Construction, Engineering & Project Delivery
Specialized Construction, Engineering & Capital Project Talent for Life Sciences
Built for Life Sciences. Focused on Project Delivery.
From early facility planning through construction, qualification, validation, and operational readiness, Planet Pharma connects life sciences organizations with the specialized talent needed to bring critical programs to life. Whether building a new manufacturing facility, scaling production capacity, implementing automation, or driving GMP compliance, our experts help accelerate project success across pharmaceuticals, biotech, medical devices, and advanced therapies sectors.
Powering Progress Across the Full Project Lifecycle
Engineering excellence is at the core of every life sciences breakthrough. From designing cutting-edge biopharmaceutical facilities to optimizing manufacturing operations and executing complex capital programs, the right talent ensures efficiency, compliance, and innovation.
Planet Pharma specializes in sourcing highly skilled construction, engineering, and project delivery professionals who support every stage of the facility and product lifecycle from concept and design through construction, commissioning, validation, and commercial operations.
Construction
Our construction professionals support new facility builds, retrofits, expansions, and large-scale capital programs across pharmaceutical, biotechnology, biologics, cell and gene therapy, medical devices, diagnostics, and advanced therapies.
Research & Development (R&D) Recruitment
We identify top-tier professionals for medical device R&D, including:
- R&D Engineers
- Product Designers
- Biomedical Engineers
- Scientists
- Clinical Operations Professionals
Our recruiters understand the specialized skill sets required in medical device development, ensuring our clients gain access to candidates with the technical expertise and innovation mindset needed to drive breakthroughs in patient care.
Medical Device Manufacturing Recruitment
We support medical device companies by recruiting top talent for manufacturing roles, such as:
- Manufacturing Engineers
- Production Supervisors
- Quality Assurance Specialists
- Process Improvement Engineers
Our recruiters recognize the unique challenges of medical device manufacturing, ensuring companies secure professionals with the technical and regulatory expertise to scale production while maintaining product quality and compliance.
Regulatory Support and MDR Compliance
Planet Pharma provides recruitment solutions for regulatory affairs and MDR compliance experts, helping medical device companies navigate complex regulatory landscapes. We source professionals skilled in:
- Regulatory Submissions
- Compliance with European Medical Device Regulation (MDR)
- Quality & Risk Management
- FDA and International Regulatory Processes
With our global network of regulatory specialists, we connect organizations with the talent needed to streamline approvals and maintain compliance.
Engineering Services Talent Acquisition
We place specialized engineering professionals in medical device companies, including:
- Mechanical Engineers
- Electrical Engineers
- Software Engineers
- Systems Engineers
Our recruitment experts understand the technical complexities of medical device engineering, ensuring that clients receive candidates with the expertise to design, develop, and test medical devices that meet regulatory and industry standards.
Quality Assurance & Validation Recruitment
We specialize in recruiting professionals who support quality management and validation processes, including:
- Quality Assurance Specialists
- Validation Engineers
- Compliance Experts
- Process Validation Specialists
With a focus on compliance and risk management, our recruiters identify candidates who can implement robust quality systems to ensure product safety and regulatory adherence.
- Facility Design & Construction
- Process & Facility Engineering
- Construction Management
- Commissioning, Qualification & Validation (CQV)
- Asset & Facility Management
- Sustainability
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Facility Design & Construction
Facility Design & Construction
From laboratories and R&D centers to cleanrooms, biosafety laboratories, pilot plants, and GMP manufacturing facilities, we support the development of complex life sciences environments that enable innovation, scale-up, and commercial production.
Project Experience Includes:
- Vaccine and biologics manufacturing facilities
- Cell culture and protein purification operations
- Aseptic processing and fill-finish environments
- Advanced drug delivery technology facilities
- Medical device manufacturing operations
- Research, development, and pilot-scale production facilities
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Process & Facility Engineering
Process & Facility Engineering
Designing process flows, utility systems, and controls/automation to meet regulatory requirements for domestic and international markets.
