Job Description

STADA UK Thornton & Ross - Senior Project Engineer

Huddersfield | United Kingdom (GB) | Full-time | Permanent

The Senior Project Engineer is responsible for leading capital projects that enhance the performance, safety, and efficiency of the manufacturing site and its equipment. This role combines technical expertise, project management, and continuous improvement to ensure operations are aligned with business goals and regulatory standards.

How You Will Make An Impact

Lead and manage capital projects focused on equipment, service, and infrastructure upgrades or renewals. Develop comprehensive financial justifications and detailed project plans, including scopes of work for accurate cost estimation. Deliver project milestones on time and within budget while ensuring robust documentation and training support. Oversee contractor work and on-site activities throughout all stages of the project lifecycle. Ensure adoption of new and emerging technologies to maximize manufacturing efficiency and innovation. Support equipment optimization to meet GMP standards and promote consistent, safe, and efficient operations. Collaborate with Production Engineering to troubleshoot and resolve equipment-related issues. Drive and implement improvements in equipment performance, ensuring compliance with safety and operational standards. Maintain proper risk assessments and certifications (e.g., CE) for all production machinery. Train Operators and Engineers to address recurring equipment and setup issues effectively.

What We Are Looking For

You hold a degree (or equivalent) in an engineering discipline At least 5+ years of experience leading complex engineering projects with a successful delivery track record within the pharmaceutical industry You bring significant knowledge of Design and Construction projects, including GMP facility design and GxP process equipment, utilities, etc. Proven experience in line management and leading multidisciplinary teams Strong technical knowledge of electrical, mechanical, and process systems Preferably you have an official Project Management Qualification (e.g., APM PMQ or equivalent) Strong Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) knowledge and focus (NEBOSH)

How We Care For You

At Thornton & Ross our purpose "Caring for people's health as a trusted partner" motivates us every day. And what would be a better place than starting with our own employees. Which is why we give much in return:

Competitive salary and annual bonus scheme Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme offering 8% employer contribution rates. 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays with the potential to buy up to 5 additional days. On-site subsidised canteen. Health benefits provided through our Medicash Healthcare Cash Plan. Free winter flu jab. Wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Programme and KYAN Wellbeing - offering free coaching and counselling services for you and your family. Electric Car Scheme through Octopus Energy, plus free on-site EV charging. Cycle to Work Scheme. Enhanced Family Leave. Plus, many more employee benefits & celebration events.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 45,000.00-55,000.00 per year

Additional pay:

Performance bonus
Benefits:

Canteen Company events Company pension Cycle to work scheme Free flu jabs Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking Referral programme
Schedule:

Day shift Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:

Huddersfield HD7 6DU: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Work authorisation:

Vereinigtes Konigreich (required)
Work Location: In person

Reference ID: 12315