Case Studies

Project Experience

Real projects, real outcomes. Our team has delivered across some of the world's most demanding sterile manufacturing environments.

CSL Behring

Melbourne, Australia · 2022 – Present
Principal Process Engineer — BACE II Project
Aseptic Fill-Finish | CQV | Annex 1

Led the engineering and CQV workstream for the BACE II biologics fill-finish expansion — one of Australia's largest sterile manufacturing capital projects.

Key Outcomes

  • Developed the site Contamination Control Strategy (CCS) aligned with EU GMP Annex 1 (2023)
  • Led CQV programme for new isolator-based filling line
  • Managed cross-functional team of 15+ engineers and validation specialists
  • Delivered project milestones on schedule within a AUD 100M+ capital programme
  • Established aseptic process simulation (media fill) programme
Annex 1CCSIsolatorCQVBiologics

Novartis TechOps

Ljubljana, Slovenia · 2015 – 2021
Senior Process Engineer
Process Engineering | Lean Six Sigma | Regulatory

Drove process optimisation and Lean Six Sigma programmes across multiple sterile manufacturing lines, delivering significant yield improvements and cost savings.

Key Outcomes

  • Delivered €1M+ in documented cost savings through process optimisation
  • Led Lean Six Sigma Green Belt projects across vial and syringe filling lines
  • Supported TGA and EMA inspection readiness programmes
  • Implemented OEE improvement programme — 15%+ uplift across key lines
  • Authored and executed qualification protocols for critical equipment
Lean Six SigmaProcess OptimisationTGAEMAOEE

Lonza AG

Switzerland · 2021 – 2022
Process Engineer
CDMO | Sterile Manufacturing | Technology Transfer

Supported technology transfer and process engineering activities at one of the world's leading pharmaceutical CDMOs.

Key Outcomes

  • Managed technology transfer for sterile drug product from client to Lonza facility
  • Developed and executed process validation protocols
  • Supported regulatory submissions for new product introductions
  • Collaborated with international client teams across EU and US time zones
CDMOTechnology TransferProcess ValidationSterile

Sandoz / Lek d.d.

Ljubljana, Slovenia · 2011 – 2015
Process Engineer
Fill-Finish | Validation | Quality Systems

Built foundational expertise in aseptic fill-finish operations and GMP quality systems at a major global generics manufacturer.

Key Outcomes

  • Qualified and validated aseptic filling equipment for vials and ampoules
  • Developed SOPs and batch records for new product introductions
  • Participated in TGA and EMA regulatory inspections
  • Implemented environmental monitoring improvements in Grade A/B areas
Fill-FinishValidationGMPEnvironmental Monitoring

SKAN AG

Switzerland · 2022
Consulting Engineer
Isolator Technology | CQV

Specialist engagement supporting isolator qualification and aseptic process development for a leading isolator manufacturer.

Key Outcomes

  • Supported isolator qualification and validation activities
  • Developed technical documentation for isolator-based filling systems
  • Provided expert input on aseptic process design
IsolatorCQVAseptic Process

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