Senior/Principal Equipment Engineer - Spray Drying
5 days ago
Valencia
At a glance 📌 • Position: Senior/Principal Equipment Engineer - Spray Drying, • Location: Paterna, Valencia (on-site), • Experience: 10+ years in equipment engineering within regulated environments Want to know more? 👇 At Bionanopharma, we are looking for a Senior/Principal Equipment Engineer - Spray Drying to join our Operations team. This is a unique opportunity for a senior engineering professional to become the technical authority for spray drying systems, playing a key role in the design, qualification, implementation, and lifecycle support of critical equipment in a GMP-regulated environment. We are looking for a highly experienced equipment-focused engineer, ideally with a background in the pharmaceutical industry, who can lead with technical depth and strategic vision. In this role, you will take ownership of equipment architecture, component selection, mechanical and systems engineering, validation, and operational support, ensuring spray drying systems are compliant, scalable, and fully fit for purpose — from vendor design through to routine commercial manufacturing. If you are passionate about complex equipment, process reliability, compliance, and engineering excellence, this could be your next challenge. What are we looking for? 🔎 We are looking for a senior technical expert who can lead the development and continuous improvement of spray drying equipment across lab, pilot, and commercial scales. You will be instrumental in ensuring equipment performance, compliance, integration, and long-term reliability, while acting as a key technical partner for internal teams, suppliers, and engineering stakeholders. The challenge! 🚀 • Define and own the architecture of spray drying systems across laboratory, pilot, and commercial scales., • Lead the selection and specification of critical equipment components, including:, • Atomizers and nozzles, • Feed pumps, tubing, valves, and seals, • Drying chambers, cyclones, bag filters, and exhaust systems, • Powder collection, discharge, and containment hardware, • Evaluate materials of construction, such as stainless steel grades, elastomers, and coatings, ensuring GMP compliance, cleanability, chemical compatibility, and long-term durability., • Review and approve BOMs, P&IDs, mechanical drawings, and layout designs., • Lead or support mechanical design reviews, HAZOP studies, and equipment-focused risk assessments., • Define utilities and infrastructure requirements, including HVAC, compressed air, nitrogen, steam, CIP/SIP, and electrical systems., • Ensure robust integration of spray drying equipment with facility systems and containment solutions., • Support capital projects, equipment installation, and site acceptance activities., • Lead and/or approve qualification activities, including DQ, IQ, OQ, and PQ., • Define Critical Equipment Parameters (CEPs) and ensure full traceability to user requirements and risk assessments., • Ensure equipment design and operation meet GMP, data integrity, and regulatory expectations., • Support audits, inspections, and regulatory submissions related to equipment design and validation., • Act as the main technical interface with spray dryer manufacturers, component suppliers, engineering firms, and system integrators., • Lead FAT/SAT planning and execution, including protocol review and acceptance criteria definition., • Manage technical aspects of change controls, deviations, and CAPAs related to equipment., • Support procurement, installation, commissioning, and long-term equipment lifecycle management., • Provide advanced troubleshooting during GMP manufacturing campaigns., • Lead root cause investigations for equipment-related failures and performance issues., • Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on reliability, maintainability, and compliance., • Establish and maintain equipment standards, spare parts strategies, and preventive maintenance requirements. What do you need? 🤓 • MSc or PhD in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Pharmaceutical Engineering, or a related discipline., • 10+ years of experience in equipment engineering roles within regulated environments., • Proven leadership in:, • Spray drying equipment design and specification, • Component and part selection, • Equipment qualification and validation, • Experience working in GMP manufacturing environments will be considered a strong plus., • Fluent English and Spanish., • Deep understanding of:, • Spray dryer mechanical design and airflow systems, • Powder handling, containment, and clean-in-place (CIP), • Instrumentation, automation interfaces, and control systems from an equipment perspective, • Hands-on experience with commercial spray drying platforms and custom-built systems., • Working knowledge of GMP and ICH guidelines relevant to equipment will be considered an asset., • Strong problem-solving skills, organization, persistence, and autonomy., • Ability to work independently, prioritize effectively, and meet project timelines., • Strong self-motivation and the ability to motivate others., • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple competing priorities. Our benefits! 👏 • 📜 Permanent contract, • 🚀 The opportunity to make a real impact in a highly specialized and strategic engineering role, • 📈 Exposure to challenging projects linked to equipment design, scale-up, validation, and commercial manufacturing, • 🧪 A technically demanding and innovation-driven environment focused on quality and operational excellence What will the selection process look like? 🕵️ • Initial contact with the Talent Acquisition team., • Interviews with Talent Acquisition and the Hiring Manager., • A possible additional step to assess technical fit for the role., • Continuous communication throughout the process. 🔷Do you think this role is not for you? 🔷 Follow Bionanopharma on LinkedIn and stay tuned for future opportunities that may be the perfect fit for your profile. Equal Opportunity Commitment At Bionanopharma, we are committed to building an inclusive workplace based on equal opportunities and respect. All applications will be considered regardless of gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, ethnic or social origin, nationality, religion, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.