Sr. Principal Engineer, Process System Owner – Optical Inspection (OI)

Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine•Wilson, NC

15d•Onsite

About The Position

As part of the Global Process Engineering team, the Sr. Principal Engineer, Process System Owner – Optical Inspection (OI) is the technical expert in manual and automated optical inspection. They will be accountable for overall E2E process engineering leadership in the design and execution of implementing manual and automated optical inspection processes/equipment into a new cGMP drug product manufacturing plant. They will be responsible for demonstrating their scientific, technical, and business expertise to develop the process/equipment, solve sophisticated equipment issues, optimize the process, lead commissioning and qualification activities and line start-up and ensure full compliance to regulatory standards.

Requirements

Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree in engineering required (Mechanical Engineering preferred), MS or MBA preferred.
A minimum of 10 years experience in drug product optical inspection (manual and automated) in a biotherapeutics cGMP environment (preferably in process engineering or capital project execution)
Track record of developing and maintaining strong partnerships with key stakeholders
Ability to lead and motivate multicultural teams and remote customers
Extensive interaction with external partners (A&E, construction firms, equipment vendors) to develop, organize, and execute project plans as the OI SME
Excellent problem-solving skills when handling potential conflicts
Understanding sophisticated technical/regulatory issues impacting facility/equipment design
Familiarity with technology advances in vial, cartridge, and syringe container closure systems
Solid understanding of the following : cGMP’s for optical inspection (manual and automated) EHS requirements, with particular focus on EHS by design and construction safety Start-up processes and Commissioning & Qualification of automated optical inspection equipment Principles for engineering design for drug products in the Biotherapeutic industry Construction & Procurement process Project Controls processes Project scheduling
Strong technical process engineering knowledge and experience and has a great passion for solving highly complex technical problems
Strong problem solving, communication, and decision-making skills to drive impact in a fast-paced evolving business landscape
Ability to drive process engineering innovation for equipment and facilities ensuring technical knowledge is maintained and expanded throughout the team

Nice To Haves

Consistent track record on leading capital projects for optical inspection (automated) equipment in the range of $30 - $50 MM$
Strong process engineering expertise in conceptual design through C&Q (commissioning & qualification) to ensure efficient operational readiness within a biotherapeutic drug product environment in optical inspection (manual and automated)
Experience in green or brown field GMP manufacturing facility start-up
Experience implementing a defect library for parenteral vials and syringes

Responsibilities

Development and delivery of optical inspection equipment specifications and drawings (user requirements, data sheets, technical specifications, P&ID’s, PFDs)
Assess vendor competency and capabilities, review and discuss bid documents, and be held accountable for project development and execution, including performance of the process systems
Lead the detailed design and development of manual and automated optical inspection processes/equipment and recipe development, collaborating with a diverse multi-functional team including strategic equipment vendors
Lead the design and implementation of OI test kits
Lead the design of the optical inspection facility area
Lead equipment FAT, SAT, C&Q, and start-up
Technical issue resolution on the system during C&Q testing and the readiness of the system to start C&Q activities
Helping to identify and expedite key activities across multiple business functions (Manufacturing, Facilities, MSAT, Quality, Procurement, E&PS (Engineering & Property Services), and EHS
Ensure alignment across evolving business needs and require strong partner management and leadership skills to collaborate across these multiple business partners
Maintain a solid understanding of industry trends and benchmarking against internal/external practices
Apply data-driven insights and market intelligence to advise future decision making, stay informed on industry and regulatory trends, and adapt strategies accordingly to achieve excellent portfolio performance.
Ensure compliance with policies, procedures, government regulations, and customer specifications