Sr Engineer

ECHO Consulting Group Inc; Juncos (PR); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

ECHO Consulting Group, a leader in CQV, quality management, regulatory compliance, and manufacturing support, seeks engineers to optimize processes and troubleshoot operations in pharma and biotech settings.

Responsibilities include developing system modifications, coordinating with cross-functional teams, and presenting complex results. Strong knowledge of GMP, GDP, and packaging materials is preferred, with leadership experience valued.

Qualifications

• Doctorate or Masters + 2 years of Engineering experience, or a Bachelors in Engineering + 4 years of Engineering experience.
• Strong knowledge of GMP/GDP practices is preferred.
• Experience with pharmaceutical packaging materials and testing standards is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform characterization of process optimization strategies and troubleshoot operational issues.
• Design and implement major system modifications and capital projects.
• Develop, organize, analyze and present results for complex engineering problems.
• Coordinate work with cross-functional teams including research, manufacturing and quality assurance.
• Lead project activities and supervise engineers, associates and technicians.

Skills

Pharma/Biotech Processes

Validation & Compliance

Specialized Equipment

Advanced Problem Solving

Resource Optimization

Project Lifecycle

Multi-Project Handling

Vendor & Contractor Management

Team Leadership

Stakeholder Management

Technical Communication

Education

Engineering degree required

Tools

Lab equipment

Validation protocols

Job description

ECHO Consulting Group is a leader in providing solutions for the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical devices, and food industries. ECHO Consulting Group delivers high-quality solutions in CQV, quality management, regulatory compliance, manufacturing support, and project management. We are committed to offering exciting career opportunities in a workplace that values trust, respect, teamwork, creative talent, enthusiasm, and diligence. We are looking for talented professionals who are passionate about quality, collaboration, and delivering results. We believe great talent deserves great rewards. That’s why we offer a competitive compensation package and professional development.

Summary of Role:

Independently provides and/or directs the characterization of process optimization strategies and/or troubleshooting of operational issues in the operations, manufacturing, pilot plant or capital projects environment. Applies advanced and diverse engineering principles to the design and implementation of major system modifications, experiments, process and/or capital projects. Develops, organizes, analyzes and presents interpretation of results for operational issues or engineering projects of significant scope and complexity

Responsibilities

• Complete complex or novel assignments requiring development of new and/or improved engineering techniques and procedures.
• Develop engineering policies and procedures that affect multiple organizational units.
• Supervise, coordinate and review work of a small staff of engineers, associates and/or technicians on an ongoing basis as well as on a project basis.
• Employ advanced engineering techniques and/or modifications of advanced techniques within area of engineering expertise.
• Apply knowledge of engineering principles and practices outside of area of discipline expertise to broad variety of assignments in related fields.
• Serves as a peer-recognized engineering technology specialist in at least one area, with overall responsibility for determining methodologies in that area.
• Application of mature engineering knowledge in planning and conducting projects.* Other functions may be assigned

Design Engineering:

• Develop technical solutions to complex problems requiring the regular use of ingenuity and creativity.
• Work with research, manufacturing, process development, utilities, facilities, quality assurance and validation departments in developing requirements and recommendations for large and/or highly complex system/facility modifications.
• Work with project managers to complete design and engineering projects within schedule, budget and quality constraints.
• Coordinate the work of consultants, architects and engineering firms on development of standard design documents.
• Develop departmental budgets or project budgets encompassing multiple disciplines for area within project or entirety of smaller Project

Shift

Administrative

Location

Juncos, PR

Education

Doctorate OR Masters + 2 years of Engineering experience OR Bachelors in Engineering + 4 years of Engineering experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• General packaging/engineering experience in final product manufacturing within the Pharma/Biotech Industry.
• Excellent understanding of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Good Documentation Practices (GDP).
• Strong knowledge of common materials used in pharmaceutical primary and secondary packaging (bottles, labels, trays, lidding material, leaflets, paperboard, sterile barrier packaging, corrugate, etc.).
• Familiar with distribution testing per ASTM D4169 and ASTM, ISO, TAPPI, USP and EP testing standards.
• Strong interpersonal, project management, technical problem solving and communication (written and verbal) skills.
• Ability to work in teams and adapt to a continuously evolving environment.
• Ability and experience writing test protocols, performing technical evaluations and testing to support reports used to uphold the use of selected materials and packaging components.

Skills:

• Pharma/Biotech Processes: Strong knowledge of production and engineering science.
• Validation & Compliance: Expertise in writing, executing, and managing validation protocols under strict GLP/GMP standards.
• Specialized Equipment: Hands-on operation and expertise in lab equipment and specific processes.
• Advanced Problem Solving: Ability to solve routine to highly complex technical issues using scientific theory, calculations, and data analysis.
• Resource Optimization: Skilled at identifying and deploying internal or external resources to resolve issues independently.
• Project Lifecycle: Experienced in project management, from schedule and cost development to execution and completion.
• Multi-Project Handling: Proven ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
• Vendor & Contractor Management: Skilled in supervising third-party contractors and vendors.
• Team Leadership: Proven track record in delegation, teambuilding, and collaboration across diverse working styles.
• Stakeholder Management: Strong skills in negotiation, persuasion, facilitation, and conflict resolution.
• Technical Communication: Proficient in technical report writing and professional presentations.

Equal Employment Opportunity

ECHO Consulting Group, Inc. is committed to providing equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or membership in any other class protected by federal, state, or local law.

We assure you that your opportunity for employment with ECHO Consulting Group, Inc. depends solely on your qualifications.