We are seeking an experienced technical engineering Project Manager to lead design improvement and corrective action projects for various types of equipment used in pharmaceutical manufacturing. In this role, the team member will work at the client site and coordinate directly with multidisciplinary client teams to execute these projects and develop the associated technical documentation. The ideal candidate is a strong communicator with both technical and project management skills.
Your Key Responsibilities
- Lead planning, forecasting, and organization of multidisciplinary project teams for equipment design improvement projects in an FDA-regulated facility. Typical projects would include:
- Developing a solution that integrates equipment with automated data collection systems and historian software
- Adding alarms and permissive interlocks to automated equipment
- Drive the implementation of Corrective and Preventative Action Plans (CAPAs)
- Coordinate with automation, users, engineers, and technicians throughout the project life cycle
- Execute projects in accordance with Client protocols and procedures, including the ability to use Client systems
- Generate technical evaluations and test plans for changes associated with design improvement projects
- Oversee financial tracking, project schedule, tasks, and project documentation
- Manage projects for multiple pieces of equipment at a time
Location
Position location is for the Albany, NY office. 100% onsite presence at local client site is required.
QualificationsCapabilities and Credentials
- Experience designing in accordance with cGMP’s within biotechnology / pharmaceutical industry required
- Strong collaborative/interpersonal skills
- Strong attention to detail
- Technical writing skills.
- Comfort with reading technical drawings and P&IDs
- Manage multiple projects/deadlines and prioritize accordingly
Education and Experience
- Minimum of bachelor’s degree in engineering from an accredited institution with an emphasis in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering.
- Five years of related work experience or, an equivalent combination of education and experience to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above.
This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in engineering (Chemical or Mechanical)
- Minimum five years of related work experience
- Experience designing in accordance with cGMPs
- Strong collaborative and interpersonal skills
- Technical writing skills
- Ability to read technical drawings and P&IDs
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