Equipment Engineer — Sterile Packaging & Validation

ADP, Inc.; Woodstock (IL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Woodstock Sterile Solutions seeks an Equipment Engineer to specify, procure, install, and implement new packaging equipment at our Woodstock facility. You’ll support aseptic blow-fill-seal lines, identify cost-saving opportunities, and strengthen operational performance.

The role requires a BS in engineering, 5+ years of equipment engineering, and experience with packaging equipment in regulated industries. Occasional after-hours support and up to 10% travel are expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or an equivalent technical discipline.
• At least five years of Equipment Engineering experience; eight to ten years preferred.
• Experience with packaging equipment in pharmaceutical, food, or cosmetic industry is a plus, in cGMP environments.

Responsibilities

• Test and install new manufacturing equipment.
• Support equipment through validation, start-up, and continuous process improvement.
• Create drawings for equipment tooling and packaging materials used in manufacturing.
• Write and facilitate approval of user requirements, change-control documents, design specs, and acceptance-test docs for equipment projects.
• Develop and maintain project plans and manage equipment-related projects from inception through closeout.
• Prepare RFQs, review bids, and recommend equipment vendors.
• Define, evaluate, and communicate equipment requirements to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Provide engineering support after hours and on weekends for 24x7 operations.
• Travel up to 10% for FAT or equipment evaluations.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Documentation

Communication

Problem solving

Team work

English fluency

Independent work

Education

BS in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Job description

Woodstock Sterile Solutions seeks an Equipment Engineer to specify, procure, install, and implement new packaging equipment at our Woodstock facility. You’ll support aseptic blow-fill-seal lines, identify cost-saving opportunities, and strengthen operational performance.

The role requires a BS in engineering, 5+ years of equipment engineering, and experience with packaging equipment in regulated industries. Occasional after-hours support and up to 10% travel are expected.