For a large pharmaceutical company, an IMP (Investigational Medicinal Product) Quality Manager is sought to ensure GMP compliance and quality of investigational products. **Typical responsibilities in this role:** - Review and approval of manufacturing and batch protocols (Batch Records) for drug substance and drug product. - Execution of final quality release of investigational products for use in clinical trials. - Review and approval of GMP-relevant documents such as SOPs, validation reports, deviations and change control requests. - Creation and maintenance of product-specific quality agreements with internal and external partners. - Support for production and QC departments on all GMP-related questions and quality issues. - Planning and conducting internal audits and support during regulatory inspections and external audits. - Management and oversight of CAPA (Corrective and Preventive Actions) measures for sustainable problem resolution. **Relevant technologies, tools or methods:** - Quality management systems (QMS): Veeva Vault QMS, MasterControl, TrackWise, SAP QM. - Document Management Systems (DMS): Veeva Vault, OpenText Documentum. - ERP systems: SAP S/4HANA (especially QM module). - Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS). - Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES). - Methods: risk analysis (FMEA), root cause analysis (5 Whys, Ishikawa), statistical process control (SPC). **Typical KPIs or success metrics:** - Batch Release Time: average time from production completion to final release (target: < X days). - Right-First-Time Rate: percentage of batches released without deviations or rework (target: > 95%). - CAPA Effectiveness: reduction in recurrence rate of deviations after CAPA implementation (target: > 80%). - Audit Performance: number of critical/major findings in internal and external audits (target: 0). - Deviation Closure Rate: percentage of deviations closed within the defined timeframe (target: > 90%). **Key challenges, risks or specifics:** - High complexity and variability due to the development of new molecules and processes in the clinical phase. - Strict adherence to constantly evolving GMP regulations (e.g. EU Annex 1 for sterile products). - Ensuring product quality and patient safety under high time pressure (time-to-market). - Managing interfaces between development, manufacturing, QC, and regulatory affairs. - Risk of supply chain interruptions for critical raw materials or services. - Ensuring data integrity in all quality-relevant systems. **Concrete deliverables:** - Released batches of investigational products. - Approved master batch records and SOPs. - Completed and assessed deviation and change reports. - Audit and inspection reports with tracked action plans. - Valid quality agreements with all relevant partners. - Regular quality reports for management.

A company is seeking an experienced subsea cable tester with an electrical engineering or physics background. The project’s goal is to advise and support the cable tendering process, cable qualification, and the definition and execution of tests during the project phase. The role involves collaborating with bidders, defining requirements, and advising on test procedures to ensure the cables’ quality and functionality. - Advising on cable tendering and cable qualification for the project phase - Defining requirements for manufacturing, interim storage, installation, completion, and inspection - Conducting contract negotiations with bidders - Defining test requirements for all tests from type tests to Site Acceptance Tests (SAT) - Advising on and defining test procedures: from production through FAT tests to type tests and Site Acceptance Tests - Customizing test systems and methods specifically for the project

A company is seeking a Specialist/Consultant in system testing for special purpose machinery development. The System Test and Qualification group performs system tests in development projects, including testing individual components, machine modules and software releases. Responsibilities also include defining and conducting acceptance tests. The project’s objective is to support the detailed planning of test tasks, creation and optimization of test case specifications, as well as conducting integration and functional tests. All activities are performed on-site in the lab on machine systems. - Detailed planning of test tasks - Creation and optimization of test case specifications - Conducting integration and functional tests - Execution of test cases (Black Box, Use Case, Fail Case Tests) - Documentation and preparation of test results in the test management tool and MS Office - Fault analysis and communication with developers (directly in the lab and via MS Teams) - Coordination with project management and the test manager

Within the scope of a digitization initiative, software quality is to be ensured and improved through modern testing, analysis, and review procedures. The goal is to increase development quality and efficiency through strategic measures and coaching. - Definition, monitoring, and improvement of test coverage strategies for critical software components. - Organization and execution of code reviews in compliance with coding standards, architectural, and security requirements. - Setup, execution, and evaluation of SonarQube analyses, as well as coordination of the remediation of technical debt and security vulnerabilities. - Training and support of developers in Clean Code, TDD, and CI/CD practices. - Evaluation and continuous further development of QA processes, tools, and metrics.

An EPC consultant is seeking an experienced Construction Manager (Mechanical) for the execution of a biogas plant. The goal of the project is the construction supervision and ensuring mechanical works are carried out in accordance with project requirements. In this role, you take responsibility for construction supervision and coordinate the mechanical works on site. You work closely with other project stakeholders to ensure compliance with schedules, quality standards and safety regulations. - Supervision of mechanical construction works at the biogas plant - Ensuring adherence to schedules and quality standards - Coordination of subcontractors and suppliers - Conducting regular site inspections and reporting - Assisting in resolving technical challenges on site - Compliance with safety regulations and environmental standards

A company is seeking an experienced Electrical Commissioning Engineer to support an industrial/utility project in Narva, Estonia. The role involves acting as the first point of contact on-site for electrical commissioning issues, reviewing complex documentation, and resolving design and installation challenges, particularly from third-party packages. The engineer will evaluate faults, propose solutions, and defend the client's position when necessary. Clear communication with stakeholders and independent client-side representation are key aspects of this role. - Act as the first point of contact on-site for electrical commissioning issues. - Review and navigate complex documentation related to electrical systems. - Identify and resolve design and installation issues, especially from third-party packages. - Handle MCCs, generic point lists, and interface mismatches. - Evaluate responsibility for faults: If blame is justified → propose and implement a solution. If blame is unjustified → defend the client's position. - Represent and communicate problems clearly to relevant stakeholders.

An organization is seeking an experienced construction supervisor or site manager in the fiber optics environment to professionally accompany and oversee the construction services of a general contractor in FTTH broadband deployment. The goal is to ensure that the construction services comply with the requirements of the execution planning and that the FTTH broadband network is fully rolled out. The construction sites are located near Würzburg and Saarbrücken. The role includes monitoring compliance with schedules, occupational safety requirements, and quality of construction services, as well as coordinating and documenting construction activities. The site manager will independently create a construction diary and a complete documentation, track subcontracted services, and verify the accuracy of planning and construction documents. - Professional accompaniment and oversight of a general contractor's construction services in FTTH broadband expansion. - Ensuring adherence to schedules, occupational safety requirements, and the quality of construction services. - Recording and reviewing the planning and construction documents of third-party companies. - Independently creating a construction diary and complete documentation. - Tracking deadlines, controlling, and documenting ordered services and deliveries. - Construction supervision and safety control of the construction site according to the HSE concept.

A company is looking for an experienced Technical Project Manager in the field of district heating. The project objective is the planning and construction of district heating pipelines across all service phases of HOAI, as well as taking on complex project tasks. The Project Manager will play a key role in managing and coordinating projects, working closely with engineering firms, municipalities, authorities, and internal stakeholders. The role includes developing and optimizing planning options to maximize the efficiency and sustainability of projects. In addition, the Project Manager will continuously improve technical planning guidelines and processes, conduct technical-economic analyses, develop scenarios, and create concepts. Another focus is on budget planning for network investments in the heating sector, in close coordination with central controlling, as well as performing network calculations. - Planning and construction of district heating pipelines across all service phases of HOAI. - Management and coordination of projects in collaboration with engineering firms, municipalities, authorities, and internal stakeholders. - Development and optimization of planning options to increase efficiency and sustainability. - Support in improving technical planning guidelines and processes. - Conducting technical-economic analyses as well as developing scenarios and concepts. - Preparing budget planning for network investments in the heating sector. - Performing network calculations.

