Antal International is a Multinational Headhunting Company with more than 140 offices in 40 countries.
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Life Science is a Team specialized in profiles with a Scientific and Engineering background in Manufacturing, Production, Engineering, SCM, Research and Development, Medical, Quality and Technical-Commercial in Pharmaceutical, Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Biotech, Chemical, Cosmetic, Medical, Diagnostic, Plastic Rubber, Food sectors.
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The Company
\nLeading Company in the APIs sector
The Role
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- Lead and deliver engineering projects, ensuring delivery in line with schedule and budget, and in compliance with HSE and GMP standards;
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- Collaborate with Engineering and Maintenance teams, supporting troubleshooting, optimization, and implementation of plant modifications or new technologies;
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- Define the engineering investment plan, ensuring alignment with business priorities;
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- Perform and review feasibility studies, supporting concept selection and ensuring fit-for-purpose and cost-effective design solutions;
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- Promote and apply Lean CapEx and Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) principles, ensuring right-sized design, cost-effective solutions, and long-term sustainability of investments;
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- Oversee all project execution phases, managing contractors, suppliers, and internal stakeholders;
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- Collaborate with Production, QA, and HSE during commissioning and start-up phases to guarantee smooth ramp-up and compliance;
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- Ensure compliance to GMP, HSE, and engineering standards (including ATEX, FAT/SAT, validation requirements);
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- Lead a team of Project Engineers, fostering alignment, accountability, and technical growth.
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Requirements
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- Degree in Engineering (Chemical Engineering strongly preferred);
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- 8–12 years of experience in engineering roles within API, pharmaceutical, or fine chemical industries;
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- Proven experience in industrial project execution (CapEx projects, revamping, new installations);
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- Strong knowledge of:
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- Chemical plant design and operations, including main unit operations and industrial equipment (reactors, centrifuges, dryers, filtration systems);
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- Utilities systems (HVAC, clean utilities, process utilities);
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- P&IDs; and process engineering fundamentals;
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- Good understanding of:
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- Process safety and containment principles (including handling of hazardous and highpotency substances);
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- Automation and instrumentation systems;
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- Familiarity with:
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- Engineering project lifecycle (URS, FAT, SAT, commissioning and startup);
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- Regulated industrial environments (e.g., GMP, ISO or equivalent frameworks);
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- Experience in budget management and cost control;
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- Ability to deliver projects with discipline and ownership;
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- Strong field presence and ability to drive implementation directly on site;
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- Ability to identify practical and effective solutions;
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- Effective interaction with Operations, QA, HSE, and external partners;
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- Ability to balance technical robustness with timing and cost constraints.
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Nice to have
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- Experience in CDMO environment;
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- Familiarity with Lean CapEx/TCO approaches.
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\nPlease send your CV to: lcarbone@antal.com