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Hovione

Design Engineer

OTHER•Lisbon

Summary

Location

Lisbon

Type

OTHER

Experience

2-5 years

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About this role

Join a Market Leader

Hovione is an independent family owned international group of companies. From the beginning, we have set ourselves above and apart through our innovative technological and productive capabilities, reaching a top spot in the world market as an integrated Contract Development and Manufacturing Company dedicated to helping Pharmaceutical Customers bring new and off-patent drugs to market.

 

Our people are the main asset for our continued success. Reaching over 1950 team members, from 36 different nationalities, that are located across Asia, Europe and North America (Portugal, US, Macao, Ireland, China, Hong Kong, Japan, India, and Switzerland), including 4 production sites.

 

Working at Hovione means reaching for innovation and excellence in everything we do: for our clients, our partners and, above all, our patients. That is why we are In it for life.

You will be responsible to:

  • Develop detailed civil engineering designs and plans for pharmaceutical facilities;

  • Conduct site assessments and feasibility studies for new construction projects;

  • Collaborate with architects, mechanical engineers, and other stakeholders to ensure integrated project delivery;

  • Prepare and review engineering specifications, drawings, and reports;

  • Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations and industry standards;

  • Manage project timelines, budgets, and resources effectively;

  • Oversee construction activities to ensure adherence to design specifications and safety standards;

  • Perform structural analysis and calculations to ensure the integrity and safety of designs;

  • Provide technical support and guidance to construction teams during project execution;

  • Conduct regular inspections and maintenance assessments of existing facilities

We are looking to recruit a Candidate:

  • University degree, or equivalent qualification, in Engineering;
  • Relevant experience in the execution of industrial projects in operational environments;
  • Experience in civil engineering, preferably in the pharmaceutical or related industry;
  • Proficiency in civil engineering software such as AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and Revit;
  • Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials, and legal regulations;
  • Excellent project management and organizational skills;
  • Competent (written and verbal) English;
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team environment.

 

Hovione is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer

 

Inclusion and diversity are key to us. At Hovione, that means a work environment where differences are valued, and everyone is treated with fairness and respect. We want all our team members worldwide to feel supported, respected, and have the opportunity to achieve their full potential, regardless of their age, gender, religion, disability, sexual orientation or ethnicity.

 

Notice to Agencies and Search Firms Representatives

Hovione does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies or search firms for this job posting. Any resumes submitted to Hovione by a third-party agency or search firm without a valid written and signed search agreement will become the sole property of Hovione. No fees will be paid if a candidate is hired for this position as a result of an unsolicited referral.

What you'll do

  • The Design Engineer will develop detailed civil engineering designs and plans for pharmaceutical facilities and conduct site assessments and feasibility studies for new construction projects. They will collaborate with various stakeholders to ensure integrated project delivery and oversee construction activities to ensure adherence to design specifications and safety standards.

About Hovione

Hovione is an international company with over 60 years of experience in pharmaceutical development and manufacturing operations. As a Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization (CDMO) with a fully integrated offering of services for drug substances, drug product intermediates and drug products. The company has four FDA inspected sites in the USA, Portugal, Ireland and China and development laboratories in Lisbon, Portugal and New Jersey, USA. Hovione provides pharmaceutical customers services for the development and compliant manufacture of innovative drugs, including highly potent compounds, and customized product solutions across the entire drug life cycle. In the inhalation area, Hovione offers a complete range of services, from API, formulation development and devices. Hovione´s culture is based on innovation, quality and dependability. Hovione was the first Chemical/ Pharmaceutical Company to become a Certified B Corp, is a member of Rx-360, EFCG and participates actively in industry quality improvement initiatives to lead new global industry standards.

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