Sr. Principal Engineer
At a glance
Senior Engineering Leadership role at Fresenius Kabi. Wilson · full-time · $90,816–$126,991 base.
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What you'll do
- Guide equipment work from early design and build through testing, fault-finding, repair and improvement
- Provide technical support for automated packaging, its PLCs and HMIs, and the industrial IT network
- Keep production systems compliant and validated through calibration, upkeep, repairs and hardware or software changes
- Lead capital upgrades from funding proposals and purchasing through installation, startup and project documentation
- Improve equipment efficiency and safety, prevent obsolescence, and advise leaders on complex technical decisions
What you bring
- You bring deep engineering expertise across automation, electrical controls, equipment and machinery
- You can apply cGMP and data-integrity requirements while keeping production systems in a validated state
- You have experience leading complex capital projects and resolving technical problems across disciplines
Who this fits
This senior technical role suits someone comfortable making independent decisions on complex projects and advising engineers, project teams and plant management. You may supervise three to five direct reports and may also manage supervisors’ work. The position is based in Wilson, United States.
From the employer
Job Summary
Leads the design, development, implementation and support of all aspects of automation, electrical control systems, equipment, and machinery related to site utilities, production equipment, and facilities. Is a technical leader and subject matter expert within Engineering, and a resource to the Maintenance and Validation departments to meet all regulatory and company specific policy requirements and to improve plant efficiency, capacity, and capability via continuous improvement and modernization objectives.Responsibilities
PRINCIPAL ACTIVITIES PERFORMED BY THE INCUMBENT
- Responsible for the research, development, design, layout, building, testing, troubleshooting, repairs and improvement of all manufacturing equipment.
- Responsible for the development, implementation, and technical support/ for all automated packaging and associated Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC), Human-Machine-Interfaces (HMI), and server/industrial IT network infrastructure.
- Responsible for implementing and maintaining complex production and packaging systems in a compliant (cGMP/data integrity) validated and operational state including calibration, maintenance, repairs, and hardware/software updates.
- Guides the conceptualization and development of new methodologies, processes, materials, machines, and computerized equipment for a pharmaceutical production environment.
- Generates innovative solutions to complex problems through the use of multiple disciplines and technical principles and advises senior management regarding appropriate action.
- Responsible for developing and implementing improvements for efficiency, safety and preventing equipment obsolescence. Leads capital improvement projects, including: funding requests, acquisition, installation, startup and associated documentation (including Risk Assessments, User Requirement Specifications, Functional Requirement Specifications, Design Specifications/Qualifications, Factory and Site Acceptance Tests, Machinability Studies and Standard Operating Procedures), and other items deemed appropriate by management.
- Responsible for rebuilding and upgrading of site utility systems and production equipment associated with packaging, and warehousing/distribution areas.
- Responsible for ensuring the validated state of all equipment, systems and facilities and compliance with all applicable cGMP (including data integrity), OSHA, DEC, EPA, ISO and local government regulations.
- Responsible for developing relationships with key vendors for technical support and for assistance in hardware applications. Networks with key contacts outside own area of expertise.
- Works without supervision on highly complex projects with extensive latitude for independent judgement.
- May supervise 3-5 direct reports. Acts as advisor to the engineering team, project teams, and plant management to meet schedules and budgets and/or resolve complex technical issues. May manage the work efforts of supervisors
Salary Range: $90,816 - $126,991
Position is eligible to participate in a bonus plan with a target of 10% of the base salary.
Final pay determinations will depend on various factors, including, but not limited to experience level, education, knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Our benefits and programs are comprehensive and thoughtfully crafted to ensure our colleagues live healthy lives and have support when it matters most. Benefits offered include a 401(k) plan with company contributions, paid vacation, holiday and personal days, employee assistance program, and health benefits to include medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage.
Additional Information
We offer an excellent salary and benefits package including medical, dental and vision coverage, as well as life insurance, disability, 401K with company contribution, and wellness program.
Please note that joining our team does not create a guaranteed or permanent employment arrangement. All employment is at‑will, meaning both the employee and Fresenius Kabi have the right to end the employment relationship at any time, in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.
Fresenius Kabi is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship, immigration status, disabilities, or protected veteran status.
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