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Title: Senior Engineer 35627

Location: Juncos, Puerto Rico — Open to Puerto Rico residents only

Position: 1

Work Schedule: Onsite | Administrative Shift, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Contract Duration: 5 months

Overtime: May be required based on business needs

Position Summary

Our client is seeking a Senior Engineer to independently lead and support process optimization, troubleshooting, engineering projects, and system modifications within a regulated manufacturing environment.

The ideal candidate will apply advanced engineering principles to develop technical solutions, support equipment and process design, execute validation activities, and manage projects involving operations, manufacturing, pilot plant, or capital projects. This role requires strong problem-solving skills, technical judgment, collaboration, and the ability to manage multiple projects and stakeholders.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering with 4+ years of engineering experience, or equivalent education and experience:
• Master’s degree plus 2 years of engineering experience, or
• Doctorate in a relevant field.
• At least 5 years of engineering experience preferred.
• Experience in pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or medical device manufacturing preferred.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred.

Preferred Technical Experience

• Packaging equipment and processes.
• Design and implementation of new equipment and processes.
• Engineering and capital projects.
• Equipment and process validation.
• Pharmaceutical or biotechnology manufacturing environments.
• Knowledge of regulated manufacturing practices, including GMP and GLP.
• Experience with validation protocol execution and documentation.
• Ability to apply engineering principles and scientific methods to production and process improvement.

Key Responsibilities

Engineering & Process Optimization

• Lead complex or novel engineering assignments and develop improved engineering techniques, procedures, and solutions.
• Characterize process optimization strategies and troubleshoot complex operational issues.
• Apply advanced engineering principles to manufacturing processes, equipment, system modifications, experiments, and capital projects.
• Develop technical solutions to complex problems using engineering analysis, calculations, scientific principles, and creative problem-solving.
• Evaluate technical issues and independently determine when additional internal or external resources are required.
• Provide solutions to technical problems of moderate to large complexity and scope.
• Serve as a technical resource in areas of engineering expertise and establish appropriate methodologies.

Design Engineering & Projects

• Develop requirements and engineering recommendations for major or complex system and facility modifications.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Process Development, Utilities, Facilities, Quality Assurance, Validation, Research, and other cross-functional teams.
• Partner with project managers to deliver engineering projects within established schedule, budget, and quality requirements.
• Coordinate consultants, architects, engineering firms, contractors, and vendors as needed.
• Support development of standard design documents and technical requirements.
• Develop project schedules, budgets, and cost estimates involving multiple disciplines.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining appropriate follow-up and completion.

Validation & Documentation

• Support and execute validation activities for new equipment installations and process modifications.
• Develop and review validation protocols and related technical documentation.
• Ensure engineering activities and documentation comply with applicable GMP, GLP, and regulatory requirements.
• Interpret and apply validation requirements throughout equipment and process implementation.
• Prepare technical reports, presentations, and documentation to communicate project findings and recommendations.

Leadership & Collaboration

• Coordinate and review the work of engineers, associates, technicians, and project team members.
• Delegate and manage project activities while ensuring timely completion and follow-up.
• Provide technical leadership and facilitate collaboration across multiple functional areas.
• Support negotiation, conflict resolution, and alignment among internal teams, contractors, vendors, and other stakeholders.
• Manage contractors and vendors to support project objectives.
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships across different communication and working styles.

Core Competencies

• Advanced problem-solving and applied engineering.
• Analytical thinking and technical decision-making.
• Engineering calculations and scientific analysis.
• Technical writing and presentation skills.
• Project management and schedule development.
• Facilitation and cross-functional collaboration.
• Financial analysis and project cost development.
• Leadership and team building.
• Negotiation and conflict resolution.
• Change management and adaptability.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Computer literacy and ability to work with specialized equipment and systems.
• Ability to work independently while recognizing when additional resources are needed.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects in a fast-paced, regulated environment.

Additional responsibilities may be assigned based on business needs.