ABOUT PHIBRO ANIMAL HEALTH CORPORATION

Phibro Animal Health Corporation is a publicly traded, global organization with a rich history in animal health and nutrition as a manufacturer and marketer of medicated feed additives, vaccines, nutritional specialty products, and mineral nutrition. We strive to be a trusted partner with livestock producers, farmers, veterinarians, and consumers who raise or care for farm and companion animals by providing solutions to help them maintain and enhance the health of their animals.
Phibro is a diversified company in manufacturing and marketing products for ethanol performance, microbials for plants, home and industrial applications, and specialty chemicals for various industrial markets. In addition to, Phibro’s revenues are in excess of $1 billion and are supported by over 2,300 employees worldwide.
At Phibro, people are our greatest asset. We strive to develop a diverse workforce that fosters an environment where people feel supported in openly sharing their creativity and skills that allows them to be the most successful that they can be.
If you are interested in working for Phibro and feel that you do not meet all qualifications, we encourage you to apply as you might be the right candidate for this role or other positions.
The Graduate Engineer is an integral part of our Engineering team based out of our Ireland - Sligo site.

POSITION DETAILS

Job Purpose:
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Graduate Engineer to join our team at a EU GMP compliant vaccine manufacturing facility. This is an exciting opportunity to be involved in validation, qualification, and routine support of critical equipment and cleanroom environments.
Key Responsibilities:

Temperature Mapping and Environmental Monitoring:

• Plan, execute, and document temperature mapping studies for storage areas (cold rooms, freezers, incubators, warehouses) and critical process equipment.
• Perform risk assessments to define mapping strategy and sensor placement.
• Analyze data for compliance with EU GMP and internal quality standards.
• Generate and review validation protocols and reports (IQ/OQ/PQ).

Autoclave Load Qualification:

• Support the qualification of autoclaves, including moist heat sterilization cycles.
• Develop and execute load patterns and thermal distribution/equilibration studies.
• Ensure Biological Indicators (BIs) and thermocouples are placed per GMP requirements.
• Analyze cycle performance data and support requalification activities.

Equipment Qualification and Validation:

• Assist with Installation Qualification (IQ), Operational Qualification (OQ), and Performance Qualification (PQ) for new and existing equipment (e.g., HVAC, clean steam, washers, filling lines, isolators).
• Support validation life cycle documentation and change control processes.Collaborate with cross-functional teams (QA, Manufacturing, Maintenance).

Cleanroom and Facility Support:

• Support routine cleanroom qualification (HEPA integrity testing, airflow visualization, pressure differential monitoring).
• Participate in periodic requalification and deviation investigations.
• Assist in maintaining the state of control of classified environments.

Other duties as assigned.

Documentation and Compliance:

• Prepare and review engineering documentation in compliance with EU GMP Annex 15, EMA, and FDA standards.
• Completion of work orders in the engineering system
• Follow Good Documentation Practice (GDP) and support audit readiness.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and deviation/CAPA investigations.

Essential Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Chemical, Biomedical, or Process Engineering (or equivalent).
• Strong interest in GMP-regulated pharmaceutical/biotech manufacturing.
• Familiarity with validation principles and GMP guidelines (e.g., Annex 15, ICH Q8/Q9/Q10).
• Proficient with Microsoft Office.
• Excellent attention to detail, analytical mindset, and willingness to learn.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Desirable Education and Experience:

• Internship or co-op in a regulated manufacturing or laboratory setting.
• Experience with GxP documentation or working in a cleanroom environment.
• Basic understanding of equipment like autoclaves, clean steam systems, HVAC systems, and temperature control devices.

To learn more about Phibro Animal Health’s competitive benefits package, please click here: Phibro Benefits.

Please refer the Job description for details