Product Development Engineer

Colorcon®; Belen (NM); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-wide bonus program

100% company-paid Dental Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement up to $8,000 per year

401(k) Company Matching

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Job summary

Colorcon® in Belen, New Mexico, is seeking a Product Development Engineer to develop and maintain industrial processes while overseeing projects and coordination among teams. This role also involves ensuring compliance with safety regulations and supporting sales efforts.

The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and possess at least 3 years of manufacturing engineering experience, preferably in related fields.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of manufacturing engineering experience.
• Experience in plastics, pharmaceuticals, or medical-grade plastics preferred.
• Certification such as PMP is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Run projects and develop industrial processes.
• Manage supplier selection and equipment procurement.
• Ensure compliance with safety and GMP standards.

Skills

Project management methodologies

Technical support

Process improvement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Job description

Overview

Colorcon® is a world leader in the development, supply and technical support of formulated film coating systems, modified release technologies, specialty excipients and functional packaging for the pharmaceutical, nutritional, and animal health industries. Our best-in-class products and technologies are complemented by our extensive formulation experience, application data and value-added services to support all phases of solid oral dose design, development, and manufacture.

Colorcon has 26 technical service laboratories globally and more than 2100 employees exclusively dedicated to its customer base. We are a diverse, global company with operating principles that define our culture, values and goals.

• Parental Leave

Our People Enjoy a Wide Offering of Employee Benefits, including but not limited to:

• All employees are eligible to participate in our company-wide bonus program


• Employees have the choice between three medical plans


• 100% company-paid Dental Insurance for all employees and their qualifying dependents


• Optional Vision Coverage


• Fitness and Wellness Programs


• Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)


• Corporate Social Responsibility Groups (CSR)


• Parental Leave


• Tuition Reimbursement; up to $8,000 per calendar year


• 401(k) Company Matching


• Paid Time Off


• Paid Holidays

Job Description - Product Development Engineer

The Product Development Engineer runs projects, develops, and maintains industrial processes, coordinates teams, and establishes schedules. This role oversees equipment requirements, supplier selection, procurement, and execution. Additionally, the Engineer drives testing, commissioning, and continuous improvement, supports sales, ensures safety compliance, and maintains process documentation and standards.

Responsibilities & Duties

• Serve as a Development & Application Engineer on assigned initiatives such as New Product Requests (NPRs), Change Controls, and Equipment Validations.


• Draft project specifications and manage technical, financial, and documentation aspects throughout the project lifecycle.


• Establish and maintain project development schedules.


• Analyze project proposals and provide layout recommendations.


• Ensure smooth execution of projects in terms of deadlines, quality, and performance.


• Manage supplier relationships during the warranty period in case of production issues.

Process Development & Standardization

• Develop and maintain industrial processes aligned with operational needs.


• Contribute to the evolution and standardization of processes.


• Lead continuous improvement projects in collaboration with Continuous Improvement (CI) Specialist.


• Manage and update procedures and Work Instructions related to Development & Application (D&A).

Equipment & Supplier Management

• Define equipment requirements in collaboration with relevant departments.


• Participate in supplier selection and evaluation with the Quality Department.


• Identify new suppliers and monitor emerging technological trends.


• Negotiate and manage procurement of production equipment.


• Ensure the plant has the necessary resources for production launch.

Implementation & Commissioning

• Act as the interface between industrialization and plant teams for project-related matters.


• Oversee testing and commissioning by coordinating resources and tools.


• Collaborate with technical services on mold and machine specifications during commissioning.


• Provide off-site support and coordination with global teams during implementation.

Sales & Client Support

• Provide technical support to the sales team during client interactions.


• Participate in client meetings and contribute to solution validation.

Compliance & Safety

• Ensure the safety of people and assets in the context of new projects.


• Follow safety instructions and apply applicable regulations and standards.


• Adhere to GMPs (6S, Quality, Hygiene) and internal policies and procedures.


• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with Engineering major required.


• Minimum of 3 years of manufacturing engineering experience required; experience in plastics, pharmaceuticals, packaging, or medical-grade plastics strongly preferred.


• Strong knowledge of project management methodologies, including Stage-Gate processes.


• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred.

Location

101 Christine Dr
Belen, New Mexico, 87002
United States

Colorcon participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9.

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