Process Engineer
Possible
Sponsorship likelihood
This employer issued few or no visas recently
Not disclosed
Salary
Not disclosed by employer
£45,000
Going rate
Skilled Worker going rate
This role likely qualifies for a Skilled Worker visa
SOC 2125 (90% match) is an eligible occupation, with a going rate of £45,000, and Torbay Pharma is a licensed sponsor. That is our reading of the rules. Whether they issue a Certificate of Sponsorship is still their call.
New graduate or PhD holder? Pick one of the lower rates.
What each route needs for this job
| Occupation code | New entrant 70% of going rate | STEM PhD 80% of going rate | Relevant PhD 90% of going rate | Standard rate 100% of going rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
2125 Production and process engineers Most likely code | £33,400 | £36,000 | £40,500 | £45,000 |
We use the lowest threshold across the plausible codes. Likelihood is Possible at most when the pay clears only a lower rate, or only under a less likely code. How the Home Office picks the code
About the role
Torbay Pharma are currently seeking an experienced Process Engineer to join our newly created Process and Optimisation department. This is a new role in which the successful candidate will be responsible for the end-to-end optimisation and characterisation of processes, from goods receipt through to final customer shipment.
This role would suit someone with strong process engineering, problem solving and continuous improvement skill, ideally from a highly regulated environment. You will have the ability to work cross functionally to drive process optimisation and implement sustainable improvements.
About Torbay Pharmaceuticals
At TP we have our own special kind of chemistry. Our heritage spans over 50 years with a track record of manufacturing essential medicines across the UK and beyond. With backing from an investment partner are now forging a new path in the private sector.
We are a growing and ambitious business and with this comes opportunities for our people. At TP, we are going places. A career with us means a career helping save lives. We bring skills of all levels and experiences together; not all our people begin their working lives in pharma. Together we can make lives better.
About the Role
Reporting into the Head of Process Engineering and Optimisation, you will ensure all processes operate efficiently, reliably, and in compliance with relevant regulations. Working closely with the Manufacturing team, and Capital Project Lead you will deliver improvements through continuous improvement methodologies and operational excellence whilst supporting the onboarding of new products and providing input to RFP / RFQ processes and cost models
What you can expect in a Process Engineer role at TP:
- Lead process characterisation, optimisation, and troubleshooting across all unit operations to ensure stable, capable, and efficient performance.
- Define and maintain critical process parameters (CPPs) and critical quality attributes (CQAs), applying DoE, statistical analysis, and capability metrics (Cp, Cpk, Pp, Ppk) to enhance process understanding and control.
What are we looking for:
- Degree in Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering, Pharmaceutical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering or a related scientific/engineering discipline or demonstratable relevant experience will also be considered
- Experience working within a pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device, or other regulated manufacturing environment within a process improvement role.
- Knowlegde, and application of process capability and statistical performance metrics (Cp, Cpk, Pp & Ppk).
- Understanding of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement techniques and methodologies, including being well versed in Six Sigma Green Belt / Black Belt certification.
- Ability to analyse manufacturing data, identify process inefficiencies and trends, and implement practical solutions to improve performance, quality, and efficiency using tools such as Minitab, Power BI, Statistical Process Control (SPC)
Personal Attributes
- Proactive and solution-focused mindset.
- High attention to detail.
- Strong commitment to quality and compliance.
- Organised and methodical approach to work.
- Accountability and ownership of tasks.
- Ability to mentor junior engineers or technicians.
What we offer in return
At the heart of Torbay, we offer roles and career opportunities on your doorstep that you won’t find elsewhere. With defined career pathways, and the chance to move between roles and different departments, we support your career journey at every stage. TP is going places. International expansion means growth and new opportunities.
Our benefits set us apart. With 27 days holiday plus Bank Holidays – with the chance to buy more, group life assurance, pension and more - we reward our people for getting the job done.
This description is the source posting as it read when we added it. We are not affiliated with Torbay Pharma, so check their own site for the current details.
Where this offer sits in the market
Production and process engineers (SOC 2125) · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · basic pay · ~56k in sample- Middle half £37,128–55,276
- Median £45,292
- Going rate £45,000
- Threshold £41,700
- New entrant £33,400–40,500
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Does this job guarantee visa sponsorship?
Not necessarily. Torbay Pharma holds a sponsor licence, but sponsorship for a specific hire is always the employer's decision. Be upfront in your application that you'll require it.
What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
The offer must clear both the general threshold and the SOC 2125 going rate of £45,000. New-entrant and shortage discounts can lower it.