7+ years' experience in full commissioning lifecycle
Expertise in commissioning stainless steel pressure vessels
Fluent in controls relating to pressure vessels
Strong communication skills for cross-functional collaboration
Experience in pharma/life sciences or cleanroom settings
Proficient in vendor coordination and management
Responsibilities
Support full commissioning lifecycle, including design and qualification activities
Assist in the commissioning of stainless steel pressure vessels and systems
Collaborate with engineering and automation teams during facility setup
Coordinate vessel orders and construction activities
Act as onsite Subject Matter Expert (SME) for pressure vessels and valves
Manage communication with equipment vendors
Facilitate teamwork and effective communication across functions
Benefits
Work in a state-of-the-art pharmaceutical facility
Engage in a dynamic and collaborative team environment
Opportunities for professional growth within engineering
Contribute to groundbreaking pharmaceutical projects
Involvement in high-stakes commissioning processes
Full Job Description
Job Summary:
The client is seeking a Commissioning and Design Engineer to join their engineering and automation team for a pharmaceutical facility in Rensselaer, New York.
This role involves supporting the full commissioning lifecycle of stainless-steel pressure vessels in a new facility, including design, FAT/SAT, IQ/OQ/PQ, and qualification activities.
The engineer will act as an onsite SME, coordinating with vendors and cross-functional teams to ensure successful project execution in a cleanroom/pharma environment.
Roles & Responsibilities:
Support the full commissioning lifecycle from detailed design through commissioning, FAT/SAT, IQ/OQ/PQ, and qualifications
ssist in commissioning stainless steel pressure vessels and associated systems
Work within engineering and automation teams to support new facility setup
ssist with vessel orders, construction, and installation activities
ct as onsite SME for pressure vessels and associated valves
Manage and coordinate with equipment vendors
Collaborate cross-functionally with internal teams
Work on pressure vessel design in a pharmaceutical environment
Handle cleaning considerations in coordination with CIT and CIP teams
Support projects involving:
18 tanks per suite (36 total)
6 prep tanks and 12 hold tanks
Downstream distribution piping connected to chrome skids
Systems not using bags
Ensure effective communication and teamwork across functions
Education & Experience:
Bachelor's / 4-year degree in Engineering or similar field
7+ years of experience with the full commissioning lifecycle
Exposure or expertise in commissioning stainless steel pressure vessels
Fluent in controls on pressure vessels
Good communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally
Experience in pharma/life sciences or cleanroom environment
