Project Engineer

About the role

Ajinomoto Cambrooke (ACI) is a company dedicated to improving people's health through nutritional therapies. Founded by parents seeking better solutions for their children with PKU, ACI has since expanded into various therapeutic areas, emphasizing enjoyable nutrition as a core component of normalizing life for those with medical conditions.

Responsibilities

• Deliver practical engineering support during the design, installation, commissioning, and modification of utility systems and manufacturing equipment in a food production environment.
• Work hands-on on the plant floor, interacting with equipment, contractors, and production teams.
• Test newly installed machines and equipment to ensure they meet contract specifications.
• Contribute to the development of user requirements for new equipment and modifications to existing equipment and systems.
• Coordinate and manage line installments start-ups and decommissioning events.
• Support equipment and systems during operations and capital projects, including on-the-floor troubleshooting, production needs assessment, and coordination with internal and external groups.
• Develop Standard Operating Procedures for equipment operation and parameter settings, including preventative maintenance, predictive analysis, and work order scheduling.
• Analyze workflows for productivity and review KPI monitoring systems for improvement.
• Maintain associated business costs and capital expenditures for quarterly reports.
• Design, develop, and execute engineering projects, calculations, diagrams, technical reports, and regulatory documents under supervision.

Requirements

• BS in Chemical, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or related field of study.
• 3 years’ experience working with automated equipment in a food, beverage, or pharmaceutical manufacturing facility.
• 3 years’ experience in an aseptic and/or powder manufacturing environment preferred.
• 3 years’ experience with mechanical and electrical systems in a multitude of applications.
• 3 years’ experience in plant utilities, auxiliary systems (HVAC, fire/alarm suppressions, compressed air, cooling systems, boilers, steam).

Qualifications

• Must be able to understand, speak, read, and write English.
• Desire to continue to develop technically and professionally.
• Technical knowledge with the ability to proactively troubleshoot.
• Knowledgeable of automation and proven mechanical and electrical skills.
• Strong facility-related assessment and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to record, report, and analyze complex business data.
• GMP and Safety knowledge (understanding OSHA requirements).
• Strong communication, negotiation, and analytical skills.
• Understanding of key operations details from automated machinery to internal and external processes.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, be on-call, and travel as necessary.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to understand, implement, and monitor regulatory and safety guidelines.
• Ability to write reports, manuals, presentations, and summaries with clarity.

Skills

• PLC Troubleshooting skills required.
• Strong facility-related assessment and troubleshooting skills (e.g., mechanical and electrical).
• Ability to record, report, and analyze complex business data.
• GMP and Safety knowledge (understanding OSHA requirements).
• Strong communication, negotiation, and analytical skills.
• Understanding of key operations details from automated machinery to internal and external processes.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, be on-call, and travel as necessary.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to understand, implement, and monitor regulatory and safety guidelines.
• Ability to write reports, manuals, presentations, and summaries with clarity.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive and competitive total rewards package, including:

• Competitive Pay and Annual Bonus Opportunity
• 401(k) with Company Contributions
• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage (Effective Day 1)
• Paid Time Off, Company Holidays, and Floating Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Wellness Programs and Yearly Wellness Reimbursement
• Work Flexibility
• Company-Paid Life and Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition Reimbursement Opportunities
• Career Growth and Development within a Global Organization
• Company-Provided Mental Health and Caregiving support

Pay

$86,600.00 - $106,000.00 Annually plus 12.5% potential bonus

Schedule

This position works in a food manufacturing environment and requires adherence to all GMP, Food Safety, workplace safety, and security policies, including wearing required personal protective equipment.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to perform repetitive motions using hands, hand tools, and equipment.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand and walk on concrete floors, bend, reach, push, and pull.
• Ability to use a computer, telephone, calculator, hand tools, and measuring devices required for the role.
• Ability to travel between MA based locations as travel domestically as required.