Setup and further development of a test automation suite for the core applications of a large insurance company to increase release speed and quality. - **Typical Tasks:** - Analysis of test processes and identification of automation potential. - Selection, configuration, and implementation of automation frameworks. - Development and maintenance of automated test scripts. - Integration of tests into CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitLab). - Test data management and reporting. - **Relevant Technologies, Tools & Methods:** - Selenium, Cypress, Playwright, Tosca, Postman. - Java, Python, JavaScript. - TestNG, JUnit, Cucumber. - Jenkins, GitLab CI, Docker, Jira. - **Typical KPIs & Success Metrics:** - Automation rate (>70%), reduction of test execution time, defect detection rate. - **Key Challenges & Risks:** - Complex legacy UIs, stable test data management, maintainability of scripts. - **Deliverables:** - Documented test automation framework, automated test suite, CI/CD integration, test reports.

For a project in the power plant environment, a freelance specialist for the migration and adaptation of the ABB 800xA control system is urgently sought. - Typical tasks in this role:** - Implementation of programming and commissioning with the ABB 800xA process control system. - Migration of existing control system logic to the new system version, including adaptation of controllers and I/O modules. - Creation and adaptation of process displays, operator interfaces, and alarm management configurations. - Execution of system tests, error analysis, and performance optimizations to ensure plant availability and controllability. - Technical support for operations personnel during the commissioning and ramp-up phase. - Preparation and maintenance of technical documentation (functional diagrams, configuration descriptions, test protocols). - Close collaboration with the process engineering, electrical engineering departments, and the plant operator. - Relevant technologies, tools or methods:** - Control system: ABB Ability™ System 800xA (including AC 800M controller, Information Management, Batch Control). - Engineering tools: Control Builder M, Process Graphics Migration Tool, Bulk Data Manager. - Fieldbus systems: PROFIBUS, Foundation Fieldbus, Modbus. - Virtualization: VMware, Hyper-V for test and development environments. - Databases: SQL knowledge for analysis of historical data (e.g. 800xA History). - Knowledge of relevant standards for process and power plant technology (e.g. IEC 61508, IEC 61511). - Typical KPIs or success metrics:** - Migration speed: number of migrated system components/functions per week/month. - System availability: control system uptime after migration > 99.9%. - Commissioning error rate: number of critical software bugs after go-live < 5. - Test coverage: percentage of successfully executed and documented test cases > 95%. - Adherence to project schedule: completion of migration and commissioning by the defined deadline. - Operator acceptance: positive feedback from operations personnel on the new system environment. - Specific challenges, risks or peculiarities:** - Migration during live operation (“brownfield”) with minimal downtime. - Ensuring compatibility between old and new system components (hardware/software). - High complexity of process logic in power plants (e.g. boiler control, turbine regulation). - Risk of cybersecurity vulnerabilities in networked control systems (e.g. CVEs for 800xA). - Management of interfaces to third-party systems (e.g. MES, ERP). - Need for intensive and precise collaboration between control engineering, process engineering, and operations. - Concrete deliverables:** - Migrated and operational control logic on the target system. - Fully tested and customer-approved process displays and operator interfaces. - Acceptance protocols for Factory Acceptance Test (FAT) and Site Acceptance Test (SAT). - Updated technical plant documentation. - Final migration report with lessons learned. - Trained operations personnel.

A company is seeking an experienced engineering expert for sterile filling to support a challenging project in pharmaceutical production. The goal of the project is to optimize the efficiency and quality of filling processes and ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements. In this role, the expert will work closely with the internal team to develop technical solutions, analyze existing processes and implement improvements. Main Tasks: - Analysis and optimization of processes in sterile filling - Ensuring compliance with GMP and other regulatory requirements - Development and implementation of technical solutions for process improvement - Collaboration with interdisciplinary teams - Documentation and reporting of progress and results

A company is looking for an experienced project manager with a civil engineering background for the power plant or energy industry. The aim of the project is to lead the planning, coordination and implementation of construction projects in the energy and power plant sector. The role requires close collaboration with interdisciplinary teams to ensure that projects are completed on time and within budget. It is explicitly stated that construction supervisors are not being sought. Main responsibilities: - Management and oversight of construction projects in the power plant or energy industry - Coordination between various disciplines and external partners - Ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards - Development and monitoring of project schedules and budgets - Identification and resolution of technical challenges - Reporting to stakeholders and management

