Senior Process Engineer

About the role

Pfizer Singapore is recruiting a permanent Senior Process Engineer for the manufacturing site expansion of Pfizer Asia Manufacturing Pte Ltd (PAMPL) in Singapore. The engineer leads product manufacturing campaigns from the start of production and provides technical supervision on quality and EHS until the material is released. The role is senior, with expectations to coach junior engineers, manage complex manufacturing and operation issues and lead working teams on projects.

Key responsibilities

• Lead product manufacturing campaigns and supervise quality and EHS until release of the material.
• Develop manufacturing and operating instructions and standard operating procedures, and train process technicians.
• Maintain and troubleshoot the process control system recipes and models, and develop preventive measures for processing issues.
• Investigate and report quality and EHS issues found during manufacturing or batch record review, and ensure adherence to approved procedures and good data management (ALCOA).
• Monitor, identify and implement improvements in processes and equipment, and communicate process updates regularly to plant personnel.
• Own one or more equipment or GMP systems, present their overview with evidence of compliance to internal and external auditors, and drive solutions and continuous improvement.
• Update performance metrics for the process control team (e.g. API, MS, OQ, Leadership, Engineering), escalate issues and collaborate with cross-functional teams (operation, supply chain, quality, engineering, EHS, technical services) and with vendors and suppliers.
• Uphold Pfizer's code of conduct and values.

Required profile

• Degree in Engineering, preferably Chemical Engineering, or a science degree with a major in Chemistry.
• 2-3 years of experience in a relevant manufacturing environment (API).
• Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices and experience in a pharmaceutical environment.
• Experience in project-oriented administration, cost control or management.
• Nice to have: Master's degree, relevant pharmaceutical experience, and experience in automation including DeltaV and equipment validation.

Required skills

• Good Manufacturing Practices and ALCOA data integrity principles.
• Broad knowledge of theory and principles in a professional discipline, or advanced knowledge of specific technical practices.
• Strong technical, management and organizational skills, and good leadership and communication skills.
• Nice to have: knowledge of bacterial fermentation and purification processes.