Manager, Principal Compliance Engineer

Bristol-Myers Squibb; United States; On-site; USD 107,000 - 129,000; Full time

Job summary

Bristol Myers Squibb is seeking a Principal Compliance Engineer, ECQ, to lead equipment commissioning and qualification efforts at Summit, NJ. You will manage a team (contract or full-time) performing periodic reviews to keep equipment in a validated state, drive gap analyses, and lead regulatory-compliance projects.

The role requires strong knowledge of cGMP, FDA regulations, and QA processes, with an emphasis on documentation, training, and cross-functional collaboration across manufacturing

Qualifications

• BS in Engineering or Science-related discipline is required.
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in an FDA-regulated industry.
• 2 years' experience in a quality assurance-related discipline preferred.
• In-depth knowledge of regulatory guidelines (FDA, EMA, USP, EP, JP).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; able to work independently.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; team player and proactive.

Responsibilities

• Ensure Equipment Compliance with local, global, and regulatory policies.
• Review and implement revisions to USP, EP, JP, FDA, and regulatory guidelines.
• Perform gap analyses on existing equipment and technologies.
• Review new equipment and technologies to ensure compliance.
• Review and revise departmental procedures to maintain compliance.
• Support or lead HPR on-demand board meetings and investigations/deviations.
• Identify, scope, lead, and support projects to maintain equipment and departmental compliance.
• Participate in internal and external audits.

Skills

GXP, cGMP

21 CFR Part 11

Regulatory knowledge

Communication skills

Multi-tasking

Project leadership

MS Office

Enterprise apps knowledge

Organizational skills

Education

BS in Engineering or Science-related discipline

5+ years in FDA-regulated industry

QA discipline experience preferred

Regulatory guideline knowledge (FDA, EMA, USP, EP, JP)

Tools

Calibration management software

Environmental monitoring systems

Job description

At Bristol Myers Squibb, our employees often ask, "Who are you working for?"-a question that fuels collaboration, accountability, and urgency in our work. Our purpose-driven culture inspires us to discover, develop, and deliver innovative medicines to prevail over serious diseases. We offer uniquely interesting and meaningful work, opportunities for growth, and a supportive environment that values inclusion, wellbeing, flexibility, and comprehensive benefits. This is work that transforms the lives of patients, and the careers of those who do it.

Position Title

Principal Compliance Engineer, ECQ

Location

Summit West, NJ

Purpose and Scope of Position

The Principal Compliance Engineer, Equipment Commissioning & Qualification (ECQ), supports the successful operation of facility, laboratory, and business functions at Summit, NJ. This role involves interaction with internal team members, peer-level customers, and external service providers. The Principal Compliance Engineer will lead a team of contract or full-time personnel responsible for performing periodic reviews of equipment, policies, and procedures to ensure they remain in a validated state. Responsibilities include performing gap analyses, and leading small and large-scale projects to achieve departmental objectives.

Required Competencies: Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Advanced knowledge of cGMP, GXP, GAMP, SDLC regulations, including 21CFR part 11, computer systems validation requirements, and good documentation practices.
• Advanced understanding of pharmaceutical, manufacturing, and laboratory systems and equipment.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills; experience working with a inclusive workforce.
• Proven multi-tasking and organizational skills; ability to manage multiple concurrent assignments in a high-paced environment.
• Strong presentation development and delivery skills.
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and extensive background in database systems.
• Ability to quickly learn new software, such as corporate intranet and enterprise business applications.
• Ability to organize and present information clearly.

Education and Experience

• BS in Engineering or Science-related discipline is required.
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in an FDA-regulated industry.
• 2 years' experience in a quality assurance-related discipline preferred.
• In-depth knowledge of regulatory guidelines (FDA, EMA, USP, EP, JP).
• Excellent computer skills, including knowledge of calibration management and environmental monitoring systems.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; able to work independently.
• Must possess strong interpersonal and communication skills, be a team player, and demonstrate professional maturity, initiative, and accountability.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensure Equipment Compliance
• Ensure all equipment and technologies at Bristol Myers Squibb comply with local, global, and regulatory policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Review and implement revisions to USP, EP, JP, FDA, and regulatory guidelines.
• Perform gap analyses on existing equipment and technologies.
• Review new equipment and technologies to ensure compliance.
• Ensure ECQ Departmental Compliance
• Participate in revisions of departmental procedures to maintain compliance.
• Ensure departmental procedures and policies are aligned with current local, global, and regulatory requirements.
• Historical Performance Review (HPR) and Compliance Project
• Support or lead HPR on-demand board meetings and investigations/deviations.
• Compliance Projects
• Identify, scope, lead, and support projects of varying complexity to maintain equipment and departmental compliance.
• Regulatory Responsibilities
• Participate in and prepare for both internal and external audits.

Working Conditions

Physical/Mental Demands

• Occasional stooping, bending, stretching, pushing, pulling, reaching, and/or lifting up to 25 lbs.
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, and move within workspace for extended periods.
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks, including hand-to-finger manipulations, grasping, pushing, and pulling.

Environmental Conditions

• Primarily office-based, but will require entry into laboratory or GMP process areas with proper gowning, lab coats, PPE (safety glasses, shoes).
• Ability to work safely and effectively both independently and with others.

This job description provides a general overview of the responsibilities and requirements for the Principal Compliance Engineer, ECQ position. Additional duties may be assigned as needed.

Compensation Overview

Summit West - NJ - US: $106,630 - $129,214

The starting pay range(s) listed above is for full-time employees (FTE). You may also be eligible for additional discretionary incentive ca