Project Engineer

Corden Pharma Colorado

13d•Onsite

About The Position

The Project Engineer is responsible for managing and executing capital projects in support of pharmaceutical drug substance, intermediates and fine chemical development and production. The project engineer manages multiple, high-value projects over a diverse number of disciplines including civil; mechanical; equipment & facilities design & installation; technology transfer; and product delivery. Ensuring project cost, schedule and quality control, and adherence to regulatory laws and practices throughout the project life cycles are central to this position. Major and complex tasks will be performed with supervisory oversight.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree (BS) in a scientific discipline, Chemical Engineering preferred; with 1 year of related experience and training.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents.
Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community.
Ability to write reports and proposals that conform to prescribed style and format.
Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups, and/or technical staff.
Ability to comprehend and apply principles of advanced calculus, modern algebra, and advanced statistical theory.
Ability to understand basic accounting and financial principles (ROI & IRR analysis, cashflow, committed vs. actual costs, etc.) as they apply to project management.
Ability to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems.
Ability to deal with nonverbal symbolism (formulas, scientific equations, graphs, etc.).
Ability to deal with a variety of abstract and concrete variables.
Prioritization and organizational skills; proactive problem identification skills for technical, organizational, and personnel issues; management and resolution of conflicting priorities; and ability to delegate
Knowledge and understanding in specification, selection, and purchasing equipment systems and materials used for bulk pharmaceutical chemicals and specialty chemical processing
Strong written and verbal communication skills. Frequent contacts with personnel at various management levels concerning operations or scheduling of specific phases of projects or contacts. Conducts briefings and technical meetings for internal and external representatives concerning specific operations. Ability to effectively write reports, proposals and instructions incorporating both technical and business concepts
Ability to carry out engineering calculations related to process/equipment design
Knowledge of qualification and validation systems, including test protocols, execution, and reports
Emerging knowledge of regulatory issues in pharmaceutical manufacturing, including cGMPs, PSM, OSHA, and EPA requirements
Has a working knowledge of business and finance; basic accounting and financial principles (ROI & IRR analysis, cash flow, committed vs. actual costs, etc.) as they apply to project management; helps to drive results which have major economic impact on the site’s profitability
Participates in team decision making. Helps to develop team problem-solving and communication skills. Capable of gathering input from stakeholders, seeking consensus and compromise, and informed decision making

Responsibilities

Works with the project owner and supporting staff to develop the project business case and project objectives. Helps with the development of relevant alternatives; and supports their evaluation and that the recommended solutions are supported by local staff and management. Helps generate and communicate (i.e., presentations) and effectively build consensus for proposals with project stakeholders, as well as management
Plans, develops, and coordinates engineering efforts, with supervisory oversight, for projects while ensuring project success. Supports efforts relating to the generation of cost estimates, as well as cost and schedule tracking. Proactively demonstrates responsibility for ensuring that cost, scope, and schedule requirements are met
Reviews project design for compliance with engineering principles, company standards, customer contract requirements, and related specifications. Supports the evaluation of the feasibility and soundness of proposed engineering designs and procedures
Supports evaluation of plans and criteria for a variety of projects and activities to be carried out by others. Helps to secure resources for specific phases or aspects of projects, such as technical studies, system design, preparation of specifications and technical plans, construction, and qualification
Oversees project qualifications, including operational performance; and ensures the delivery of the specified project performance
Project activities include, but are not limited to: user requirement specification input and review; scope development; supporting process design concepts; funding request preparations; evaluation of equipment system standards and specifications; project controls; overseeing change control process; implementation logistics; assisting in resolution of internal and external disputes; assisting in resolving engineering design and performance problems; construction supervision; building permits; and qualification and validation efforts.
This position is responsible for supporting assigned projects and for developing scopes, justifications, cost budgets, personnel requirements, and timelines for ensuring that all major project objectives are met. Provides direction to contract engineers. Fosters a project team atmosphere that facilitates positive employee morale. Willingness to take on significant challenges and difficult assignments without the promise of special rewards or recognition.
Every individual is personally responsible for the safety and environmental aspects of his or her activities in the workplace. Each employee is expected to perform their job duties in a safe manner utilizing all their knowledge, training, ability, and experience.

Benefits

401(k) matching - Corden Pharma will contribute 100% of the first 6% - 100% vested after 2 years of service
Accident Plan
Critical Illness Insurance
Dental Insurance
Disability Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Flexible Spending Account
Health Insurance PPO/HSA
Hospital Indemnity Plan
ID Theft Protection
Life Insurance
Paid Parental Leave
Tuition Reimbursement
Wellness Program
Vacation – Three Weeks 1st Year
Vision Insurance