Senior Process Engineer

Senior Process Engineer – Leiden, Netherlands  Lead the introduction and implementation of new production processes and technologies to support commercial manufacturing and product supply.
Optimize downstream processing (DSP) operations to improve yield, reliability, and minimize downtime.
Own process control and validation activities, ensuring processes run within validated and regulatory limits and that process records remain compliant.
Drive data collection, analysis, and reporting to identify trends, root causes, and opportunities for continuous process improvement and CPV actions.
Initiate, design, and manage Product Impact Assessments and Change Controls from initiation to completion, coordinating with Operations, Quality, Engineering, MSAT, and Digital.
Perform Gemba walks and act as a subject‑matter expert for inspections and audits, leading sustainable improvements in safety, quality, cost, and schedule.
Qualifications and Requirements   Master’s or PhD in Biotechnology, Biochemical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Life Sciences, or a related discipline.
Approximately 6–8 years of relevant experience in GMP pharmaceutical or biotechnology manufacturing, with strong operational DSP experience.
Proven experience supporting commercial manufacturing, investigations, change controls, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Comfortable working in multidisciplinary operational environments and collaborating across functions.
Fluent in English (required); proficiency in Dutch is preferable.
Strong analytical thinker who handles complexity, uses data to find root causes, stays calm under pressure, and adapts to changing priorities.
Required and Preferred Skills   Analytical Reasoning
Computerized Equipment Skills
Emerging Technologies
Gemba Kaizen
Issue Escalation
Lean Supply Chain Management
Problem Solving
Process Control
Process Engineering
Process Oriented
Product Improvements
Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM)
Application
Situational Awareness
Supply Planning
Technical Research
Technologically Savvy
Validation Testing
Salary  €53,500.00 – €85,445.00 per year, based on experience and qualifications.
Benefits   Annual bonus with set target (% of pay) based on company and employee performance.
Vacation days
Parental leave (minimum 12 weeks)
Bereavement leave
Caregiver leave
Volunteer leave
Well‑being reimbursement programs for financial, physical, and mental health.
Service anniversary and recognition awards.
Participation in multiple insurance plans (subject to terms and eligibility).
Johnson & Johnson is an equal‑opportunity employer.

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