On behalf of a leading medical technology company, an experienced technical drafter or product designer is being sought to create and maintain technical documentation and design drawings. - **Typical responsibilities:** - Creation of standards-compliant 2D manufacturing drawings and 3D models of parts and assemblies using CAD software. - Detailing and dimensioning of designs, considering geometric and positional tolerances. - Creation and management of bills of materials and technical documents in the PDM/PLM system (e.g., SAP ECTR). - Implementation of revision services on existing drawings and documentation. - Close collaboration with the development and production departments to ensure manufacturability. - **Relevant technologies, tools or methods:** - CAD systems: Siemens NX, SolidWorks, CATIA V5, Autodesk Inventor (depending on client system) - PDM/PLM systems: SAP ECTR, Teamcenter, Windchill - Standards: thorough knowledge of relevant ISO and DIN standards for technical drawings, especially in regulated environments. - ERP systems: SAP S/4HANA - **Typical KPIs or success metrics:** - On-time delivery of drawings and documents. - Error rate in technical documentation (number of required correction loops). - Compliance with internal and external design and documentation standards. - Efficiency in implementing changes (throughput time). - **Key challenges, risks or specifics:** - High demands on accuracy and completeness of documentation due to strict regulatory requirements in medical technology (MDR). - Seamless traceability of changes (versioning). - Complexity of parts to be designed (e.g., freeform surfaces, complex assemblies). - Close coordination with various stakeholders (development, purchasing, quality assurance, production). - **Concrete deliverables:** - Approval-ready 2D manufacturing drawings and 3D CAD models. - Complete and released bills of materials in the ERP system. - Updated technical product documentation. - Change logs. - **Lessons learned/best practices:** - A clear and standardized template management significantly accelerates the creation process. - Regular alignment meetings with production can prevent costly errors early. - Careful maintenance of master data in the PDM/PLM system is the foundation for efficient collaboration.

To support projects in the energy infrastructure sector, a freelance electrical engineer with a focus on high and extra-high voltage is sought as a Primary Planner (m/f/d). The projects include grid connections of generation plants (particularly wind and solar farms) as well as the construction and modification of substations. - Typical areas of responsibility in this role:** - Development of primary technical concepts and layouts for air- and gas-insulated high and extra-high voltage switchgear (AIS/GIS) from 110 kV to 380 kV. - Design and sizing of primary equipment (circuit breakers, disconnectors, instrument transformers, transformers, etc.). - Creation of wiring diagrams, single-line overviews, and arrangement drawings. - Performing short-circuit and load-flow calculations as well as sizing grounding systems and lightning protection. - Technical clarification and coordination with clients, grid operators, authorities, and suppliers. - Preparation of technical specifications and tender documents for primary technology. - Coordination with other disciplines such as secondary technology, structural engineering, and control systems. - Support during commissioning and acceptance of the installations. - Relevant technologies, tools or methods:** - Planning software: AutoCAD, Primtech, REVIT, EPLAN. - Calculation tools: PowerFactory (DIgSILENT), NEPLAN, or manufacturer-specific tools. - Standards & regulations: VDE-AR-N 4120 (High Voltage Application Rules), IEC standards, EN standards. - Project management tools: MS Project, Jira. - BIM (Building Information Modeling) in plant engineering. - Typical KPIs or success metrics:** - Planning quality: Number of necessary plan revisions after approval < 5%. - Schedule adherence: Compliance with planning milestones according to the overall project schedule. - Cost efficiency: Adherence to budget targets for the planned primary technology. - Technical compliance: Successful acceptance of the installation by the grid operator without primary technical objections. - Interface management: Seamless coordination, measured by the number of delays in other disciplines caused by planning errors. - Special challenges, risks or specifics:** - High complexity and safety requirements in the high and extra-high voltage domain. - Necessity of exact compliance with grid connection guidelines (TAR) of the respective grid operators. - Long lead times and price fluctuations for large primary components. - Coordination in confined spaces, especially during modifications to existing facilities. - Increasing requirements due to the integration of renewable energies (e.g., reactive power management, FRT behavior). - Ensuring physical safety and occupational health in planning. - Concrete deliverables:** - Approval-ready primary technical planning documents (layouts, elevations, sections). - Final wiring diagrams and single-line diagrams. - Technical calculation reports (e.g., short-circuit withstand capability, grounding). - Prepared bills of quantities and technical specifications for procurement. - Protocols of technical coordination meetings. - Revision documents and as-built documentation.

