Principal Engineer, Process Inst. & Cont

Boehringer Ingelheim; Saint Joseph (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Boehringer Ingelheim seeks a technical subject matter expert to assess instrument calibrations, bridging CMS entry requirements with engineering specs. The role includes developing calibration procedures and providing expert guidance on investigations, CAPA, and root-cause analysis.

You will train calibration technicians, site services, and end users, perform calibration activities during shutdowns as needed, and help upgrade instrumentation while following cGxP and safety guidelines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 10 years in calibration/PLC/microprocessor fields.
• Hands-on and formal training program development experience.
• Advanced troubleshooting skills.

Responsibilities

• Serve as SME bridging calibration evaluations for CMS entry vs end-user/engineering specs.
• Develop or revise existing calibration procedures.
• Provide high-level expertise in Out of Tolerance investigations and CAPAs to identify root causes and actions.
• Deliver on hands-on or formal training for calibration technicians, site services, and end users.

Skills

Calibration

CAPA investigations

Troubleshooting

Training plans

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Tools

CMMS

CMS

Trackwise

Ereq system

Job description

Description

To be a technical subject matter expert in assessing instrument calibrations as compared to engineering/user requirements, provide hands on and/or formal training for calibration, engineering, and end users as needed. As an employee of Boehringer Ingelheim, you will actively contribute to the discovery, development and delivery of our products to our patients and customers. Our global presence provides opportunity for all employees to collaborate internationally, offering visibility and opportunity to directly contribute to the companies' success. We realize that our strength and competitive advantage lie with our people. We support our employees in a number of ways to foster a healthy working environment, meaningful work, mobility, networking and work-life balance. Our competitive compensation and benefit programs reflect Boehringer Ingelheim's high regard for our employees.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Position will act as a subject matter expert and bridge the gaps between calibration evaluations for entry into the CMS, vs. end user or engineering defined specifications.
• Position will perform/assist in development of/or revision of existing calibration procedures.
• Position will provide a high level of technical expertise in assisting and performing assigned Out of Tolerance investigations, CAPA's, to help identify root cause analysis, in depth troubleshooting, and providing appropriate actions.
• Position will perform on hands and/or formal training as needed for usage and calibrations with calibration technicians, site services, and end users.
• Position may at times be required to act as a management backup for various electronic systems, such as CMMS, CMS, Ereq system, Trackwise, etc. This will include reviewing and approving various calibration documentation and work orders performed by others.
• Position will drive the BIAH calibration group change control process, by working with end users, engineering, maintenance, and vendors to upgrade obsolete instrumentation, or to assist in identifying more appropriate instrumentation for current processes.
• Position may at times due to shutdowns, technician leaves of absence, and/or to avoid production schedule interruptions, will perform calibration.
• Position will perform assigned team member project work such as BIgCAL program, or new processes moving into the plant.
• All work will be performed by cGxP guidelines, BIVI safety programs.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution with 10 years experiences working in calibration/PLC and microprocessor fields, preferably in a Pharma environment.
• Must have a well-established background in performing both hands on, and creation of formal training plans.
• Advanced troubleshooting skills.

Desired Skills, Experience And Abilities

Our Company

Why Boehringer Ingelheim?

With us, you can develop your own path in a company with a culture that knows our differences are our strengths - and break new ground in the drive to make millions of lives better. Here, your development is our priority. Supporting you to build a career as part of a workplace that is independent, authentic and bold, while tackling challenging work in a respectful and friendly environment where everyone is valued and welcomed. Alongside, you have access to programs and groups that ensure your health and wellbeing are looked after - as we make major investments to drive global accessibility to healthcare. By being part of a team that is constantly innovating, you'll be helping to transform lives for generations.