Project Engineer III- Life Sciences

OFD Foods, LLC • Albany, OR

11h

About The Position

At OFD Life Sciences, innovation isn’t just a buzzword, it’s our foundation. We are a purpose-driven company with six decades of expertise in freeze-drying technology. Best known as the makers of Mountain House© meals, we are experts in advanced lyophilization solutions that can help people around the world live healthier lives. Our headquarters in Albany, Oregon sits at the crossroads of science and nature, surrounded by breathtaking landscapes that fuel bold ideas and innovative breakthroughs. We're driven by a commitment to quality, creativity, and continuous improvement, and we're always looking ahead to what's next. We’re proud of our legacy, but our future is even more exciting. If you're passionate and ready to advance our Life Sciences capabilities, OFD Life Sciences isn't just a place to work, it's where your adventure begins. We’re looking for a Project Engineer III to join our Facilities and Engineering department. This position scopes, plans, and manages capital projects to provide new equipment and capabilities to our company assets with a focus in growing our pharmaceutical process capabilities. The ideal candidate is supportive cross functionally with R&D/Technical Services, Manufacturing, Quality, and Maintenance and other teams, while ensuring compliance with process safety, product, and environmental regulations.

Requirements

• Generally, a minimum of five (5) years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry, specifically in a technical role.
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Chemical, or Industrial Engineering required.
• Proven track record in scoping, managing, and executing capital projects within the pharmaceutical industry.
• Demonstrated ability to design and implement new processes and equipment in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Execute all aspects of capital projects as assigned, including cost estimates, scope definition, capital appropriation requests, design specifications, bidding, budget management, contractor management, installation, and start-up.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with qualified contractors, vendors, and fabricators to support project execution.
• Research, evaluate, and implement new technologies and equipment solutions to enhance operations.
• Provide technical support to R&D, manufacturing, and maintenance teams to optimize lab, processing, and packaging systems, as well as structural modifications.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations, including OSHA, USDA, FDA, UBC codes, and applicable SQF and ISO programs.
• Utilize asset management software to track new assets, maintain accurate records, analyze data, and leverage historical insights to guide future project decisions.

Benefits

• Customize your healthcare coverage: including medical, dental, and vision options to fit your needs.
• Boost your savings: Choose an FSA or HSA for extra flexibility.
• Plan for your future: enroll into our 401(k) with employer match and immediate vesting.
• Peace of mind: Life and disability insurance to keep you and your loved ones protected.
• Furry friends: Pet insurance for your four-legged family members.
• Recharge & Refresh: Enjoy paid company holidays, PTO and sick time
• Give back: join us in making a difference with community support opportunities.
• Score savings: Unlock exclusive employee discounts and special savings on Mountain House product.
• Spread the word: Earn bonuses for referring awesome new team members.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees