Installation and Commissioning Engineer

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.

• Oversee and manage the entire installation process, from initial contracting to final supervision handover to user area;
• Coordinate with subcontractors to ensure timely and efficient project completion, ensuring they receive the adequate documentation and training to perform the work correctly, according to legislation and Hovione guidelines;
• Develop and maintain project schedules, ensuring all milestones are met;
• Guarantee the compliance to safety and legal rules, coaching all resources involved and liaise with authorities whenever necessary;
• To guarantee the necessary resources, internal and/or external, to meet project plans and to deliver the expected quality on time and on budget;
• To provide technical guidance and be capable of finding solutions for unexpected challenges during the construction without compromising the design concept and the process functionality, quality and systems;
• Review and approve technical drawings, specifications, and plans;
• Troubleshoot and resolve any issues that arise during the installation process;
• Prepare and present regular progress reports to senior management; Report and escalate promptly any relevant deviations;
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure seamless integration of systems and processes.

• Master’s University degree Bachelor’s degree in engineering, preferably in Mechanical, Electrical or a related field;
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in installation engineering, preferably in the pharmaceutical industry;
• Proven experience in managing subcontractors and overseeing large-scale construction projects;
• Strong knowledge of industry regulations and safety standards;
• Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills;
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills;
• Certification as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in relevant engineering disciplines is highly desirable;
• Spoken and written English.

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.

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