Title: Project Engineer (m/f/d)

Requisition ID: 74491

Date: Jun 1, 2026

Location:

Eschweiler, NW, DE

Department: Engineering

Description:

At West, we’re a dedicated team that is connected by a purpose to improve patient lives that has been at the center of our Company for more than a century. Our story began when Herman O. West solved the problem of supplying penicillin in mass quantities to the US Government during World War 2. Through our work to deliver thousands of life-saving and life-enhancing injectable medicines to millions of patients daily, West’s indelible mark on the healthcare industry has just begun. A name started our story. How will yours help write our future?

There’s no better place to join an inclusive community of professionals with opportunities for lifelong learning, growth and development. Supported by benefit programs, we empower the physical, mental, emotional and financial health of our team members and their families.

We believe in giving back to help those in need in the communities where we live and work. And are equally committed to creating a healthier environment and planet through our sustainability efforts.

Contract Details: fulltime, permanent

To be filled: asap

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

GMP-compliant execution of technical plant projects at the Eschweiler site
Reading and preparation of technical drawings within projects
Management, monitoring, and documentation of the budget for assigned projects
Providing technical expertise for production facility projects, including the modification and/or upgrade of existing machines and equipment
Execution of machine acceptance tests (FAT), including safety acceptance at the supplier’s site
Preparation of risk assessments (FMEA), LoTo procedures, and general risk evaluations
Preparation of requirement specifications and participation in technical meetings with suppliers or global team colleagues
Approval of processes, machines, and procedures in accordance with the defined release procedures
Detailed scheduling for projects executed during summer or winter shutdown periods
Coordination of external contractors

Education

Completed degree or diploma in Engineering or a comparable qualification

Work Experience

Minimum of 3 years of professional experience in a technical field, ideally within the pharmaceutical or medical device industry
Experience in project management and leading technical projects, including construction site coordination

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Very good knowledge of MS Office, MS Project, and AutoCAD, as well as experience with SAP and MasterControl
Initial experience in change control
Knowledge of GMP and ISO standards
Very good German and English skills, both written and spoken
Hands-on mentality, strong analytical thinking skills, and high willingness to learn
Strong communication and teamwork skills

Travel Requirements

10%: Up to 26 business days per year

West is an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. If you have a special need that requires accommodation in order to apply to West, please send an email to Apply.Accommodation@westpharma.com. Where permitted by law, an offer of employment with West Pharmaceutical Services, or any of its subsidiary or affiliate companies, is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of background screening.

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