Process and Validation Engineer

About SHL Medical

SHL Medical is a world-leading provider in the design, development, and manufacturing of advanced self-injection devices. With a global team of 6,000 employees, we partner with leading pharmaceutical and biotech companies to deliver innovative autoinjectors, pen injectors, and other drug delivery systems that ensure effective treatment for patients. Headquartered in Switzerland since 2018, with key operations in Sweden, Taiwan, and the US, we are united by a commitment to innovation, impact, and growth. Together, we empower our people to develop solutions that make a meaningful difference in the lives of millions of patients while fostering a supportive, inclusive, and dynamic workplace for our colleagues.

Job Overview

This role is embedded in the Operations Engineering Team within our Global Operations Engineering Department at our new state-of-the-art device manufacturing facility and HQ in Zug, Switzerland. This role serves at the intersection between process engineering and validation with the candidate expected to understand and support onsite validation activities, as well as serving as a process SME, driving improvements and supporting investigations and troubleshooting.

Main Responsibilities

• Act as a process SME, leading and supporting process introduction, development, troubleshooting, and improvement initiatives at the site
• Lead and support acceptance and CQV activities (commissioning, qualification, and validation) for production equipment and processes, including developing/authoring compliant validation plans and protocols, as well as supporting the associated change control processes
• Collaborate internally and across departments to drive improvements to SHL’s production equipment and associated processes
• Work with the broader validation team, including global colleagues, to drive efficiency, simplicity, and robustness in validation process updates
• Provide input and make updates to validation-related SOPs, work instructions, and guidelines to improve the overall validation lifecycle
• Work with fellow engineers to drive and support root cause analysis, NCMR investigation, and CAPA planning
• Provide support for internal and external audits and investigations both through validation documentation ownership, as well as technical SME input
• Remaining up-to-date and ensuring compliance with current industry trends as well as Quality Systems, ISO13485, cGMP and other relevant regulatory protocols
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

• Minium of 3 years of relevant experience as a Process Engineer and/or Validation Engineer, preferably in in the medical device industry
• Experience as a process SME in high-volume production settings (e.g. injection molding, packaging/printing, metal forming)
• Demonstrated knowledge of regulations and standards that apply to the medical device industry (cGMP, ISO13485, CFR 820, etc.)
• Understanding of the application of quality systems to the medical device industry
• Statistical analysis knowledge, including an understanding of how to execute and interpret Design of Experiments (DOE)
• Knowledge of common problem-solving and Root Cause Analysis (RCA) methodologies. Six Sigma certification is a plus
• Fluency in English & German, both written and spoken, is required

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to perform multiple tasks and prioritize workload.
• Effective analytical, technical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent intercultural and interdisciplinary communication skills
• Ability to work independent with strong attention to detail and focus on efficiency, effectiveness and cost
• Passionate & committed self-starter with “can do” attitude, team player and taking responsibility to get the job done
• Fluency in Mandarin, both written and spoken, is preferred.

We Offer

• Challenging assignments in a fast-growing and innovative industry.
• A multicultural team and modern working environment with state-of-the-art facilities and technologies.
• A place where we take pride in the inclusive and collaborative environment we have built - one where a true sense of belonging fosters meaningful exchange and shared growth.
• Various opportunities for personal and professional development within a global organization.
• Flexible hours and hybrid working policy.

Interested in joining SHL Medical and in supporting us with your expertise and personality? Then we look forward to receiving your application to our Talent Acquisition Department.
For more information on SHL Medical, please visit: shl-medical.com/careers

Please note: We do not accept applications from recruitment agencies for this position.