Blackfield Associates

About the Company

Blackfield Associates works in partnership with our clients to identify and deliver the right staffing solution to support contract, permanent and managed work programmes.

Across the pharmaceutical, medical device, biotechnology and regulated manufacturing sector, we have the experience to provide services on a local or global scale, flexible to your organisation’s needs and time frames.

By investing the time to consult with our clients, we gain a complete understanding of your objectives and challenges, enabling us to ensure that the most appropriate solution is designed, implemented and delivered.

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Company Name

Blackfield Associates

Job Title

Process Engineer

Job Description

Job Title: Process Engineer Role Summary: Lead process design, review, and implementation for chemical API manufacturing, ensuring containment, safety, and regulatory compliance across all stages of development and production. Expectations: * 6‑month contract with strong potential for extension. * 4+ years of direct API process engineering experience. * Must have right to work in Northern Ireland. Key Responsibilities: * Conduct design reviews, PFD/P&ID creation, material/energy balances, and walkdowns. * Design and maintain containment systems (isolators, gloveboxes, flexible containment). * Lead process safety activities: HAZID, HAZOP, DSEAR, vent sizing. * Oversee C&Q: IQ/Q, protocol execution, ongoing verification. * Manage automation and control systems (DeltaV, regulated systems), including change control. Required Skills: * Expertise in chemical API processing, powder handling, mixing, isolation, drying. * Proficiency in process safety risk management (HAZID, HAZOP, DSEAR). * Knowledge of containment design and operation. * Strong understanding of equipment PFD/P&ID, material/energy balances, walkdowns. * Experience with C&Q IQ/Q, protocol execution. * Familiarity with DeltaV and regulated automation systems. Required Education & Certifications: * Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering or related discipline. * Right to work in Northern Ireland.

Northern ireland, United kingdom

On site

Junior

13-02-2026