Lead Project Engineer

Whether you are involved in the design and development of manufacturing processes for products or supporting maintenance and reliability, engineering is vital to making sure customers and patients have the medicines they need, when they need them. Working with our innovative engineering team, you’ll help bring medicines to the world even faster by imagining what’s possible and taking action.

What You Will Achieve

The purpose of the Lead Project Engineer role is to manage the complete lifecycle of assigned capital projects at the Pfizer Rocky Mount site. This will include preparing project scopes, budgets and schedules; specification, purchase, installation and qualification of production, facility and automation equipment and systems. Provide technical support to manufacturing operations and other business units as required. Act as an equipment/systems subject matter expert. The position will support the development of capital plans and cycles to include project scopes, budgets, schedules and resources, as well as develop long range plans for site infrastructure systems as designated by the Engineering Manager.

How You Will Achieve It

• ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES
• The Lead Project Engineer will have project management responsibility for technical oversight and implementation of all capital projects assigned.
• This position will manage capital projects from the conceptual phase through qualification and turnover. This includes: developing project scopes, budgets/estimates, schedules, resources, equipment specification and procurement, and managing contract engineering and construction personnel.
• The position will support the manufacturing, facility and utility operations in troubleshooting and resolving complex technical issues, and will act as a technical subject matter expert on pharmaceutical manufacturing equipment and systems.
• The position will also identify and achieve cost reduction goals through the implementation of innovation and new technologies.
• The position will support the development of long range plans for site infrastructure, compliance, modernization and manufacturing efficiencies.
• Comply with site wide procedures including but not limited to change control, documentation, deviation reporting, cGMP compliance, safety, and electronic data security.
• Close-out assigned CAPAs, PRs, etc.
• Lead and attend Factory Acceptance Tests, on-site equipment test, commissioning activities, qualification activities, etc.
• Conduct or participate in high level presentations or discussions on matters pertaining to assigned projects
• Perform other related duties as assigned or required.

Qualifications

Must-Have

• Applicant must have a High School Diploma (or Equivalent) and 10 years of relevant experience OR an associates degree with 8 years of experience OR a bachelors with at least 5 years of experience OR Masters Degree with more than 3 years of experience, OR a PhD with 0+ years of experience.
• A broad background in pharmaceutical manufacturing, equipment automation, utilities support systems and clean facilities is required.
• Good working knowledge of {Current} Good Manufacturing Practices {part of GxP} and facility/equipment validation requirements
• Demonstrated commitment to values-based leadership
• Strong project and process management skills
• Ability to track performance against approved plans and react appropriately to unexpected outcomes
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including presentations
• User level computer knowledge for completing documentation and email
• Ability to utilize project management tools for report generation utilizing MS Project, budget tracking and timeline management tools.
• The position requires a high level of technical expertise in pharmaceutical processing systems, solutions mixing tanks and equipment, high purity piping distribution systems, aseptic filling operations, terminal sterilization processes, packaging equipment, automated visual inspection, and clean room facilities design requirements.

Nice-to-Have

• Relevant pharmaceutical experience in a sterile or pharmaceutical environment are required, will consider other FDA — GMP experience and medical device or combination product production.
• Provide mentorship for less senior engineers. This can include being accessible, listening, providing guidance, and help with goal-setting
• Continuing education and training to stay contemporary on current industry standards.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

Ability to write general correspondence, technical reports, perform mathematical calculations, data analysis, problem solving. Requires good written, oral communication and presentation skills. Requires good planning, organizing, time management and team participation skills.

NON-STANDARD WORK SCHEDULE, TRAVEL OR ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS

Standard (M-F) daytime work schedule. Some weekend, after hours and holiday work. Work requires on-site presence. Occasional national/international travel for equipment factory acceptance testing, training seminars, vendor meetings, work progress meetings, etc.

General office environment within manufacturing area with regular entry to warehouse or manufacturing area.

Relocation support available

Work Location Assignment:On Premise

The annual base salary for this position ranges from $93,500.00 to $151,300.00. In addition, this position is eligible for participation in Pfizer’s Global Performance Plan with a bonus target of 12.5% of the base salary and eligibility to participate in our share based long term incentive program. We offer comprehensive and generous benefits and programs to help our colleagues lead healthy lives and to support each of life’s moments. Benefits offered include a 401(k) plan with Pfizer Matching Contributions and an additional Pfizer Retirement Savings Contribution, paid vacation, holiday and personal days, paid caregiver/parental and medical leave, and health benefits to include medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage. Learn more at Pfizer Candidate Site – U.S. Benefits tendersglobal.net (uscandidates.mypfizerbenefits.com). Pfizer compensation structures and benefit packages are aligned based on the location of hire. The United States salary range provided does not apply to Tampa, FL or any location outside of the United States.

Relocation assistance may be available based on business needs and/or eligibility.

Sunshine Act

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EEO & Employment Eligibility

Pfizer is committed to equal opportunity in the terms and conditions of employment for all employees and job applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, disability or veteran status. Pfizer also complies with all applicable national, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration and Nationality Act and IRCA. Pfizer is an E-Verify employer.

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