(Senior) Consultant Digital Manufacturing for Chemical API Operations

Project Services - Singapore

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Your profile / requirements

• Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences or a related field 
• Further education or certifications in digitalization, automation, or project management (e.g., PMP, Agile) are a plus 
• 3- 5 years of relevant experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing, with a focus on API production, process operations, or digital manufacturing transformation 
• Strong understanding of API development workflows, including process scale-up, technology transfer, and batch production 
• Experience implementing or managing digital manufacturing technologies, such as MES, PAT, SCADA/DCS, or automation systems in GMP environments 
• Familiarity with system integration, connecting platforms like MES, ERP, PAT, and data historians for improved data flow and process control 
• Familiarity with regulatory standards relevant to API manufacturing (e.g., ICH Q7, Q8, Q11) and experience ensuring digital solutions meet GxP compliance 
• Demonstrated ability to translate complex technical and operational needs into scalable digital solutions 
• Experience with data-driven process optimization, performance analytics, or process modeling 
• Familiarity with modeling tools such as AnyLogic©, Python, or Aspen is an advantage, but not mandatory 
• Proficient in leading projects using traditional (Waterfall) and Agile project management methodologies 
• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills, with experience working across science, IT, QA, and business teams 
• Skilled in facilitating workshops, conducting stakeholder interviews, and delivering clear, actionable presentations 
• Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving mindset, and a proactive, hands-on approach 
• Adaptable to changing project landscapes, with the ability to navigate ambiguity and propose structured solutions 
• Effective team player, able to thrive in multicultural, cross-functional, and remote collaboration settings 

Tasks and responsibilities

• Lead and manage digital manufacturing projects in API development and production, ensuring timely, high-quality delivery 
• Act as a subject matter expert in digital manufacturing technologies (e.g., MES, PAT, SCADA, automation) across the pharmaceutical value chain 
• Assess and implement emerging technologies such as IoT, digital twins, and advanced analytics to drive process efficiency and innovation 
• Support digitalization across API workflows, including synthesis, scale-up, and tech transfer in both development and GMP environments 
• Collaborate with clients and internal teams to optimize manufacturing processes and translate requirements into scalable digital solutions 
• Drive system integration to enhance visibility, control, and data flow across production environments 
• Ensure compliance with GxP and regulatory requirements in all digital solutions 
• Build strong client relationships and facilitate workshops, stakeholder meetings, and technical discussions 
• Contribute to internal capability development and support business development through opportunity identification 

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