This role will design, develop,
optimize, and support GMP drug product manufacturing and packaging
process, including equipment, facilities, and control systems at
our Middletown, Delaware site. This may include support of CQV
programs for manufacturing / packaging equipment, instruments,
utilities, and processes. The Engineer is also responsible for
ensuring external and internal quality standards are applied and
followed.
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Implementing and maintaining
manufacturing process automation and control
systems.
Participate
as a member of cross functional teams in completion of system
impact evaluations and system risk assessments in a multi-product
facility. Performs gap assessments and remediates new risks as new
equipment and / or products are
introduced.
Assists
with the preparation and maintenance of User Requirements
Specifications.
Ensuring
compliance with regulatory requirements (FDA, EMA, cGMP), quality
standards, and safety
regulations.
Conducting
risk assessments and supporting equipment / utilities qualification
activities.
Hands-on
experience with troubleshooting and resolving process
equipment-related issues during
production.
Experience
managing equipment, Preventive Maintenance, Calibration, and
reliability programs independently with minimum
supervision.
Experience
with OSD equipment but not limited to Wet Granulation systems, Bin
Blenders, Encapsulation, Tablet Presses, Tablet Coaters, Roller
Compactors, etc. is a
must.
Experience in
packaging equipment like bottle packaging, blister packaging, and
powder
packaging.
Collaborating
with cross-functional teams, including R&D, Quality Assurance,
Production, and Regulatory
Affairs.
Experience in
writing Change Controls, Investigation reports, Work Orders, CAPA,
Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), and risk
assessments.
Analyzing
process data and driving continuous improvement initiatives to
enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve product
quality.
Providing
technical support and training to production staff on new
processes, equipment, and safety
protocols.
Identifies
and proposes process improvement ideas and collaborates with
cross-functional teams to meet project deliverables and timelines,
including scheduling, testing, and deviation
resolution.
Performs
other related duties as
assigned.
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3 - 5 years of experience in a
Process or Equipment engineering role, preferably in the
pharmaceutical drug products manufacturing
industry.
Ability to
read and understand engineering drawings such as P&IDs,
equipment / facility layout drawings, electrical / pneumatic drawings,
and functional
specifications.
Thorough
understanding of cGMP and FDA
requirements
Strong
communication and documentation
skills
Proven project
management
skills
Experience with
equipment qualification following ISPE and ASTM
guidelines.
Proficient
with Microsoft Office Suite, Maximo, Calibration program software,
MES, etc.
Preferred
Qualifications : Prior
experience as an equipment or process engineer with process control
systems and troubleshooting of pharmaceutical manufacturing
processes and packaging
equipment.
Familiarity
with Sterile F / F equipment qualification is a
plus.
Familiarity with
the IOQ / PQ process / packaging equipment for the pharmaceutical
industry.
Familiarity
with Maximo or equivalent Regulatory Asset Manager
software.
Experience
Education : Bachelor’s
degree in engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial) or a
related field.
3-5
years of maintenance experience in a pharmaceutical, biotechnology,
life science, or FDA-regulated manufacturing
environment.
Knowledge
/ Skills /
Abilities : Technical :
Strong understanding of engineering principles, process design and
optimization, quality control, pharmaceutical manufacturing
technologies, equipment, and relevant software. Knowledge of cGMP
guidelines and regulatory compliance is
essential.
Analytical
& Problem-Solving : Ability to analyze complex processes and
data, identify bottlenecks, troubleshoot issues, and develop
effective
solutions.
Soft
Skills : Excellent communication (written and verbal), teamwork,
leadership, project management, organizational abilities, time
management, adaptability, attention to detail, critical thinking,
and negotiation skills.
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Industry Specific : Familiarity with FDA
regulations, cGMP guidelines, Lean Manufacturing, and risk
assessment techniques (HAZOP,
FMEA).
An
Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive
consideration for employment without regard to race, color,
religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national
origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated
against on the basis of
disability
This
job description does not state or imply that the above are the only
duties and responsibilities assigned to this position. Employees
holding this position will be required to perform any other
job-related duties as requested by
Management.
Engineer • Middletown, DE, US