Equipment Engineer

Nemera•Vernon Hills, IL

About The Position

Nemera is a global manufacturer of complex drug delivery systems for the pharmaceutical industry, with products including inhalation, injection, nasal and dermal pump, and ophthalmic delivery devices. The Equipment Engineer supports equipment needs for injection molding manufacturing, from project quotations and technical specifications through supplier coordination, installation, training, maintenance documentation, and continuous improvement. The role works with Central Engineering, suppliers, maintenance, operations, and other stakeholders to ensure equipment meets applicable standards, project requirements, and safety expectations. The position works in an office and clean manufacturing environment that may have moderate noise and requires appropriate personal protective equipment and cleanroom apparel.

Requirements

Engineering or technical degree, or equivalent.
Ability to work with electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical drawings.
Three to five years of experience in injection molding manufacturing.
Able to frequently lift up to 40 lbs.
Ability to push and pull items.
Ability to stand and/or walk constantly during the shift.
Ability to climb up and down ladders.
Clear and well-organized oral and written communication.

Nice To Haves

3D modeling experience, including SolidWorks.
Experience with Microsoft Office tools.

Responsibilities

Participate in quotations for new projects and project reviews.
Work with Central Engineering to develop and implement Nemera standards.
Define requirements for injection molding machines, peripherals, and material handling systems according to Nemera standards and application-specific requirements.
Determine energy connections, including water, electricity, and air, and mold-press interfaces.
Write machine and peripheral specifications.
Contract suppliers, analyze offers and proposed solutions, and monitor equipment production for deadlines, quality, and safety requirements.
Organize and monitor equipment unloading and installation, coordinating stakeholders and ensuring compliance with safety rules.
Organize and monitor machine movements between cleanrooms as site layout plans change.
Optimize existing equipment in response to changes in standards.
Write operational work instructions and train maintenance and operations end users on machines and peripheral equipment.
Create preventative maintenance work instructions based on vendor guidelines and work with the Method Specialist to ensure documentation is stored in the MES system.
Monitor emerging technologies, research advancements, and propose technical solutions for continuous improvement and business needs.
Manage purchase requisitions and track project budgets and expenditures.
Participate in developing and implementing the department’s progress plan.
Support lean and continuous improvement initiatives.
Support maintenance in identifying and solving recurring issues on injection equipment.
Follow safety procedures, including using required personal protective equipment.
Participate in factory acceptance tests at injection molding vendors as required.
Perform other duties as assigned.