Areas of Expertise Include:
- Process flow development and optimization
- GMP utilities and facility infrastructure
- HVAC and environmental control systems
- Clean steam and Water for Injection (WFI) systems
- Controls and automation integration
- Manufacturing and facility support systems
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Construction Management
Construction Management
Managing full project delivery from planning to commissioning, including equipment procurement, installation, and integration.
Areas of Expertise Include:
- Equipment procurement and vendor coordination
- Site execution and subcontractor management
- Construction scheduling, cost control, and risk management
- Equipment installation and integration
- Construction readiness, turnover, and operational startup
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Commissioning, Qualification & Validation (CQV)
Commissioning, Qualification & Validation (CQV)
Ensuring facilities, utilities, equipment, and manufacturing systems are ready for operation, regulatory inspection, and commercial manufacturing. Our CQV specialists support projects from initial commissioning through validation and final handover.
Areas of Expertise Include:
- Pre-commissioning and commissioning activities
- Critical utilities and process systems startup
- IQ/OQ/PQ protocol development and execution
- Cleanroom qualification
- Clean utilities qualification
- Filling line, isolator, and packaging system qualification
- FAT/SAT coordination and execution
- Turnover packages and validation summary reporting
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Asset & Facility Management
Asset & Facility Management
Providing turnkey support that helps organizations transition from project completion to fully operational, science-ready facilities. We support facility occupancy, operational planning, and space optimization initiatives that maximize efficiency and usability.
Areas of Expertise Include:
- Facility transitions and move management
- Floor plan optimization
- Occupancy and space planning
- Facility turnover coordination
- Science-ready operational readiness
- Asset lifecycle support
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Sustainability
Sustainability
Supporting environmental and operational initiatives that improve efficiency, reduce resource consumption, and advance long-term sustainability objectives across life sciences facilities.
Areas of Expertise Include:
- Energy efficiency programs
- Water conservation strategies
- Net-zero and carbon reduction initiatives
- ESG and sustainability objectives
- Environmental compliance and reporting
- Sustainable facility operations and infrastructure planning
Engineering
We connect organizations with engineering experts who drive innovation, ensure compliance, and enhance operational performance across the full product and manufacturing lifecycle, from research and development through commercial production.
Research & Development (R&D) Recruitment
We identify top-tier professionals for medical device R&D, including:
- R&D Engineers
- Product Designers
- Biomedical Engineers
- Scientists
- Clinical Operations Professionals
Our recruiters understand the specialized skill sets required in medical device development, ensuring our clients gain access to candidates with the technical expertise and innovation mindset needed to drive breakthroughs in patient care.
Medical Device Manufacturing Recruitment
We support medical device companies by recruiting top talent for manufacturing roles, such as:
- Manufacturing Engineers
- Production Supervisors
- Quality Assurance Specialists
- Process Improvement Engineers
Our recruiters recognize the unique challenges of medical device manufacturing, ensuring companies secure professionals with the technical and regulatory expertise to scale production while maintaining product quality and compliance.
Regulatory Support and MDR Compliance
Planet Pharma provides recruitment solutions for regulatory affairs and MDR compliance experts, helping medical device companies navigate complex regulatory landscapes. We source professionals skilled in:
- Regulatory Submissions
- Compliance with European Medical Device Regulation (MDR)
- Quality & Risk Management
- FDA and International Regulatory Processes
With our global network of regulatory specialists, we connect organizations with the talent needed to streamline approvals and maintain compliance.
Engineering Services Talent Acquisition
We place specialized engineering professionals in medical device companies, including:
- Mechanical Engineers
- Electrical Engineers
- Software Engineers
- Systems Engineers
Our recruitment experts understand the technical complexities of medical device engineering, ensuring that clients receive candidates with the expertise to design, develop, and test medical devices that meet regulatory and industry standards.
Quality Assurance & Validation Recruitment
We specialize in recruiting professionals who support quality management and validation processes, including:
- Quality Assurance Specialists
- Validation Engineers
- Compliance Experts
- Process Validation Specialists
With a focus on compliance and risk management, our recruiters identify candidates who can implement robust quality systems to ensure product safety and regulatory adherence.
- Process & Manufacturing Engineering
- Chemical Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Electrical & Electronics Engineering
- Automation & Controls Engineering
- Validation & Quality Engineering
- Biomedical & Medical Device Engineering
- Data Science & AI Engineering
- Facilities & Utilities Engineering
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Process & Manufacturing Engineering
Process & Manufacturing Engineering
Optimizing manufacturing operations, process performance, and scale-up activities to improve efficiency, quality, and regulatory compliance.
Areas of Expertise Include:
- Manufacturing process optimization
- Process development and scale-up
- Technology transfer
- Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement
- Production support and troubleshooting
- Manufacturing readiness and commercialization
Roles Include:
- Process Engineer
- Manufacturing Engineer
- Process Development Engineer
- Technology Transfer Engineer
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Chemical Engineering
Chemical Engineering
Scaling bioprocesses and manufacturing systems from development through commercial production while supporting reliable and efficient operations.
Areas of Expertise Include:
- Upstream bioprocessing
- Downstream processing
- Process development and scale-up
- Technology transfer
- Manufacturing optimization
- Process validation
Roles Include:
- Chemical Engineer
- Bioprocess Engineer
- Upstream Process Engineer
- Downstream Process Engineer
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Mechanical Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Designing and supporting manufacturing systems, laboratory equipment, facility infrastructure, and medical device technologies.
Areas of Expertise Include:
- Medical device design and development
- Manufacturing equipment engineering
- Laboratory systems
- Equipment reliability and maintenance
- Product testing and optimization
- Facility and process support systems
Roles Include:
- Mechanical Engineer
- Equipment Engineer
- Design Engineer
- Reliability Engineer
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Electrical & Electronics Engineering
Electrical & Electronics Engineering
Supporting diagnostics, automation, controls, instrumentation, and medical technology platforms that power life sciences innovation.
Areas of Expertise Include:
- Diagnostic instruments
- Medical electronics
- Instrumentation systems
- Controls architecture
- Electrical system design
- Systems integration
Roles Include:
- Electrical Engineer
- Electronics Engineer
- Instrumentation Engineer
- Controls Engineer
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Automation & Controls Engineering
Automation & Controls Engineering
Driving digital transformation, manufacturing efficiency, and connected operations through advanced automation, controls, and digital manufacturing technologies across GMP environments.
Areas of Expertise Include:
- Process automation and controls
- Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES)
- SCADA and supervisory control systems
- PLC programming and system integration
- DeltaV and distributed control systems
- Smart manufacturing and Industry 4.0 initiatives
- Digital manufacturing platforms
- Data and systems integration
- IT/OT convergence and connected operations
- Automation system lifecycle management
Roles Include:
- Automation Engineer
- Controls Engineer
- DeltaV Engineer
- SCADA Engineer
- PLC Engineer
- MES Engineer
- Systems Integration Engineer
- Automation Project Engineer
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Validation & Quality Engineering
Validation & Quality Engineering
Ensuring products, processes, equipment, and systems meet GMP, regulatory, and quality requirements throughout the lifecycle.
Areas of Expertise Include:
- Commissioning, Qualification & Validation (CQV)
- Computer Software Validation (CSV)
- Computer Software Assurance (CSA)
- Data integrity
- Digital validation
- Electronic Batch Records (EBR)
- Digital quality systems
Roles Include:
- Validation Engineer
- CQV Engineer
- Quality Engineer
- Computer Software Validation (CSV)
- Computer Software Assurance (CSA)
- Data Integrity
- Digital Validation
- Electronic Batch Records
- Digital Quality Systems
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Biomedical & Medical Device Engineering
Biomedical & Medical Device Engineering
Advancing the next generation of healthcare technologies through product development, design engineering, and human-centered innovation.
Areas of Expertise Include:
- Medical device design and development
- Product lifecycle management
- Human factors engineering
- Design verification and validation
- Risk management and usability testing
- Product performance and regulatory compliance
Roles Include:
- Biomedical Engineer
- Medical Device Engineer
- Product Development Engineer
- Human Factors Engineer
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Data Science & AI Engineering
Data Science & AI Engineering
Leveraging advanced analytics, artificial intelligence, and digital technologies to accelerate scientific discovery, optimiz operations, and improve decision-making.
