Project Engineer

About the Role

Working at Pharmavite is an experience like no other. With a focus on complete nutrition for all, each endeavor is urgent and every day counts. You'll have the opportunity to work on the #1 selling national vitamin and supplement brand, Nature Made, as well as an exciting portfolio of other products that are shaping the future of the healthy living industry. This role is not available for any form of immigration sponsorship or support, including completion of the Form I-983 training plan required for STEM OPT.

The Project Engineer leads the development and execution of equipment-related capital projects, engaging with manufacturing teams to identify, develop, and execute site tactical and continuous improvement projects. This role provides technical solutions of business value applicable across the Pharmavite manufacturing network and reports to the Manager, Site Engineering.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of the site's tactical capital projects, utilizing Pharmavite’s Project Management Process and other project management best practices.
• Provide equipment support and subject matter expertise, and be the technical representative for larger projects led by project managers.
• Develop the necessary knowledge to be an equipment ‘Subject Matter Expert’ in the assigned area of responsibility.
• Create, maintain, and provide equipment specifications for equipment during the project development process (defining project specification requirements).
• Develop equipment requirements and design by engaging with a cross-functional team and leveraging lean principles/tools (3P, Value stream mapping, etc).
• Ensure documentation/protocols are developed for equipment commissioning, FAT & SAT testing.
• Support Qualification, Installation/Operational Qualification, and Product Qualification (I/OQ, PQ) as needed.
• Ensure ‘risk forecasting’ is undertaken and considered as equipment & technologies are implemented.
• Identify and investigate new technologies that are potentially applicable to Pharmavite’s manufacturing operations.
• Lead the identification and justification of equipment capital projects in the assigned work area for inclusion into the site's capital plans.
• Maintain project schedules, provide regular project reporting, and deliver projects leveraging a collaborative team approach.
• Lead the capital aspects of ‘New Product Development’ Projects.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Mechanical or Chemical Engineering Degree preferred, or 5 years of experience in a technical manufacturing role with a High School Diploma or GED accepted in lieu of a degree.
• Experience in a production environment with demonstrated capability to design and deliver mechanical solutions to support operations and resolve outstanding issues.

Skills

• Ability to problem-solve at a high level, leveraging structured problem-solving techniques.
• Ability to collect and assess data, translate data, and form actionable solutions.
• Ability to lead teams as well as be a good team member on large capital projects.
• Good project management skills and the ability to ensure the application of technologies across multiple manufacturing sites.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proven success in recognizing business needs and creating and implementing technology solutions.

Work Environment

• General office environment; ability to sit for long periods of time and move about an office.
• Exposure to disagreeable elements is moderate.
• Must be able to perform this job safely in accordance with standard operating procedures and good manufacturing practices without endangering the health or safety of self or others.
• Periodic travel may be required depending on business needs.

Benefits

Pharmavite is committed to meeting the needs of our employees and their families with a Total Rewards package that includes competitive compensation programs and standout benefits. Our total rewards package for this position may also include:

• Annual performance bonus.
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• 401(k) match.
• Wellness benefits.

Pay

National Target Base Pay Range: $80,000.00 - $133,000.00. The salary range for this position is based on national standards. For candidates in California and the New York metro, the Target Base Pay Range is $88,000.00 - $146,000.00, to reflect the cost of living and market conditions in those areas. Actual compensation will take into account a wide range of factors unique to each candidate, including but not limited to geographic location, education, experience, qualifications, and job-related skills. Base pay is only one component of our total rewards offerings.