Senior Project Engineer - Capital Projects

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

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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