Senior Process Engineer

Senior Process Engineer – Global Biopharmaceutical Manufacturer

Location: Hertfordshire, UK

Employment Type: Full-time | Permanent

Blackfield Associates is proud to partner with a global biopharmaceutical manufacturer in the search for a highly skilled and motivated Senior Process Engineer to join their established Process Engineering team at their manufacturing facility in Hertfordshire.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced and passionate Chemical Engineer to play a pivotal role in advancing critical manufacturing processes within a dynamic, innovation-driven environment.

About the Role

As a Senior Process Engineer, you will take the lead on a variety of cross-functional, high-impact projects that are essential to the company’s operational and strategic objectives. These projects include but are not limited to:

• Technology Transfer of new products into manufacturing
• Scale-Up of processes from laboratory to production scale
• Equipment and Utility Enhancements to improve efficiency, safety, and compliance
• Capital Projects, from concept design through to implementation and validation

Working alongside a multidisciplinary team, you will be responsible for providing technical leadership, problem-solving expertise, and process optimisation insights to support both routine operations and strategic growth initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as a subject matter expert (SME) in process engineering across multiple projects.
• Lead root cause analysis, risk assessments (e.g., HAZOP), and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including manufacturing, quality, validation, and R&D.
• Author and review technical documentation including protocols, reports, and engineering studies.
• Support the commissioning and qualification of new equipment and utilities.

Candidate Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree (BEng) in Chemical Engineering is essential.
• Chartered status with the IChemE is highly desirable, though not mandatory.
• Demonstrated experience in a regulated manufacturing environment (pharmaceuticals, biotech, or similar) is strongly preferred.
• Proven track record of delivering results in complex, cross-functional engineering projects.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.

Why Join?

• Be part of a global leader driving advancements in biopharmaceutical development and manufacturing.
• Enjoy a collaborative and forward-thinking work culture that values innovation and continuous improvement.
• Work on high-profile, technically rewarding projects that have a real impact on patient health and wellbeing.
• Competitive salary and benefits package, along with opportunities for professional development and career progression.