Areas of Expertise Include:
- Biological data analysis
- Machine learning
- Artificial intelligence
- Bioinformatics
- Predictive analytics
- Digital manufacturing initiatives
Roles Include:
- Data Scientist
- AI Engineer
- Bioinformatics Engineer
- Machine Learning Engineer
- Digital Manufacturing Engineer
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Facilities & Utilities Engineering
Facilities & Utilities Engineering
Supporting the critical infrastructure that enables safe, compliant, and efficient life sciences operations.
Areas of Expertise Include:
- GMP utilities
- Facility infrastructure
- HVAC systems
- Clean utilities
- Plant operations
- Environmental controls
Roles Include:
- Facilities Engineer
- Utilities Engineer
- HVAC Engineer
- Plant Engineer
Project Delivery
Planet Pharma deploys senior SMEs and project teams across the full GMP capital program lifecycle, embedding experienced professionals within client organizations from strategy through handover. Our experts integrate directly with project teams to support facility delivery, operational readiness, regulatory compliance, and successful go-live execution.
Research & Development (R&D) Recruitment
We identify top-tier professionals for medical device R&D, including:
- R&D Engineers
- Product Designers
- Biomedical Engineers
- Scientists
- Clinical Operations Professionals
Our recruiters understand the specialized skill sets required in medical device development, ensuring our clients gain access to candidates with the technical expertise and innovation mindset needed to drive breakthroughs in patient care.
Medical Device Manufacturing Recruitment
We support medical device companies by recruiting top talent for manufacturing roles, such as:
- Manufacturing Engineers
- Production Supervisors
- Quality Assurance Specialists
- Process Improvement Engineers
Our recruiters recognize the unique challenges of medical device manufacturing, ensuring companies secure professionals with the technical and regulatory expertise to scale production while maintaining product quality and compliance.
Regulatory Support and MDR Compliance
Planet Pharma provides recruitment solutions for regulatory affairs and MDR compliance experts, helping medical device companies navigate complex regulatory landscapes. We source professionals skilled in:
- Regulatory Submissions
- Compliance with European Medical Device Regulation (MDR)
- Quality & Risk Management
- FDA and International Regulatory Processes
With our global network of regulatory specialists, we connect organizations with the talent needed to streamline approvals and maintain compliance.
Engineering Services Talent Acquisition
We place specialized engineering professionals in medical device companies, including:
- Mechanical Engineers
- Electrical Engineers
- Software Engineers
- Systems Engineers
Our recruitment experts understand the technical complexities of medical device engineering, ensuring that clients receive candidates with the expertise to design, develop, and test medical devices that meet regulatory and industry standards.
Quality Assurance & Validation Recruitment
We specialize in recruiting professionals who support quality management and validation processes, including:
- Quality Assurance Specialists
- Validation Engineers
- Compliance Experts
- Process Validation Specialists
With a focus on compliance and risk management, our recruiters identify candidates who can implement robust quality systems to ensure product safety and regulatory adherence.
- Construction & Field Execution
- Project Engineering & Capital Delivery
- Commissioning, Qualification & Validation
- Automation, Digital & Facilities
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Construction & Field Execution
Construction & Field Execution
Providing onsite leadership and project oversight to ensure safe, efficient, and compliant construction execution across complex life sciences facilities.
Roles Include
- Core & Shell Project Managers
- MEP Project Engineers
- Construction Managers
- Field Engineers
- Construction QA/QC Leads
Deliverables Include
- Onsite leadership across civil, structural, and MEP scopes
- Subcontractor coordination and daily field execution
- Construction readiness planning
- Construction readiness for commissioning and turnover
- Turnover preparation and handover support
- Site quality, safety, and compliance oversight
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Project Engineering & Capital Delivery
Project Engineering & Capital Delivery
Supporting capital projects from detailed design through mechanical completion while maintaining alignment across scope, schedule, budget, and operational objectives.
Roles Include
- Project Engineers
- Capital Project Managers
- Owner's Representative Engineers
- Cost Controllers
- Schedule Controllers
Deliverables Include
- Capital project management from detailed design through mechanical completion
- Design-to-completion project oversight
- Vendor coordination and procurement support
- Equipment delivery tracking and management
- Change control management
- Risk registers and risk mitigation planning
- Cost and schedule management
- Project controls and reporting
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Commissioning, Qualification & Validation
Commissioning, Qualification & Validation
Ensuring facilities, utilities, equipment, and manufacturing systems achieve operational readiness and comply with GMP and regulatory requirements before commercial operation.
Roles Include
- Commissioning Leads
- C&Q Engineers
- Validation Engineers
- FAT/SAT Coordinators
Deliverables Include
- Pre-commissioning and commissioning of critical utilities and process systems
- Utility and process system startup activities
- IQ/OQ/PQ protocol development and execution
- Clean utilities qualification
- Cleanroom qualification
- Filling line and aseptic processing qualification
- Isolator and packaging system validation
- FAT/SAT coordination and execution
- Turnover package development
- Validation summary reporting
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Automation, Digital & Facilities
Automation, Digital & Facilities
Supporting digital manufacturing initiatives, automation integration, facility operations, and compliance-driven technology implementations across GMP environments.
Roles Include
- Automation Engineers
- Controls Engineers
- CSV/CSA Specialists
- MES Engineers
- DeltaV Engineers
- SCADA Engineers
- Facilities Engineers
- Utilities Engineers
- IT/OT Engineers
Deliverables Include
- Automation implementation and system integration
- Control system qualification and validation
- CSV and CSA support for GMP systems
- Data integrity and digital compliance initiatives
- MES, SCADA, PLC, and DeltaV deployment
- GMP digital transformation programs
- Environmental monitoring qualification
- Cleanroom performance testing
- Airflow, pressure cascade, and particle count verification
- Facility and utility operational readiness
Why Planet Pharma
Owner's Side, Always
We're on the same side of the table as our clients, not the general contractor, equipment vendor, or manufacturing partner. Our SMEs are accountable for the client's schedule, budget, quality standards, and regulatory outcomes.
Senior Talent, Delivered Fast
Our network is built around discipline-specific SMEs with deep GMP capital program experience, professionals who have successfully executed complex projects before.
Embedded, Not Transactional
Our professionals integrate directly with client teams, attending project meetings, owning workstreams, driving deliverables, and remaining engaged through commissioning, validation, and handover.
Proven Across Complex GMP Programs
Our teams are embedded across some of North America's most significant active GMP capital programs, supporting construction leaders, facilities organizations, project delivery teams, automation programs, and CQV initiatives on large-scale, multi-phase projects.
Representative Roles & SMEs We Deliver
Construction
- Capital Projects Managers
- Construction Managers
- Construction Project Managers
- Construction Site Superintendents
- Cost Engineers
- Estimators
- Field Engineers
- MEP Project Engineers
- Project Controls Managers
- Project Controls Specialists
- Project Executives
- QA/QC Leads
- Schedulers
Engineering
- Automation Engineers
- Chemical Engineers
- Controls Engineers
- Electrical Engineers
- Facilities Engineers
- Manufacturing Engineers
- Mechanical Engineers
- Process Engineers
- Quality Engineers
- Reliability Engineers
- Utilities Engineers
- Validation Engineers
CQV & Compliance
- Commissioning Engineers
- CQV Engineers
- CSA Specialists
- CSV Specialists
- GMP Compliance Consultants
- Qualification Engineers
- Validation Leads
Project Delivery
- Directors of Capital Projects
- Engineering Managers
- Facilities Program Managers
- Owner's Representatives
- Program Managers
- Project Directors
- Project Managers
- Senior Project Managers
Your Partner for Construction, Engineering & Project Delivery
Complex life sciences projects demand specialized expertise, regulatory knowledge, and experienced professionals who can deliver results. Planet Pharma connects organizations with proven talent across construction, engineering, CQV, automation, facilities, and capital project delivery.
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