Site Process Engineer - TEMPORARY (Parma, IT)

About us

Chiesi is an international research-focused biopharmaceutical group with 90 years’ experience, operating in more than 30 countries, with its Headquarter in Parma, Italy. More than 8,000 employees across the group are united by a singular purpose: promoting a healthier world for our people, patients, and the planet. This is what drives us as we research, develop, and market innovative drugs across our main therapeutic areas. Discover more here.

At Chiesi we are thinking generations ahead, driving sustainable innovation with purpose. This fosters a culture of reliability, transparency, and ethical behaviour at every level. As a Benefit Corporation and a certified B Corp, we have embedded sustainability in our bylaws and continuously measure our impact.

Diversity and inclusion are at the heart of who we are. We believe our differences make us stronger. We are a vibrant ecosystem of passionate, talented individuals united by strong values, each bringing unique perspectives that help us to continuously challenge the status quo for the better.

Global Technical Operations & Supply 

Global Technical Operations & Supply (Global TechOp&S) is Chiesi’s global manufacturing and supply area, responsible for ensuring consistent, outstanding quality, service and value across our end‑to‑end supply chain. Global TechOp&S oversees the entire lifecycle of the drug: from process optimization and industrialization, to manufacturing, engineering, quality oversight, and supply chain management. Throughout this journey, Operational Excellence drives continuous improvement. This end‑to‑end model is powered by our four manufacturing sites - Parma (IT), Blois (FR), Santana de Parnaíba (BR), and Nerviano (IT) - together with our Virtual Plant network of external partners.

This is what you will do

We are seeking a skilled Process Engineer to oversee and optimize pharmaceutical manufacturing processes. This role is responsible for ensuring process efficiency, robustness, and compliance with GMP and regulatory standards, while supporting production, technology transfer, and continuous improvement initiatives.

You will be responsible for

Managing and optimizing pharmaceutical manufacturing processes (drug substance and/or drug product)

Ensuring compliance with GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) and regulatory requirements (e.g., FDA, EMA, ICH)

Supporting process validation activities (IQ/OQ/PQ) and ongoing process verification (CPV)

Supporting technology transfer from development to manufacturing sites engineering point of view

Monitoring process performance using data analysis and implement improvements

Investigating deviations, non-conformances, and implement CAPA (Corrective and Preventive Actions)

Collaborating with cross-functional teams including Manufacturing, Quality Assurance, Validation, and HSE

Contributing to process risk assessments (e.g., FMEA) and control strategies

Supporting audits and regulatory inspections

Driving/Supporting continuous improvement initiatives

Ensuring proper documentation in line with GMP standards

You will need to have

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in chemical engineering, Pharmaceutical Engineering, or related field

At least 6 months of experience in manufacturing or process engineering

Strong problem-solving and organizational skills

We would prefer for you to have

Experience in pharmaceutical company and/or GMP environments

Experience with process validation and manufacturing support

Good understanding of data analysis and process monitoring tools

Familiarity with Process Analytical Technology (PAT) and Quality by Design (QbD)

Experience with digital systems (e.g., MES, SAP, LIMS)

Exposure to technology transfer projects

Key Skills

Process optimization and troubleshooting

Data analysis and statistical thinking

Regulatory compliance and documentation

Cross-functional collaboration

Time and project management

Communication and stakeholder management

Location

Parma

Compensation Range

The minimum salary for this role is € 39.760, aligned to our established salary framework. The final offer will reflect the candidate’s skills, experience, qualifications and internal equity considerations.

The package outlined above is based on the role being located in Italy. Where the role is offered in a different country, the applicable salary, bonus and benefits will be aligned to the relevant local market and internal frameworks.

In addition, we offer a comprehensive benefits package including   pension, private medical insurance, wellbeing programme, flexible benefits programme...

What we offer

No matter where your path starts at Chiesi, it leads to inspiring possibilities. Your future is our focus, and we are committed to nurturing your development in our dynamic, friendly environment with access to resources and training every step of the way.

We provide top-class benefits, including comprehensive healthcare programs, work-life balance initiatives, and robust relocation support. Our salary package is competitive, comprising a basic salary, performance bonuses, and benefits benchmarked against the external market. Additionally, we offer flexible working arrangements, remote work options, and tax assistance services for foreign colleagues, all designed to help you thrive.

Chiesi is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce at all levels of our business. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment based on attitude and merit, without regard to race, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, military status, gender identity or expression, or any other basis protected by applicable laws. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including hiring, transfer, promotion, compensation, eligibility for benefits, and termination.

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