JT771 - SR ENGINEER

qualityconsultinggroup; Juncos (PR); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Quality Consulting Group, LLC is seeking a talented engineer to join our team in Puerto Rico & USA, focusing on commissioning, qualification and packaging in pharmaceutical manufacturing. You’ll develop strategies, lead risk assessments, and oversee IQ/OQ/PQ across GMP-regulated environments.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, packaging experience in pharma, and strong GMP/GDP knowledge, with excellent cross-functional collaboration and documentation practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Packaging Engineering, or related technical field.
• Experience in packaging/engineering within pharmaceutical manufacturing.
• Strong GMP and GDP knowledge.
• Knowledge of primary and secondary packaging materials.
• Familiarity with distribution testing standards (ASTM D4169, ASTM, ISO, TAPPI, USP, EP).
• Strong project management and communication skills.
• Ability to work cross-functionally and adapt to priorities.
• Experience writing test protocols and technical reports.

Responsibilities

• Independently profiles process optimization strategies and troubleshoots issues in operations and manufacturing.
• Applies engineering principles to design and implement system modifications and projects.
• Develops qualification plans and lead CQ activities (IQ/OQ/PQ).
• Define system boundaries and conduct risk assessments to determine scope.
• Coordinate with vendors and internal teams during startup and validation.
• Review and approve commissioning documentation and test results.
• Ensure GMP/GDP compliance and maintain electronic document lifecycle.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Validation, QA, Manufacturing and Supply Chain.

Skills

GMP knowledge

GDP knowledge

Packaging knowledge

Project management

Cross-functional teamwork

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Job description

QUALITY CONSULTING GROUP, a leader inthe pharmaceutical, biotech, medical devices, and manufacturing industry, is looking for a talented, highly motivated and enthusiastic to join our team. In this role, you’ll work with a highly enthusiastic team, contributing in a world-class manufacturing industry in Puerto Rico & USA.

Responsibilities

• Independently provides and/or directs the characterization of process optimization strategies and/or troubleshooting of operational issues in the operations, manufacturing, pilot plant or capital projects environment.
• Applies advanced and diverse engineering principles to the design and implementation of major system modifications, experiments, process and/or capital projects. Develops, organizes, analyzes and presents interpretation of results for operational issues or engineering projects of significant scope and complexity.
• C&Q Strategy & Planning
• Develop and implement the overall Commissioning & Qualification strategy aligned with project and regulatory requirements.
• Define system boundaries and identify direct/indirect impact systems.
• Lead risk assessments (e.g., ISPE Baseline, ASTM E2500) to determine qualification scope.
• Develop C&Q plans, schedules, and resource forecasting.
• Commissioning Activities
• Oversee and/or execute commissioning activities including FAT, SAT, and field commissioning.
• Ensure systems are installed and operate per design specifications.
• Coordinate with vendors and contractors during startup activities.
• Review and approve commissioning documentation and test results.
• Qualification Execution (IQ/OQ/PQ)
• Author, review, and approve qualification protocols (IQ, OQ, PQ).
• Ensure traceability from User Requirements Specifications (URS) through testing.
• Execute or oversee protocol execution and ensure proper documentation of results.
• Documentation & Compliance
• Ensure all C&Q documentation complies with GMP, FDA, EMA, and internal Amgen standards.
• Maintain document lifecycle within electronic systems.
• Support data integrity and ALCOA+ principles throughout qualification activities.
• Prepare and support validation summary reports.
• Risk Management & Change Control
• Lead and document risk assessments related to system qualification.
• Evaluate and manage change controls impacting validated systems.Assess impact of deviations and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
• Cross-functional Coordination
• Collaborate with Engineering, Validation, Quality Assurance (QA), Manufacturing, and Supply Chain teams.
• Interface with system owners and technical authorities.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and project team members.
• Support project meetings, status reporting, and stakeholder communication.
• Characterization Process
• Develop the characterization protocols.
• Execute the characterization activities.
• Develop and review the characterization reports

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Packaging Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Experience in packaging and/or engineering within final product manufacturing in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry.
• Strong knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Good Documentation Practices (GDP).
• Knowledge of pharmaceutical primary and secondary packaging materials, including bottles, labels, trays, lidding materials, leaflets, paperboard, sterile barrier packaging, corrugated materials, and related packaging components.
• Familiarity with distribution testing standards, including ASTM D4169, ASTM, ISO, TAPPI, USP, and EP.
• Strong project management, technical problem-solving, interpersonal, and written/verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a cross-functional team environment and adapt to changing business priorities.
• Experience writing test protocols, conducting technical evaluations, and performing packaging or material testing to support technical reports and material/component qualification.

Quality Consulting Group, LLC is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.