You could be our new Business Development Manager for Life Sciences.

We have a unique opportunity in the history of NIRAS, starting a new business development in the Life Sciences industry from our office in Rosmalen, Netherlands.

What is important at NIRAS?

Personal development, deep knowledge, pleasure in our work and a sustainable mindset within the Life Sciences industry!

Our organization

Our organisation offers a personal working environment with manager and colleagues. We offer a broad and engaging range of international projects for major blue-chip clients.

What can you expect from us?

• 31 days annual leave, flexible working hours, 50/50 pension scheme, WGA insurance, travel expenses, bonus.
• A pleasant working atmosphere.
• A personal coach who supports you in your personal development.
• Career opportunities, with matching salary steps and budget for education and training.
• Working tools such as laptop, phone and accessories.

Are we a match?

Are you used to working with a diverse group of colleagues? Is your approach to work as a team working towards a group strategy for achievement of success? Do you like keeping yourself busy with the following tasks in the context of business development?

Role Summary:

Prospecting and identifying opportunities, and also defining the services of NIRAS, which internationally has made its mark on the field of facility and process design, and also the design of sustainable utilities.

In this role, you work together with an expert team of engineers and experts recruited specially for this industry. You contribute to the growth of this team, consisting of building, packaging and process engineers, and also 3D designers and project managers. Collaborating with your colleagues, mainly from Ireland and Denmark is crucial during this process. Where possible, you will be supported by your colleagues who work in the food industry.

What will you do?

• Participate in the preparation of a business plan including ambitious objectives.
• Carrying out market research and identify market needs related to our services.
• Building up strong customer relationships, acting as a trusted advisor and technical expert from NIRAS.
• Leading tender and quotation processes and drawing up extensive quotations and project plans in line with the required standards and (administrative processes) of NIRAS, with backup from Global Business Support.
• Collaborating with internal teams to improve service delivery and guarantee customer satisfaction.
• Following trends, regulations and technological developments within the Life Sciences.
• Delivering case studies, technical papers and marketing material supporting business development.
• Using your expertise when serving for customer projects and/or internal development.

What you bring to the role?

• Demonstrable (international) experience in sales or business development in the Life Sciences sector and thorough knowledge of engineering and design.
• Preferably you will have a relevant, technical background and/or training.
• Be proficient with the MS Office package (Word, Excel, Visio).
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills in both Dutch and English.
• Hold driving license B.
• Proactive, communicative, strong, organised, strategic, quality-oriented and flexible skills.

NIRAS is owned by a foundation that has the ambition, and invest in innovative solutions, and especially in the development of the company and its staff.

Let's challenge the status quo of the Life Sciences industry so that we can contribute to a more responsible and sustainable life.

Apply directly via the form on the link below or contact Sandra Miller-Pruijssers via e-mail samp@niras.com  or telephone +31653546914

Who We Are:

NIRAS Ireland specializes in design and delivery of process-driven projects. We provide Project Management, Engineering Design, Project and Managed Service resources to the advanced Process Manufacturing, Life Science, Food & Beverage sectors across Ireland and internationally.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Company Healthcare Plan.
• Company pension contributions.
• Company Shares Scheme.
• Cycle to Work Scheme.
• CPD Opportunities.
• This permanent position can be based in Dublin with the flexibility to balance work between remote and in the office.

Role Summary:

The Process Engineer will be responsible for design and development of solutions, across manufacturing processes, equipment, utilities and facility projects along with the PMO and design team. Ideally, the candidate will have 3-5 years of process design and operations experience across the Life Sciences sectors, including Pharmaceutical and Bio-Pharmaceutical.

Duties:

• Coordination of design with other design disciplines and equipment suppliers.
• Support the design, from Feasibility/ Concept design to Detailed Design, including PFD and P&ID development, process and equipment sizing, material and energy balances for the design throughout.
• Prepare process data sheets and/or sketches for all process equipment items, giving process and dimensional data if appropriate.
• Process data for Instrument data sheets, selection of instruments, Relief data sheets, line list and piping specifications.
• Identify electrical requirements for the related electrical loads.
• Prepare Technical Data Specifications (TDS) based on the equipment sizing, codes & standards as applicable.
• Participation in Technical and Safety reviews, HAZOP and FMEA facilitation.
• Assist in developing specifications including URS, FRS, control philosophy, FDS and other project and process documentation.
• Assist in developing schedules, timelines, resource and spending forecasting and reporting.
• Installation supervision and support during commissioning of the installed items/systems.
• Change control. QMS systems compliance.
• Perform calculations to facilitate the selection and specification of process and utilities equipment including:

-Line hydraulics (Sizing), Pump sizing & evaluations.

