, commissioning and qualification (IQ/OQ support) activities, ensuring compliance with design intent and GMP requirements
• Interface with multidisciplinary teams (process, utilities, automation, QA, production) to integrate engineering solutions into the final system design
• Identify, analyse and resolve technical deviations, risks and project constraints during execution phase
• Ensure execution activities comply with safety, environmental and regulatory requirements (EHS, GMP, internal SOPs/COPs)
• Support audits and inspections by providing technical documentation and justification of engineering decisions
• Collect and analyse operational data, user feedback and lessons learned to drive continuous improvement and future design optimization
• Propose and implement technical improvements (process optimisation, new technologies, CAPEX efficiency)
• Provide technical guidance and act as a knowledge resource for junior engineers

We are looking to recruit a Candidate:

• Degree in Engineering (Chemical, Mechanical, Industrial or related field) — mandatory
• Relevant experience in the execution of industrial engineering projects in operational/production environments
• Exposure to project lifecycle activities (design, procurement, construction, commissioning)
• Experience working in GMP environments (preferential)
• Knowledge of HSE practices and requirements applicable to industrial projects (preferential)
• Solid understanding of industrial project execution and engineering fundamentals
• Ability to interpret and develop technical documentation (e.g. P&IDs, layouts, specifications, reports)
• Experience with design tools (e.g. AutoCAD or equivalent)
• Knowledge of cGMP, GEP and applicable regulatory/legal requirements
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills applied to technical contexts
• Good command of English (written and spoken)
• Proficient in MS Office tools

Hovione is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer

Inclusion and diversity are key to us. We are committed to creating an inclusive recruitment experience and welcome applications from all qualified candidates. If you require any reasonable accommodation or support during the application or interview process, please contact us, and we will be happy to assist.

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