- Construction management for the installation of electrical systems in the context of a grid connection project - Ensuring compliance with budget, schedule and quality objectives as well as all relevant legal regulations - Reviewing technical documents such as construction plans, material lists and performance records - Coordination and communication with subcontractors, suppliers and project stakeholders - Interface management and ensuring a smooth project process

A company is looking for a specialist site manager for electrical engineering as well as a specialist site manager for control engineering (Siemens T3000) for a demanding project. The aim of the project is the technical monitoring and control of the control system interfaces of the existing plant during the integration of the new plant, as well as ensuring quality and contract compliance during the construction and commissioning phase. The role requires intensive coordination and monitoring of interfaces with construction planning due to the size of the project. The site manager will work closely with control engineers, planners, experts and contractors to ensure the successful implementation of the project. Key responsibilities: - Technical monitoring of the control system interfaces of the existing plant during the integration of the new plant - Technical management of control engineers, planners, experts and contractors - Preparation of technical and project phase–dependent documentation - Participation in project meetings and negotiations - Technical management of quality assurance and quality control during the construction and commissioning phase - Consulting on control system commissioning - Technical coordination with design engineers on quality monitoring tasks - Monitoring contract compliance and conducting quality inspections - Participation in safety meetings and implementation of measures to address identified deficiencies

We are seeking an experienced consultant for a process and project initiative in the area of Asset P&L (Profit and Loss) at a leading international financial services provider. - Typical areas of responsibility in this role:** - Analysis and documentation of existing end-to-end P&L processes for various asset classes (e.g., equities, fixed income, derivatives). - Identification of weaknesses, risks, and inefficiencies in data collection, processing, and reporting. - Design and conceptualization of optimized target processes for P&L calculation and attribution. - Development of functional specifications and business requirements for adapting or implementing IT systems (e.g., P&L engines, data warehouses). - Project management for the implementation of new processes and tools, including milestone planning, stakeholder management, and test coordination. - Development of control mechanisms to ensure data quality and consistency. - Creation of training materials and delivery of workshops for business units (trading, controlling, risk). - Relevant technologies, tools or methods:** - Advanced analytics: MS Excel (Pivot, Power Query, VBA), SQL. - Business intelligence: Tableau, Power BI, Qlik. - Project management: Jira, Confluence, MS Project. - ERP/finance systems: SAP FI/CO, Oracle Financials, or industry-specific asset management platforms. - Methods: Business Process Model and Notation (BPMN 2.0), agile project management (Scrum/Kanban). - Typical KPIs or success metrics:** - Reduction of P&L generation time (cycle time): target >25% efficiency gain. - Decrease in manual corrective postings: target >50% reduction through process automation. - Data quality index: increase of the "first-time-right" rate in data acquisition to >99%. - Efficiency ratio (cost-to-income): demonstrable positive impact on lowering the ratio. - User adoption rate: acceptance of new processes/tools by the business >80% after 3 months. - Key challenges, risks or specifics:** - Heterogeneous system landscapes and inconsistent data sources (data silos). - High complexity of financial products and valuation models. - Resistance to process changes in business units (change management). - Ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements (e.g., IFRS 9, BCBS 239). - Time- and budget-critical implementation during ongoing operations. - Concrete deliverables (“Deliverables”):** - Milestone 1: Completed as-is analysis and process documentation. - Deliverable 1: Detailed analysis report including assessment of weaknesses. - Milestone 2: Finalized target concept and Business Requirements Document. - Deliverable 2: Implementation roadmap and project plan. - Milestone 3: Successful User Acceptance Test (UAT) of the new process/tool. - Deliverable 3: Acceptance protocols, training materials, and project closure report.

