Engineer II, Facilities Engineer

Veranova; West Deptford Township, Northern (NJ, KY); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness

Financial Wellness

Professional Development

Inclusive Culture

Job summary

Veranova in West Deptford, NJ seeks a Facilities Engineer to drive equipment performance, execute small capital projects, and provide SME support to safety, quality and uptime goals. You will partner with Operations, Maintenance and Capex teams to optimize operation and lifecycle management in a pharma manufacturing site.

We offer a collaborative culture with strong commitment to quality, compliance and professional development in a fast-growing global API organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in chemical or mechanical engineering or equivalent.
• 3–5 years of facilities engineering or process engineering experience.
• Experience with bulk pharmaceutical manufacturing and ISO 7/8 cleanrooms.

Responsibilities

• Support site through equipment & systems SME, including reactor systems and cleanrooms.
• Monitor performance and recommend improvements for reliability and schedule adherence.
• Collaborate with Operations, Maintenance and Capex teams to optimize equipment use.
• Support process hazards analysis, deviations and investigations.

Skills

Facilities engineering

Process engineering

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

cGMP concepts

Job description

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Full Time - Salary West Deptford, NJ, US

At Veranova, we believe people are our most important asset, and we are dedicated to building the most talented workforce in our industry. Our commitment to uncompromising focus on quality, compliance, safety, and excellence in delivery shapes everything we do. We are not just looking for skills; we are seeking innovative individuals who have a mindset open to learning and growth, and a desire to make a difference.

Veranova is a global leader in the development and manufacturing of complex active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) for pharma and biotech customers. With deep technical expertise and impressive flexibility, we develop solutions and processes that support and accelerate innovation.

Join us on our mission to enable current and next-generation therapeutics to improve and save the lives of patients.

Every role at Veranova plays a part in delivering an exceptional customer experience through ownership and integrity.

Role Overview:

The Facilities Engineer will be responsible for process & support equipment performance, execution of capital projects and subject matter expertise to support the site’s safety, quality, throughput and uptime goals.

Core Responsibilities:

• Support the site through equipment & systems subject matter expertise including, but not limited to reactor systems, isolation & drying equipment, milling, packaging, and cleanrooms.
• Monitor performance of process & support systems and recommend improvements in operation, maintenance and lifecycle management to ensure high reliability and manufacturing schedule adherence.
• Work closely with Operations, Maintenance and Capex teams to ensure new and existing equipment is used as designed, is fit for intended duty, minimize downtime and to support troubleshooting activities.
• Support all insurance, regulatory and customer inspections and manage remediation of any recommendations.
• Provide subject matter expertise to support process hazards analysis, manufacturing deviations, incident investigations and other site improvement efforts.
• Execute small capital projects related to process & support system equipment.
• Job scope requires ability to spend multiple hours standing and walking throughout the site and occasional use of elevated personal protective equipment.
• Additional assignments/duties to support team objective and contribute to the Veranova mission may evolve based on business needs.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in chemical or mechanical engineering or equivalent degree (Essential).
• 3-5 yeas of experience in facilities engineering, equipment design, process engineering or project engineering in the pharmaceutical industry or similar experience (Essential).
• Experience with and a thorough understanding of technical concepts, practices and procedures in bulk pharmaceutical manufacturing, ISO 7 & 8 cleanrooms and related support systems (Preferred).
• Certification in Project Management, Utility Systems Maintenance/Operation, cGMP Design (Preferred)
• Certification in pressure safety relief system design (Preferred)

The salary range for this role is $95,000-$105,000. This range represents a good-faith estimate of the compensation we expect to offer for this position at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be based on factors such as relevant experience, skills, qualifications, and internal equity. In exceptional cases, compensation may exceed the stated range.

All full-time employees are eligible to participate in our annual incentive bonus program. Bonus targets vary by career level and are based on individual and company performance.

Our Commitment:

• Health & Wellness: Comprehensive health & wellness benefits. Access to mental health resources and wellness programs. Generous PTO and holiday pay policies.
• Financial Wellness: Veranova is committed to fair and transparent compensation practices. This includes a competitive base salary, eligibility for performance-based bonuses, and an attractive 401(k) Plan with company match. Salary ranges reflect the scope and expectations of the role, and are based on market data, internal equity, and role-specific factors. Final compensation may vary depending on experience, skills, education, and business needs.
• Professional Development: Opportunities for continuous learning through LinkedIn Learning, workshops, conferences, and mentorship. Tuition Assistance for Undergraduate and Graduate degree programs.
• Inclusive Culture: At Veranova, an inclusive culture is integral to our values. We welcome people with diverse experiences and perspectives who share our mission to improve and save lives. Even if you don’t meet every qualification, we encourage you to apply. Veterans, first responders, and those transitioning from military to civilian life bring valuable skills that strengthen our team.

Additional Information:

Applicants for this role must be authorized to work in the United States without further employer sponsorship.

Agency and Search Firm Representatives

Veranova does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies and/or search firms for this job posting.

Important Notice Regarding Recruitment Scams

• Legitimate communications from Veranova will only come from official email addresses using our domain: @veranova.com.
• Legitimate LinkedIn communications will only come from active Veranova employees.
• Veranova will never ask candidates for sensitive personal information during the application process (e.g., bank account details or social security number).
• Veranova will never ask candidates for payment (e.g., for equipment, training, or background checks).

If you have any doubts or concerns about the authenticity of a job posting, please reach out to our HR department: [e-mail] (US.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Veranova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of Veranova to provide equal employment access and opportunity to all persons regardless of age, race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, physical or mental disability, genetic information, citizenship, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

All applications are carefully considered, and your details will be stored on our secure Application Management System. This is used throughout Veranova for the selection of suitable candidates for our vacancies as they arise. Veranova respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. For more information about how your personal data is used please view our privacy notice .