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Bachem

Senior Commissioning & Qualification Engineer

Bachem

. Lead C&Q activities within multidisciplinary large capital projects .

Posted 9/24/2026full-timeSisslerfeld • SwitzerlandSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in C&Q activities within large capital projects, with a strong focus on compliance with global regulations and project management. Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams, manage budgets, and drive change in the pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical sectors.

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C&Q ExpertiseProject ManagementGMP ComplianceInternational CAPEX ProjectsCommunication Skills

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Hard Skills
C&Q ActivitiesProject ManagementRisk ManagementBudget ManagementExecution StrategiesTender Document PreparationSupplier EvaluationTechnical ReviewsLean MethodsAgile Methods
Soft Skills
Leadership SkillsAnalytical ThinkingCollaboration SkillsCreative ThinkingCommunication Skills
Tools & Technologies
KNEAT GxAutomation SystemsDigital ProcessesPQS/EM Compliance
Industry Keywords
Pharmaceutical IndustryBiopharmaceutical IndustryGMPNon-GMPIntegrated Commissioning & QualificationFDA RegulationsEMA RegulationsICH GuidelinesBiologicsDrug Substance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Lead C&Q activities within multidisciplinary large capital projects
  • Coordinate and manage C&Q-related deviations and changes within defined timelines and quality standards
  • Manage budget, schedule, prioritization, resources, and quality of C&Q execution
  • Analyze options, plan execution strategies, and develop detailed C&Q schedules
  • Prepare tender documents, support procurement processes, and estimate costs
  • Ensure smooth handover to Operations and Quality
  • Manage risks and derive proactive measures for deviations
  • Manage and onboard C&Q teams, including external partners
  • Train C&Q teams and ensure adherence to internal standards
  • Communicate clearly and appropriately with stakeholders
  • Collaborate with global sites to harmonize C&Q standards and digital processes
  • Support supplier evaluation and coach local SMEs
  • Promote lean and agile methods in engineering and C&Q
  • Perform technical reviews in CAPEX projects
  • Participate in or lead international GMP engineering, C&Q, and global initiative teams

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Completed degree in engineering, natural sciences, or a related field
  • At least 10 years of professional experience in the pharmaceutical or biopharmaceutical industry
  • Proven experience in international CAPEX projects (medium to large scale, complex requirements)
  • Extensive C&Q expertise in biologics/drug substance, drug product, small molecules, packaging, warehousing, GMP and non-GMP infrastructure, automation systems, and new technologies
  • Strong knowledge of global regulations (FDA, EMA, ICH, ISPE Integrated Commissioning & Qualification, etc.)
  • Ideally experience with KNEAT Gx
  • Deep understanding of project management, PQS/EM compliance, and interfaces with Quality
  • Excellent communication, collaboration, and leadership skills
  • Analytical thinking and financial acumen
  • Willingness to drive change, creative thinking, and ability to support organizations through transformation
  • Confident working style in global, culturally diverse teams

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Exciting and challenging role in a dynamic and rapidly growing environment
  • Opportunity to make a lasting contribution to the company and the region
  • Diverse, multicultural team
  • Equal opportunity workplace welcoming candidates regardless of age, gender, background, religion, or sexual orientation