Project Engineer III- Life Sciences

Project Engineer III – Facilities and Engineering

At OFD Life Sciences, we are a purpose‑driven company with six decades of expertise in freeze‑drying technology. Our headquarters in Albany, Oregon fuels bold ideas while we expand our pharmaceutical process capabilities. The Project Engineer III will scope, plan, and manage capital projects to provide new equipment and capabilities for our company assets, working cross‑functionally with R&D/Technical Services, Manufacturing, Quality, and Maintenance to ensure compliance with process safety, product, and environmental regulations.

• Execute all aspects of capital projects as assigned, including cost estimates, scope definition, capital appropriation requests, design specifications, bidding, budget management, contractor management, installation, and start‑up.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with qualified contractors, vendors, and fabricators to support project execution.
• Research, evaluate, and implement new technologies and equipment solutions to enhance operations.
• Provide technical support to R&D, manufacturing, and maintenance teams to optimize lab, processing, and packaging systems, as well as structural modifications.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations, including OSHA, USDA, FDA, UBC codes, and applicable SQF and ISO programs.
• Utilize asset management software to track new assets, maintain accurate records, analyze data, and leverage historical insights to guide future project decisions.

• Generally, a minimum of five (5) years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry, specifically in a technical role.
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Chemical, or Industrial Engineering required.
• Proven track record in scoping, managing, and executing capital projects within the pharmaceutical industry.
• Demonstrated ability to design and implement new processes and equipment in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, and problem‑solving skills.

• Customize your healthcare coverage: including medical, dental, and vision options to fit your needs.
• Boost your savings:
  Choose an FSA or HSA for extra flexibility.
• Plan for your future: enroll into our 401(k) with employer match and immediate vesting.
• Peace of mind:
  Life and disability insurance to keep you and your loved ones protected.
• Pet insurance for your four‑legged family members.
• Paid company holidays, PTO and sick time.
• Community support opportunities.
• Employee discounts and special savings on Mountain House products.
• Bonuses for referring new team members.

Oregon Freeze Dry is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug‑Free Workplace. We value diversity and are committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and respectful environment for all employees. Qualified candidates of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply and will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or disability.

All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment may be required to take and pass a pre‑employment drug screen and background check.