A company is looking for an Interim Head of Hr Country Services for Germany and Austria to cover a 13-month fixed-term contract while the current incumbent is on sabbatical leave. The role involves driving excellence in Hr service delivery, managing labour relations, overseeing local policies and compliance, and leading a team of Hr representatives and Health & Safety Officers. The position is based in Germany with flexible (hybrid) work arrangements and may require up to 15% domestic and international travel.- Drive labour relations strategy and manage relations with Works Council.- Set and deliver local reward strategy, including salary negotiations and benefits management.- Act as a mediator in employee-manager conflicts and recommend corrective actions.- Lead the HR Country Committee and advise leadership on employment matters.- Manage labour law issues, government audits, and represent the company in court if needed.- Ensure compliance with local regulations, privacy laws, and Group Policies.- Supervise HR Representatives and OHS Officers.-Support HR Business Partners in driving employee engagement actions.

A company is looking for an experienced construction supervisor with switching authorization for 110 kV and 220 kV systems, specializing in substations. The project's goal is to supervise and manage construction work related to high-voltage substations, ensuring compliance with safety standards and project schedules. The task includes leading on-site teams, coordinating with stakeholders, and ensuring the proper execution of electrical switching operations. Main tasks: - Supervision of substation construction work. - Ensuring compliance with safety regulations and standards. - Coordination with project teams and external stakeholders. - Performing electrical switching operations for 110 kV and 220 kV systems. - Managing project schedules and delivery deadlines. - Conducting quality inspections and ensuring proper documentation.

In assignment for a renowned client in the life sciences sector, a freelance support is sought in the area of Clinical Data Management. The main task is taking responsibility for coordinating all data management activities in clinical trials. - Typical responsibilities in this role:** - Creation and review of the Data Management Plan (DMP) and the Data Validation Plan (DVP). - Design and implementation of electronic case report forms (eCRFs) in EDC systems (Electronic Data Capture). - Coordination of data collection, validation, and cleaning throughout the study lifecycle. - Development and execution of query processes to resolve data inconsistencies with investigative sites. - Medical coding of adverse events (AEs) and medications (e.g., using MedDRA, WHODrug). - Conducting SAE reconciliation (matching serious adverse events). - Preparation and execution of database locks after data collection is complete. - Preparation of status reports and communication with the study team (project management, monitoring, biostatistics). - Relevant technologies, tools, or methods:** - EDC Systems: Medidata Rave, Oracle Clinical, Viedoc, Zelta, OpenClinica. - Programming/analysis tools: SAS, R, Python, SQL. - Standards: CDISC (SDTM, ADaM), GCP (Good Clinical Practice), 21 CFR Part 11. - Collaboration tools: MS Teams, Jira, Confluence. - Data visualization: Tableau, Power BI. - Typical KPIs or success metrics:** - Data quality: Query rate (number of queries per 1,000 data points) < X; data entry error rate < 1%. - Time management: Time from last patient last visit (LPLV) to database lock (target: 4–6 weeks). - Efficiency: Average time to query resolution (target: < 10 business days for critical queries). - Compliance: 100% adherence to DMP-defined milestones and processes. - Protocol adherence: Rate of protocol deviations related to data management < 5%. - Key challenges, risks, or specifics:** - Managing increasing volumes and sources of data (e.g., wearables, ePROs). - Ensuring data integrity and security (cybersecurity, data protection/GDPR). - Complexity due to mid-study changes (protocol amendments) and their impact on the database. - Ensuring consistent data quality across multiple global investigative sites. - Shortage of qualified specialists and high demands for onboarding in study-specific systems. - Concrete deliverables:** - Finalized and approved Data Management Plan (DMP). - Live and validated study database (EDC system). - Regular data cleaning reports and status updates. - Clean, quality-assured, and analysis-ready database. - Final locked study database with complete audit trail. - Archived project documentation after study close-out.