Site Process Engineer

Date: 26 Nov 2025

Department: Plant Operations via S. Leonardo

Business Area: Industrial Operations & HSE

Job Type: Direct Employee

Contract Type: Permanent

Location:Parma, IT

About us

Chiesi is an international research-focused biopharmaceutical group with 90 years' experience, operating in more than 30 countries, with its Headquarter in Parma, Italy. More than 8,000 employees across the group are united by a singular purpose: promoting a healthier world for our people, patients, and the planet. This is what drives us as we research, develop, and market innovative drugs across our main therapeutic areas. Discover more here.

At Chiesi we are thinking generations ahead, driving sustainable innovation with purpose. This fosters a culture of reliability, transparency, and ethical behaviour at every level. As a Benefit Corporation and a certified B Corp, we have embedded sustainability in our bylaws and continuously measure our impact.

Diversity and inclusion are at the heart of who we are. We believe our differences make us stronger. We are a vibrant ecosystem of passionate, talented individuals united by strong values, each bringing unique perspectives that help us to continuously challenge the status quo for the better.

Chiesi Global Manufacturing Division

Chiesi Group has three production plants:

Parma (Italy), the strategic hub for the production and distribution of our products, serving as an international supply center with exports to over 80 countries. Here, solid medicines such as tablets and dry powders for inhalers, solutions and suspensions for inhalations and sterile suspension vials for endotracheal administration are produced.

In 2024, a new Biotech Centre of Excellence has launched in Parma. The new facility is dedicated to developing and producing monoclonal antibodies, enzymes, and other proteins.

Blois-La Chaussée Saint Victor plant (France), a center of excellence specializing in the production of Dry Powder Inhalers and Metered Dose Inhalers (MDIs). The site manages direct distribution to customers in the French market and exports to other markets, effectively meeting both local and international needs.

Santana de Parnaiba (Brazil), specialized in the production of pressurized solutions and suspensions for inhalation therapy (pMDIs). Additionally, it has an area dedicated to nasal sprays for the European market. Santana produces pressurised solutions and suspensions for inhalation therapy (MDI).

In 2025, a new investment in Nerviano (Italy) has been announced with the construction of a new facility which will be primarily dedicated to manufacturing carbon minimal inhalers (reinforcing the company's commitment to both patients' health and sustainable healthcare solutions), dry powder inhalers and sterile biological products.

Who we are looking for

This is what you will do

The person will be responsible for the definition, optimization and control of production processes, constantly seeking greater efficiency and effectiveness of industrial plants to ensure the continuous improvement and business continuity of each department involved.

You will be responsible for

• Evaluating existing manufacturing processes and identifying areas for improvement and how to improve
• Developing and implementing systems and strategies to improve efficiency and reduce costs
• Designing, running, testing and upgrading systems and processes
• Creating process simulations and conducting risk assessments and related remediation, if any
• Performing process analysis and making recommendations for improvement
• Providing technical support and training to staff and junior engineers
• Ensuring that all processes and procedures comply with safety and environmental regulations
• Working closely with other specialists, including engineers and scientists, to develop processes
• Documenting all created processes and updating and maintaining these documents as changes occur
• Collect data and monitor the progress of processes
• Adapt the plants to current regulations, in terms of risk prevention and safety, reduction of environmental impact, use of energy sources
• Manage the construction, installation and operation of the installationsDevelop best practices, routines, and innovative solutions to improve production rates and quality of output
• Provide process documentation and operating instructions
• Provide process and equipment design, process optimization, and troubleshooting
• Manage cost and time constraints

You will need to have

• Previous experience in roles within the pharmaceutical industry
• At least 5 years of working experience in pharmaceutical industry (manufacturing environment)
• Bachelor's degree or higher in Engineering/Science preferred in process engineering, chemical engineering, mechanical engineering, automation technology or a similar discipline.
• Good command of English language

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office package, CAD and SAP

• Leadership and social influence

• Planning and organizational skills
• Innovative & focused approach to identify and implement ways of working and tools to achieve project objectives.
• Structured & rigorous approach ensuring effective coordination to ensure safe, reliable, effective & sustainable implementation.

We would prefer for you to have

• Good understanding of change management and process risk analysis as well as maintenance.
• Knowledge of reporting principles and techniques, industrial accounting and management control
• Knowledge of project development phases from selection to close-out and their management
• Knowledge of project practices

Location

The person has to be based in Parma.

What we offer

No matter where your path starts at Chiesi, it leads to inspiring possibilities. Your future is our focus, and we are committed to nurturing your development in our dynamic, friendly environment with access to resources and training every step of the way.

We provide top-class benefits, including comprehensive healthcare programs, work-life balance initiatives, and robust relocation support. Our salary package is competitive, comprising a basic salary, performance bonuses, and benefits benchmarked against the external market. Additionally, we offer flexible working arrangements, remote work options, and tax assistance services for foreign colleagues, all designed to help you thrive.

Chiesi is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce at all levels of our business. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment based on attitude and merit, without regard to race, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, military status, gender identity or expression, or any other basis protected by applicable laws. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including hiring, transfer, promotion, compensation, eligibility for benefits, and termination.