Project Engineer – Contract

Kinetic are working with a leading Pharmaceutical Manufacturing company who are hiring a Project Engineer for their team in Visp, Switzerland. This is a contract role for 6 months.

Please note that you must meet all the criteria set out below for your application to be considered. Suitable candidates will be contacted within 5 working days. If you are not contacted by us within that time, please consider your application unsuccessful on this occasion.

The main responsibilities will include but not limited to:

  • Develop engineering concepts and provide technical recommendations to support business decisions.
  • Manage project execution, ensuring delivery within agreed timelines, budgets and technical requirements.
  • Coordinate internal and external engineering resources for medium-sized projects.
  • Plan and deliver small to medium-sized investment projects supporting production and operational improvements.
  • Perform process engineering calculations and support plant optimisation initiatives.
  • Conduct feasibility studies for new installations and modifications to existing facilities, including cost estimates and project planning.
  • Support production adjustments, process improvements and new product launches.
  • Evaluate technical solutions and recommend improvements based on operational requirements.
  • Coordinate procurement and resource planning to ensure effective project delivery.

To be successful, you will need to meet the following:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Process Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Biochemical Engineering or a related technical discipline.
  • 3–10 years’ experience managing engineering projects within a GMP-regulated manufacturing environment.
  • Experience delivering projects ranging from CHF 10,000 to CHF 200,000.
  • Strong knowledge of engineering principles, process optimisation and project management.
  • Advanced written and spoken English and German skills.
  • Must be available to start a 6-month contract.

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