Senior Project Engineer

Location: Loughborough (Fully On Site)

Salary: Circa -55,000

Are you ready to lead major engineering projects that make a real-world impact? A leading Contract Development and Manufacturing Organisation (CDMO) is seeking a Senior Project Engineer to deliver high-value, technically complex capital projects in a regulated pharmaceutical manufacturing environment.

This is an exciting opportunity to work on cutting-edge products in a GMP-compliant facility, with occasional travel to other UK or international sites as needed.

What you''ll be doing:

• Lead the full lifecycle of capital engineering projects - from scoping through commissioning and handover
• Manage validation and commissioning activities (e.g. FAT/SAT, URS, IQ/OQ)
• Build and coordinate cross-functional project teams
• Ensure full compliance with health, safety, quality, and regulatory requirements
• Oversee project budgets, schedules, vendor selection, and procurement strategies
• Engage stakeholders and support junior engineers across multiple sites

What we''re looking for:

• 5+ years of experience in engineering project delivery, including 3+ in a regulated industry (pharma, food, FMCG)
• Degree-qualified in Engineering; Chartered (CEng) or working towards it preferred
• Proven ability to lead capital projects within a manufacturing setting
• Strong understanding of engineering design, construction, procurement, and compliance standards
• Proficiency in project management tools (e.g. MS Project) and budget control
• Excellent communication, organisation, and problem-solving skills

What''s on offer:

• Join a mission-driven CDMO supporting life-saving pharmaceutical products
• Work in a collaborative, fast-paced, and supportive technical environment
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Genuine opportunities for growth, development, and global project exposure

Apply now to play a key role in shaping the future of pharmaceutical manufacturing - and accelerate your engineering career in a high-impact, regulated setting.

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