Sr. Engineer (3127296)
Job Title: Senior Engineer (3127296)
Location: East of Puerto Rico (Open for Puerto Rico Residents)
Work Arrangement: 100% Onsite, Administrative Shift
Positions Available: 1
Duration: Approximately Nine Months
Job Summary
Our client is seeking a highly skilled Senior Engineer to lead and support process optimization strategies, troubleshoot operational challenges, and implement major system modifications within a regulated manufacturing environment. The successful candidate will apply advanced engineering principles to oversee capital projects, analyze complex operational issues, and drive innovative engineering solutions.
Preferred Qualifications
- Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering preferred.
- Experience in engineering field operations and supervising contractors.
- Proficiency in tools and technologies for:
- Creating presentations
- Preparing project schedules
- Sharing status updates with teams
- Expertise in conducting inspections of equipment, structures, and piping to ensure compliance with engineering specifications.
- Strong project lifecycle management skills, including identifying and resolving technical issues.
- Effective communication skills in English and Spanish, with the ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and contractors.
- Strong organizational and tracking abilities.
- Ability to read and interpret electrical and equipment drawings/isometrics.
- No restrictions on performing inspections and walkdowns at various heights.
Key Responsibilities
General Responsibilities
- Complete complex assignments requiring new or enhanced engineering techniques and procedures.
- Develop engineering policies and procedures impacting multiple organizational units.
- Supervise, coordinate, and review work performed by engineers, associates, and technicians.
- Apply advanced engineering principles and modifications to optimize operational efficiency.
- Utilize engineering expertise to address challenges across multiple disciplines.
- Act as a recognized specialist in at least one engineering technology domain.
- Lead and manage planning and execution of major projects.
- Additional functions may be assigned as required.
Design Engineering
- Develop innovative technical solutions to complex problems requiring ingenuity and creativity.
- Collaborate with research, manufacturing, process development, utilities, facilities, quality assurance, and validation teams to define requirements and recommendations for system and facility modifications.
- Ensure design and engineering projects meet schedule, budget, and quality requirements.
- Coordinate work with consultants, architects, and engineering firms to develop standard design documents.
- Manage departmental or project budgets spanning multiple engineering disciplines.
Education Requirements
- Doctorate in Engineering OR
- Master’s Degree + 2 years of engineering experience OR
- Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering + 4 years of engineering experience
Competencies & Required Skills
- Pharmaceutical/Biotech Process Knowledge
- Familiarity with validation processes and regulated documentation
- Ability to operate specialized laboratory equipment and computers
- Knowledge of GLP and GMP regulations
- Application of engineering science to production
- Strong problem-solving abilities for technical challenges
- Effective verbal and written communication skills
- Proficiency in technical report writing
- Ability to execute validation protocols
Technical & Project Management Skills
- Development of validation protocols
- Project lifecycle management and tracking
- Expertise in technical presentations and organization
- Ability to manage change and adaptability
- Equipment-specific technical expertise
- Strong analytical problem-solving skills
- Computer literacy and proficiency in specialized engineering software
- Coordination with contractors and vendors
- Knowledge of financial analysis tools and project cost development
Leadership & Collaboration Skills
- Strong negotiation, persuasion, and facilitation skills
- Ability to lead teams and manage contractors
- Experience in conflict resolution and team building
- Ability to delegate tasks and oversee multiple projects simultaneously
- Effective collaboration across multidisciplinary teams
- Expertise in schedule development and completion follow-ups
If you are an experienced engineer looking for an exciting opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge projects, we encourage you to apply inside the job description link with an updated resume today and take the next step in your career!