Project Engineer

Occupli are delighted to exclusively partner with our client a Pharmaceutical Multinational.We are currently recruiting for a Project Engineer.Role: Project Engineer – C&Q (Commissioning & Qualification)Contract: 24 months (initial 12-month)Location: Eastern & Midland Region, Ireland (on-site)Role Summary:Serve as Occupli’s client-representative within the Global Engineering Team, providing project engineering support for commissioning and qualification of a drug substance / drug product manufacturing facility. You will help manage cross-functional teams to deliver key C&Q milestones.Key Responsibilities:Develop and maintain project schedules, work plans, and cost-tracking for equipment and capital.Coordinate across stakeholders including engineering, validation, quality, operations, and vendors.Lead installation, start-up, and testing through Operational Qualification (OQ).Support readiness for post-OQ phases (PQ, PPQ), ensuring design and validation deliverables reflect site and business requirements.Monitor project progress, costs, and risks; produce tiered status reporting.Engage with cross-functional experts, SMEs, and vendor partners to ensure alignment.Assist in regulatory and validation documentation, including CAPAs and risk assessments.Drive continuous improvement in C&Q execution and handover processes.Requirements:Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Process, Chemical, etc.).Minimum 6 years’ experience in a commissioning / qualification / validation role — ideally in a sterile or aseptic manufacturing environment.Experience writing and executing IQ/OQ (and preferably PQ) protocols.Strong project coordination, communication and stakeholder engagement skills.Demonstrated ability to collaborate cross-functionally and work as part of a team.Desirable (but not essential):Knowledge of GMP, risk-based validation (e.g. FMEA), and ISPE / GAMP frameworks.Experience with FAT / SAT, vendor management, and commissioning change control.Why Work With Us / Benefits:Work on a high-impact project in a leading pharmaceutical manufacturing facility.Be part of an international engineering team and contribute to critical qualification phases.Gain contract-based flexibility with the opportunity to make a measurable difference.Opportunity to deepen your expertise in pharma commissioning & validation.