Plant Engineer II

About the role

Drives technical projects and improvements for the assigned business unit to enhance the efficiency, quality, compliance, customer service and safety of Austin pharmaceutical manufacturing operations. Evaluates existing processes and equipment, suggests and evaluates improvement alternatives, and assists with implementation of process improvements. Completes intermediate projects with guidance from more experienced engineers and managers. Works closely with maintenance. Provides technical support to project management to secure funding, help plan and execute projects. Provides technical support to Validation.

Responsibilities

• Conduct independent analysis and develop solutions to problems, including analysis of performance data such as downtime, efficiency, and scrap rates to identify, evaluate, and implement continuous improvements.
• Develop a thorough understanding of assigned processes, working to become a subject‑matter expert.
• Participate in and begin to lead troubleshooting of issues arising in existing processes.
• Develop approaches and designs where precedent usually exists.
• Perform developmental and/or test work that relies heavily on comprehensive knowledge of theory and design.
• Write detailed design specifications.
• Provide technical input for project scope development and execution.
• Receive general project direction; solicit additional input from more experienced engineers.
• Support project scope, design, FAT, SAT, start‑up, commissioning, and validation for new equipment.
• Participate in large project teams.
• Train new employees on use of equipment, system and equipment documentation, and department procedures.
• Develop and deliver communications tailored to managers, peers, customers, production, quality, and maintenance to promote cross‑functional collaboration.
• Work on special projects as they arise.

Requirements

• Competent in your engineering domain with familiarity of other areas within the team.
• Basic understanding of best practices and an intermediate understanding of engineering discipline.
• Awareness of broader equipment strategy and ability to contribute.
• Ability to receive general project direction and solicit input from more experienced engineers.
• Capability to independently make decisions impacting project objectives.
• Bachelor’s degree in any engineering field (Mechanical, Chemical, or Biomedical preferred).
• Minimum 2 years of experience; preferred experience in manufacturing, utilities engineering, maintenance, or as a process engineer implementing improvements in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience in pharmaceuticals or a regulated environment is desirable.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Travel typically less than 5 % of the time.
• Physical: largely sedentary office role with occasional clean‑room work; ability to occasionally move and lift objects up to 25 lb.

About Us

We manufacture the critical IV solutions providers count on to deliver consistent, reliable care. Each product we make helps ensure patients receive the therapies they need without disruption. When you work here, you become part of something bigger—a team dedicated to reliability and innovation. No matter the role, your work directly strengthens the healthcare supply chain and impacts patients nationwide. We offer opportunities for growth, collaboration, and meaningful contributions, all in pursuit of a mission that truly matters.