-Flow Orifice calculations

-Oxygen depletion calculations.

-Safety and emergency relief valve calcs and sizing

• Travel based on the project location.

Requirements:

• Bachelor Engineering (B.E. Hons. or higher) in Process/ Chemical Engineering or similar.
• At least 3+ years demonstrable experience within the life science industry.
• Experience withing the Chemical and Food and Beverage sector will be advantageous
• Knowledge on the HAC (Hazardous Area Classification) drawings and ATEX requirements, PED (Pressure Equipment Directive) guidelines.
• Knowledge of Codes & Standards of Process Equipment.
• Knowledge of cGMP, HACCP, ISPE, and ISO standards
• Be proficient in excel for the templates – Project/Process specific.
• Working knowledge of calculation software such as Pipe-Flo, AFT etc..
• Be energetic and dynamic with excellent people management, interpersonal and communication skills to operate within a project delivery environment.
• Ability to work on own initiative and leading and executing projects from inception to completion.

Who We Are:

NIRAS Ireland provides Project Management, Engineering Design, and Project resourcing services to the Pharmaceutical and Life Science Sectors. As a company we specialize in the design and delivery of process-driven projects across Ireland and internationally.

We are currently seeking a Project Engineer to join our client’s manufacturing based in co Mayo.

The Role:

The Project Engineer is responsible for safely coordinating and leading projects associated with New Product Introductions, Process Improvements, Automation, Aseptic processing, New Processing equipment with some Facility & Utilities modifications to incorporate same. The primary responsibility of the role is to ensure that Projects meet agreed targets on time and on budget. The Project Engineer will report directly to the Senior Manager of Aseptic Engineering, who will give advice and support to ensure the equipment, facility, utilities design and goals are achieved.

Core Duties:

• Safely coordinate and lead cross functional project teams for the delivery of processing equipment to the site based on planned timelines and scope. Processing equipment would include e.g., Autoclaves, RABS & Isolator Filling machines, LAF units, Compounding skids, Vessels, Containment booths & Stopper processing eq.
• Writing User Requirement Specifications.
• Selecting vendors and completing vendor evaluation matrix.
• Writing RCE's, placing orders, Project Management & Design review meetings.
• Working to the stablished standards and relevant guidelines etc.
• Coordination of processing equipment installation and services hook up, working with Equipment Vendors and Engineering personnel.
• Lead the Project Team participation in Factory Acceptance Testing program.
• Coordination of all equipment documentation requirements.
• Commissioning of equipment and engineering support during qualification.
• Work with the E&T Senior Manager & System Owner / Project Team.
• Handover training, coordination of O&M manuals, Spare parts, & PM schedules.
• Contribute to a team environment on specific technical problem-solving forums associated with Product manufacture & Aseptic fill.
• Deliver on Process improvement / cost reduction projects.
• Lead your regular weekly / bi-weekly Project review meetings with your Project team.
• Attend the weekly Tier 1 meeting with your manager.

Requirements:

• Third level qualification in an Engineering or equivalent discipline/experience.
• Minimum of 2 to 5 years’ experience of working in Biologics, Pharmaceuticals or Medical device industry. experience.
• Project Management experience with a proven record.
• Assured self-starter with proven Technical ability.
• Good communication and Interpersonal skills required to operate in a multi-function project team set up.
• Ability to work within a team using your own initiative to articulate and deliver specific functional requirements for all aspects of the project and work with members of various disciplines and functions across the project.
• Good team leading skills and ability to work closely with other areas/departments within an organization.

Compliance and Integrity

You will be responsible for conducting your activities on behalf of the company consistent with a high standard of business ethics and in compliance with the laws and regulations that govern our activities.