Title: Principal Engineer
JOB PURPOSE
To work directly with operations and engineering departments to develop, lead, and implement new equipment/process projects and production improvement projects. Monitor and improve performance of production rooms/lines by reducing downtime and implementing new solutions. Author and provide assistance with documentation related to production and projects. Support and provide day-to-day process troubleshooting of safety, quality, and productivity-loss related issues.
- KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
- Improve efficiency and yields of manufacturing process.
- Create and/or revise documentation that increases the efficiency of processes, as needed.
- Develop and implement continuous improvement initiatives.
- Analyze labor and manufacturing data for deficiencies.
- Work with operators and production to troubleshoot process deficiencies and equipment errors.
- Troubleshoot new and existing equipment problems involving designs, materials and processes and provide creative, timely and cost-effective solutions.
- Assist with capital equipment upgrades.
- Provide engineering and technical support for processes, systems, and equipment in production.
- Analyze engineering drawings and specifications of product to determine physical characteristics of item, special handling, environmental and safety requirements, and types of materials required for production.
- Coordinate internal resources and cross-functional groups to execute multiple projects.
- Report and escalate project status/constraints to management as needed.
- Develop comprehensive project plans to be shared with team members as well as other staff members.
- Develop a detailed project plan to monitor and track progress.
- Ensure adherence to quality and safety standards. Use and continually develop leadership skills.
- Attend conferences and training as required to maintain proficiency and aide in process improvement within the site.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum: BS in engineering or science is required.
Preferred: BS in Chemical, Mechanical, or Biomedical Engineering is preferred.
EXPERIENCE
Minimum: 5-8 years’ experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing or 10+ years in related experience.
SKILLS
- With minimal guidance, can lead a team through the planning and execution of a smaller project or defined piece of a larger project.
- Can construct detailed, accurate project schedules.
- Can interface with development groups and technical support groups.
- Can devise new approaches to complex problems through adaptations and modifications of standard technical principles.
- Ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
- Displays a solid understanding of theories/practices utilized by other disciplines outside primary area of expertise.
- Ability to convince management on courses of action with minimal assistance using both written and verbal methods.
- Effectively operate in and may facilitate cross-functional teams with guidance.
- Must be able to provide solutions that reflect understanding business objectives and cost implications.
- Must be able to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Knowledge of and experience with commissioning and qualification procedures.
- Knowledge of regulatory compliance inclusive of cGMP, OSHA, EPA, FDA regulations.
- Technical writing skills with proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, Word, Sharepoint, etc. in addition to experience working within shared work environments.
- Domestic and international travel as needed for projects.
What We Offer
- Clean climate-controlled working environment
- Annual performance bonus potential
- 401k employer match up to 6% of your contributions
- 23 vacation/personal days
- 11 paid Company holidays
- Generous healthcare benefits
- Employee discount program
- Wellbeing rewards programs
- Safety and Quality is a top organizational priority.
- Career advancement/growth opportunities
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Maternity and Parental Leave
*Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to a specific plan or program terms.
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