Project Engineer

Sharp Services

Allentown (Lehigh County)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 110,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

A leading engineering solutions provider in Allentown, PA is seeking a Project Engineer. The candidate will coordinate engineering projects from concept through completion and manage technical requirements, documentation, and vendor interactions. An essential background includes a BS in Engineering, with 3 to 5 years of relevant experience, particularly in troubleshooting manufacturing lines and knowledge of AutoCad. The role provides a competitive salary range of $90,000 to $110,000 annually.

Qualifications

3 to 5 years related experience in engineering.
Direct experience in troubleshooting manufacturing lines.
Ability to work in FDA/cGMP compliance environments.

Responsibilities

Direct, coordinate, and implement engineering projects.
Develop project documentation and define project scope.
Collaborate with project teams to meet technical goals.

Skills

Troubleshooting manufacturing lines

Project planning and coordination

Strong written and verbal communication

Knowledge of AutoCad

Experience with Solidworks

Education

BS degree in Packaging, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

Job description

This range is provided by Sharp Services. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$90,000.00/yr - $110,000.00/yr

Direct message the job poster from Sharp Services

Direct, coordinate, and implement engineering projects at all Sharp facilities from concept stages through completion which includes production start-up and technology transfer. This function includes interdepartmental communications with Operations, Finance, QC, Project Managers and Sales. Includes the functional authority for planning, organization, control, integration, and completion of engineering project within area of assigned responsibility by performing the following duties.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Engineering responsibility for the complete project including planning, design approaches and equipment choices as well as vendor choices.

Capable of developing and writing specific project documentation, such as URS, FRS, FAT, SAT and validation protocols as required.

Formulate and define technical scope, specifications and objectives of project as it relates to the Estimating Process.

Responsible for guiding the appropriate shop and Operations personnel where applicable to complete portions of or complete project tasks.

Involved with special projects such as the installation and evaluation of new or modified equipment, experimental projects, recommendations, documentation, and resolution. Coordinates with project team to assure technical project goals are aligned with overall project plan.

Responsible for the requisition of equipment whether purchased or designed to complete the project objective, on time and within budget.

Demonstrate creativity and ingenuity in the solution of design problems on new and existing machinery.

Consider in the design project such factors as simplicity of change over, assembly and disassembly, safety and ergonomics.

Assist in writing and reviewing specific procedures, cGMP’s and SOP’s as required including updating machine manuals, training checklists, etc..

Must be capable of troubleshooting packaging machinery and equipment, while applying knowledge of engineering technology, as part of the Engineering staff.

Design, fabricate and assemble new or modified mechanical components or assemblies for products, such as packaging equipment and machinery, machine tools and measuring instruments.

Set-up and conduct test of complete units and components under operational conditions to investigate design proposals for improving equipment performance or other factors, or to obtain data for development, standardization and quality control.

Possesses a competent knowledge of all equipment and processes. Increase competence through individual technical data, interpretation of mechanical functions, comprehensive discussions with production mechanics, engineers, equipment operators and manufacturers’ representatives.

Design tooling and machine parts based on layouts and package proposal drawings.

Responsible for package proposal drawings, artwork drawings, material layouts and web layouts.

Capable of reverse engineering for parts and or assemblies.

Maintain and update Engineering databases such as Sample Order, Tool Set Number and Tooling Number.

Capable of self-motivation and working with minimal supervision. Must be persuasive and flexible in actions and assume project leadership in a fast-paced production environment.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This job has no supervisory responsibilities but will provide technical support to the Mechanics and Electricians during the construction and start-up of machinery.

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

BS degree in Packaging, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering with a minimum of 3 to 5 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Also essential are direct experience in troubleshooting manufacturing lines; ability to plan and coordinate projects; strong written, verbal communication and presentation skills. Preferred attributes include working knowledge of applied manufacturing engineering principles; industry experience in food or pharmaceutical and experience working in FDA/cGMP compliance environments. Working knowledge of AutoCad is a must and experience with Solidworks is a plus.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee frequently is required to stand, sit, and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

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