Job Overview
The Project Engineer plays a pivotal role in safely spearheading and overseeing projects related to Automation, Aseptic processing, new processing equipment, packaging, and facility builds or modifications.
* Coordinate the delivery of processing equipment to the site based on planned timelines and scope.
* Collaborate with equipment vendors and engineering personnel to ensure seamless equipment installation and services hook up.
* Lead the project team or support the project manager in Factory Acceptance Testing program.
* Coordinate all equipment documentation requirements and commissioning of equipment for validation activities.
* Develop equipment training and maintenance protocols.
* Report to the project manager on project progress and provide advice/support on key project outcomes.
* Contribute to technical problem-solving forums associated with product manufacture, aseptic fill, and packaging.
* Drive process improvement projects and work with business unit team leaders to implement improvement opportunities.
* Lead regular equipment/facility project review meetings and attend weekly tier meetings and monthly department meetings.
* Third-level qualification in an engineering or science discipline or equivalent experience.
* Experience working in the medical device or bio/pharmaceutical industry is advantageous but not necessary.
* 5 years+ experience, preferably in project management.
* Interpersonal skills to operate effectively in a multi-function project team setup.
* Teamwork experience, including strong organizational and time management skills.
* Exposure to process/equipment projects and experience in a GxP regulated environment.
* Proficiency in Windows Operating System, Microsoft Office, and good understanding of PLC and Scada systems.
* Flexibility to respond to production issues outside normal business hours.