Production Engineer

Our client, a leading pharmaceutical manufacturer, is seeking a Senior Production Engineer / System Owner to support manufacturing operations with a strong focus on equipment compliance, process reliability, and continuous improvement.

Lead the integration of new equipment and technology into manufacturing operations.

Drive LEAN and continuous improvement initiatives by identifying inefficiencies and eliminating non-value-added activities.

Ensure GMP compliance through proactive change management, qualification, and validation of equipment and processes.

Spend significant time on the production floor across shifts, supporting hands‑on troubleshooting and engineering solutions.

Participate in planning and coordination of maintenance and shutdown activities.

Collaborate with cross‑functional teams including Manufacturing, QA, QC, EHS, and Engineering.

Support project execution and capital planning, contributing to equipment layout, preventive maintenance, and validation activities.

Monitor system performance (OEE, yield, reliability) and develop plans for repair, replacement, and strategic lifecycle management.

Act as a technical resource for production engineers and provide operational support when needed.

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Chemical, or Manufacturing Engineering (or equivalent).

6+ years (with BS) or 4+ years (with MS) of relevant experience in pharmaceutical, food, or chemical industries.

Strong knowledge of GMP, FDA regulations, and plant maintenance systems.

Experience with reliability programs, audits, investigations, and technical report writing.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office, SAP, Trackwise, and other engineering tools.

Familiarity with problem‑solving tools (Six Sigma, DOE, 8D, Fishbone, SPC).

Effective collaboration and cross‑functional teamwork

Problem‑solving and results‑oriented mindset

Adaptability and action‑oriented leadership

Ability to drive engagement and instill trust

This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in maintaining high standards of production reliability, quality, and compliance for a growing pharmaceutical manufacturing site.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. Sponsorship is not available for this position.