Senior Mechanical/Electrical Engineer

About the role

We are seeking a Technical Resource to support our company's objectives with respect to engineering design, process, and implementation, focusing on machinery used in the packaging production process. This role serves as a subject matter expert (SME) with regards to filling and packaging systems.

Responsibilities

• Engage in technical discussions with potential suppliers
• Organize and write specifications based on the needs and requirements (URS)
• Launch calls for tenders (Request for Proposal, Request for Service)
• Ensure the solution designed respects the established specifications
• Document and validate technical choices that may deviate from established specifications in a formal manner
• Execute projects and tasks to the approved completion deadlines and within the defined budget
• Work in partnership with external companies
• Propose and apply solutions to mitigate and compensate for possible work delays
• Proactively alert site management to potential problems
• Monitor the installations and commissioning of equipment
• Cook up and coordinate with various suppliers and vendors to ensure their compliance to health and safety instructions
• Possess adequate technical expertise allowing problem resolution
• Respect the data in the specifications
• Communicate with Production to coordinate activities with respect to production constraints
• Assist with commissioning activities and in putting the equipment into production
• Carry out an assessment after each commissioning
• Serve in an expert role in writing feasibility and line trials, qualification protocols, execution of the tests, writing and approval of any resulting reports
• Participate in operator training (training)
• Work with internal customers to define the training requirement and provide technical content
• Organize training in collaboration with suppliers
• Study the technical needs associated with new site investments
• Participate in different project groups
• Collect and analyze needs from internal stakeholders
• Define technical solutions and implementations
• Respect the technical, regulatory and quality requirements issued by Management and Quality Assurance
• Take into account the necessary parameters (water production, energy, etc.)
• Respect flows, workshop ergonomics and safety constraints
• Ensure the documentation of completed projects is updated
• Create technical drawings of the factory and update according to approved documentation practices

Qualifications/Experience

• Minimum 8 years in either a manufacturing environment, or equipment and packaging technology
• Proficiency in CAD and P&ID diagram creation, editing and review
• PMP a plus
• Experience in a regulated environment (FDA) a plus

Skills

• This position requires the ability to think in high level terms to develop engineering solutions for new processes
• The ability to think in specific, detailed terms when problem solving for existing processes
• Strong background in technical troubleshooting, problem solving
• Detailed knowledge of packaging equipment operation, vision systems, and validation requirements
• Ability to work in a matrix organization with cross-functional teams
• Ability to specify, procure, oversee installation, and commission systems and processing equipment
• Strong project management skills
• Batch processing, facilities, building utilities and infrastructure knowledge and experience
• Proficient knowledge of pharmaceutical cGMP requirements and systems a plus

Physical Requirements/Environment

• Traditional office environment, with frequent visits to other areas of the facility, including production areas, loading docks, and laboratories
• Must be able to work on a computer for extended periods of time
• Must wear safety glasses and other protective items as required
• Sitting 75% of the day; standing or walking 25%

Benefits

• 100% employer-paid medical premiums (a $2,000–$6,000+ annual value)
• 401(k) contributions: 6% match plus an additional 4% company-funded contribution
• HSA contributions with wellness incentives
• Annual performance bonuses and merit increase eligibility
• And more—because we invest in your health, your future, and your peace of mind

Pay

$100,000.00 - $115,000.00 USD

Schedule

Traditional office environment, with occasional travel for business (Domestic and International)