MSAT Engineer

PE Global is currently recruiting for an MSAT Engineer for a leading multi-national Pharma client based in Cork. This is a contract position. Role: Process Optimization and Monitoring: Perform laboratory scale experiments to support manufacturing non-conformances and lead continuous improvement projects (CIPs) including impurity purging capability, yield improvement, cycle time reduction and particle size distribution (PSD) optimisation. Serve as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for Process Analytical Technology (PAT) initiatives, including plant-based MID-IR and Lasentec (FBRM) technology for monitoring critical parameters. Mobilize cross-functional teams to deploy live Multivariate Analysis (MVA) models, facilitating continuous process improvement. Investigations and Innovation: Act as the Technical Process SME for Manufacturing Operations, providing expertise on investigations related to impurity deviations, low yields, emulsions, and PSD issues, while ensuring compliance with cGMP standards. Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including Regulatory Owners and Technical Owners, to support investigations, change controls, and CAPA development. Lead complex investigations with cross-functional teams, applying analytical and problem-solving skills to determine root causes, assess impacts, and implement process improvements. Requirements: PhD in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or related field. Minimum of 3 years of experience in a similar role within the pharmaceutical industry or equivalent. Experience in PAT techniques, MVA, and process optimization methodologies preferred. Strong understanding of cGMP regulations and experience in supporting investigations and regulatory audits. Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive process improvement initiatives. Demonstrated leadership abilities, including experience in project management and team coordination Interested candidates should submit an updated CV. Please click the link below to apply, or alternatively send an up to date CV to ***Please note our client cannot assist with any visa sponsorship and candidates must have the correct visa to live and work in Ireland*** Although it is not possible for us to respond to all applications, we at PE Global will do our upmost to give you feedback on your application. You have sent your Cv into us as a company and even though you have sent your CV to a particular position, we are making the reasonable assumption that you are active on the job market and as part of our normal recruitment service we will discuss other suitable positions with you. You are free to opt out of this so please specify in your application to us if you just want to be contacted in relation to a specific vacancy. Your Cv is sent to a central recruitment inbox which a number of people in the applicable PE Global division have access to and so this means that you might not be contacted by the named person in this advert. Skills: PAT techniques MVA process optimization