6566 - Senior Project Engineer

Verista•Columbus, OH

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Verista’s 500 experts team up with the world’s most recognizable brands in the life science industry to solve their business needs. The nature of our business is to empower growth and innovation within the scientific community and to help researchers, organizations, and companies solve some of the world’s most pressing healthcare challenges. Verista provides innovative solutions and services that empower informed decision-making and are the result of our significant investment in our people and our capabilities. Our ability to grow is driven by world-class people who thrive in a team environment and share our mission to enable life sciences clients to improve lives. Our talented and dedicated professionals are committed to making an impact every day. Company Culture Guidelines & Values: We empower and support our colleagues We commit to client success at every turn We have the courage to do the right thing We encourage an inclusive environment where our colleagues feel respected, engaged, and challenged. We constantly acquire new skills and learn from our experiences to enhance our collective expertise

Requirements

5+ years of experience in equipment engineering, CQV, commissioning, automation, manufacturing engineering, or a related discipline.
Strong hands-on experience with automated manufacturing and packaging equipment.
Demonstrated expertise troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, controls, and automation systems.
Experience with PLC/HMI systems, servos, sensors, vision systems, robotics, and automated equipment preferred.
Experience in a GMP-regulated pharmaceutical, biotech, medical device, or similar manufacturing environment.
Strong understanding of equipment qualification, commissioning, and validation principles.
Proven ability to lead technical issues, vendors, projects, and cross-functional engineering teams.
Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, communication, and technical documentation skills.
Experience with ATS, IMA, Dividella, or similar equipment is highly preferred.
Willingness to work 2nd and/or 3rd shift as required.

Nice To Haves

Experience with PLC/HMI systems, servos, sensors, vision systems, robotics, and automated equipment preferred.
Experience with ATS, IMA, Dividella, or similar equipment is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead equipment commissioning, startup, qualification, and performance activities.
Provide hands-on engineering support for complex mechanical, electrical, controls, instrumentation, servo, vision, and automation issues.
Lead troubleshooting, root-cause analysis, and implementation of corrective and equipment improvement actions.
Review and approve equipment designs, specifications, drawings, control strategies, and technical documentation.
Lead equipment integration, optimization, and production ramp-up activities.
Serve as the technical interface with equipment OEMs and vendors, driving issue resolution and equipment performance.
Develop and execute engineering and CQV test strategies, including FAT/SAT, IQ/OQ, and performance testing.
Identify opportunities to improve equipment reliability, throughput, cycle time, quality, and maintainability.
Provide technical direction and mentorship to junior engineers and CQV personnel.
Support deviations, change controls, CAPAs, and technical investigations within a GMP environment.
Provide engineering leadership during off-shift commissioning, qualification, and production support.