Technical Project Lead – Process Equipment (Tanks & Chromatography Columns)

About Techfirm Engineering
At Techfirm Engineering, we partner with leading companies in the life sciences and industrial sectors to deliver complex technical projects. Our experts support our customers on-site, providing engineering excellence and innovation across Switzerland.

Your Role
We are looking for a Technical Project Lead experienced in process tanks and chromatography columns to join our team for an engaging on-site project in the Visp region. In this position, you will coordinate project execution, ensure technical alignment with process and mechanical engineering teams, and act as the main interface between engineering, production, and quality departments.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate the technical aspects of process equipment delivery (tanks, skids, chromatography systems).
• Collaborate with process, automation, and mechanical engineering teams to define equipment specifications.
• Ensure successful project execution—from design and procurement to installation and qualification.
• Follow up on schedule, cost, and quality deliverables.
• Support FATs/SATs and documentation reviews.

Your Profile

• Degree in Mechanical, Chemical, or Process Engineering (or equivalent technical background).
• Proven experience in similar technical project roles in a GMP or biotech environment.
• Strong understanding of process equipment such as tanks and chromatography columns.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Fluent in German mandatory; English, Italian or French, are strong assets for working within our multicultural team.

Why Join Techfirm Engineering?

• Be part of a dynamic and growing engineering company with a strong presence in the Swiss life sciences industry.
• Take part in technically challenging and high-impact projects.
• Collaborate with professionals who value innovation, quality, and teamwork.

Interested?
If you’re motivated to lead technical projects in an advanced biopharma environment, we’d love to hear from you.