Product Development Engineer

Colorcon Inc • Belen, NM

23h • Onsite

About The Position

Colorcon® is a world leader in the development, supply and technical support of formulated film coating systems, modified release technologies, specialty excipients and functional packaging for the pharmaceutical, nutritional, and animal health industries. Our best-in-class products and technologies are complemented by our extensive formulation experience, application data and value-added services to support all phases of solid oral dose design, development, and manufacture. Our focus on market issues and technology development has earned Colorcon an international reputation as a pharmaceutical supplier of choice. That reputation is based on superior product quality, unparalleled technical support, extensive regulatory assistance and reliable supply from multiple locations, with our Global Headquarters located in Harleysville, Pennsylvania. Colorcon has 26 technical service laboratories globally and more than 2100 employees exclusively dedicated to its customer base. We are a successful company thanks to our diverse workforce and global reach. We believe that our operating principles define our culture, values and organizations and are key to achieving our mission and vision, strategies and goals.
Platinum Rule: We treat others the way they want to be treated
Empowerment: We trust our colleagues with responsibility and decision-making
Keep Getting Better: We create an environment for constant improvement, to be the best we can
Teamwork: We embrace the value of collaboration; work together to exceed what is possible as individuals
Customer Focus: We put our customers’ needs at the heart of everything we do
Global Respect: We are citizens of a diverse world and behave with respect for the communities in which we operate

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree with Engineering major required.
• Minimum of 3 years of manufacturing engineering experience required
• Strong knowledge of project management methodologies, including Stage-Gate processes.

Nice To Haves

• experience in plastics, pharmaceuticals, packaging, or medical-grade plastics strongly preferred.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a Development & Application Engineer on assigned initiatives such as New Product Request (NPRs), Change Controls, and Equipment Validations.
• Draft project specifications and manage technical, financial, and documentation aspects throughout the project lifecycle.
• Establish and maintain project development schedules.
• Analyze project proposals and provide layout recommendations.
• Ensure smooth execution of projects in terms of deadlines, quality, and performance.
• Manage supplier relationships during the warranty period in case of production issues.
• Develop and maintain industrial processes aligned with operational needs.
• Contribute to the evolution and standardization of processes.
• Lead continuous improvement projects in collaboration with Continuous Improvement (CI) Specialist.
• Manage and update procedures and Work Instructions related to Development & Application (D&A).
• Define equipment requirements in collaboration with relevant departments.
• Participate in supplier selection and evaluation with the Quality Department.
• Identify new suppliers and monitor emerging technological trends.
• Negotiate and manage procurement of production equipment.
• Ensure the plant has the necessary resources for production launch.
• Act as the interface between industrialization and plant teams for project-related matters.
• Oversee testing and commissioning by coordinating resources and tools.
• Collaborate with technical services on mold and machine specifications during commissioning.
• Provide off-site support and coordination with global teams during implementation.
• Provide technical support to the sales team during client interactions.
• Participate in client meetings and contribute to solution validation.
• Ensure the safety of people and assets in the context of new projects.
• Follow safety instructions and apply applicable regulations and standards.
• Adhere to GMPs (6S, Quality, Hygiene) and internal policies and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• All employees are eligible to participate in our company-wide bonus program
• Employees have the choice between three medical plans
• 100% company-paid Dental Insurance for all employees and their qualifying dependents
• Optional Vision Coverage
• Fitness and Wellness Programs
• Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
• Corporate Social Responsibility Groups (CSR)
• Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement; up to $8,000 per calendar year
• 401(k) Company Matching
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees