Sr. Project Engineer - Tableting​/Coating

Position: Sr. Project Engineer - Tableting / Coating
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We are Reckitt
Home to the world's best loved and trusted hygiene, health, and nutrition brands. Our purpose defines why we exist: to protect, heal and nurture in the relentless pursuit of a cleaner, healthier world. We are a global team united by this purpose.

Join us in our fight to make access to the highest quality hygiene, wellness, and nourishment a right and not a privilege. ​​
Our supply chain is the backbone of our business. It's how we get our trusted products to people all over the world, safely and efficiently. And it's our talented and passionate teams that make this happen. If you're looking for a career in supply chain, there's no better place to be than Reckitt. We offer a variety of exciting opportunities in all areas of the supply chain, from planning and procurement to manufacturing and logistics.

You could join our Global Supply Planning team to develop and implement our global supply strategy, or work with our Procurement Centre of Excellence team to negotiate and manage our supplier relationships. Our Manufacturing Excellence team help us improve the efficiency, quality and safety of our manufacturing operations, and our Logistics Excellence team develop new and innovative ways to distribute our products to customers.
About the role
As a Senior Project Engineer specializing in tableting and coating systems, you will lead capital investment and master plan initiatives across solid dosage manufacturing operations. You'll provide technical direction and subject matter expertise in tablet compression, coating technologies, and material flow optimization. Your leadership will enhance throughput, product quality, and equipment reliability while aligning with plant performance and GMP compliance goals.
Your responsibilities
Lead execution of tableting and coating scope across the project lifecycle, coordinating with cross-functional teams, consultants, and equipment suppliers to meet safety, quality, schedule, and cost targets.
Manage design phases (concept, basic, detailed) for tablet presses, coaters, and associated systems; participate in design reviews and workshops to ensure robust engineering deliverables.
Oversee procurement, installation, and qualification of tableting and coating equipment including rotary presses, perforated pan coaters, fluid bed systems, and dust control infrastructure.
Coordinate with internal stakeholders (Production, QA, Maintenance, R&D) for seamless handover of tableting and coating systems and documentation.
Support startup activities including commissioning, IQ/OQ/PQ protocols, and integration into SOPs, preventive maintenance, and QMS frameworks.
Ensure documentation adheres to GDP standards and regulatory compliance (FDA, ICH, ISO); support validation and hygiene design requirements.
Develop and manage project budgets, cash flow forecasts, and detailed implementation schedules for tableting and coating scope.
Mentor junior engineers and technicians in tablet manufacturing and coating operations.
Generate and manage engineering documentation including layout drawings, URS, material flow maps, and validation protocols.
Conduct regular project meetings to communicate progress, risks, and mitigation strategies.
Supervise contractors and installation teams to ensure workmanship meets corporate standards and supports operational integrity through startup and commissioning.
The experience we're looking for
Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Chemical, Industrial, or related field) or equivalent experience.
8+ years of engineering experience including 3+ years in capital project management.
Deep understanding of tablet compression, coating technologies, and solid dosage manufacturing systems.
Skilled in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and MS Project.
Proven experience in tableting and coating systems within pharmaceutical or OTC healthcare manufacturing environments.
Strong organizational and communication skills with ability to lead cross-functional coordination.
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