Senior Packaging Equipment Engineer (Mech/Electrical)

Unither Pharmaceuticals; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-paid medical premiums

401(k) match

HSA contributions

Annual performance bonuses

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Unither Pharmaceuticals’ Rochester site, part of a French pharmaceutical group, seeks a Lead Mechanical/Electrical Engineer to drive packaging and filling systems projects. You will guide technical design, installation, and commissioning for manufacturing equipment in a regulated setting.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, manage supplier relationships, and ensure documentation and validation align with cGMP requirements while supporting site improvements and capital projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or related discipline.
• 5–8 years in manufacturing or packaging technology.
• PMP a plus; FDA/regulatory exposure is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Engage in technical discussions with potential suppliers (suppliers).
• Organize and write specifications based on needs and URS.
• Launch tenders (RFP/RSS).
• Coordinate commissioning and validation of packaging equipment.
• Coordinate with external companies to meet deadlines within budget.
• Assist with commissioning and in production start-up.

Skills

Technical troubleshooting

Packaging equipment operation

Vision systems

Validation requirements

Cross-functional teamwork

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Master’s Degree considered a plus

Tools

CAD

P&ID diagrams

Job description

Unither Pharmaceuticals’ Rochester site, part of a French pharmaceutical group, seeks a Lead Mechanical/Electrical Engineer to drive packaging and filling systems projects. You will guide technical design, installation, and commissioning for manufacturing equipment in a regulated setting.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, manage supplier relationships, and ensure documentation and validation align with cGMP requirements while supporting site improvements and capital projects.