Process Mechanical Engineer

Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor or Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering required.
  • 6-10 years of experience in biopharmaceutical or chemical manufacturing.
  • Professional Engineering registration preferred.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; knowledge of Revit/Plant 3D is a plus.
  • Strong understanding of ASME BPE standards and FDA/GMP compliance.

Responsibilities

  • Design and draft detailed layouts for manufacturing facilities.
  • Assist in procurement of process systems and materials.
  • Provide on-site support during equipment startup.
  • Collaborate with engineering disciplines for project completion.
  • Resolve layout issues by collaborating with the drafting group.

Benefits

  • Opportunity for professional growth in a specialized field.
  • Work in a collaborative and supportive engineering environment.
  • Engage in impactful projects in the biopharmaceutical industry.
Full Job Description
What You'll Be Doing

Job Scope: Generally responsible for conceptual through detailed design for manufacturing facilities in the biopharmaceutical and specialty chemical industries. Responsible for coordinating and specifying both upstream and downstream process equipment as well as collaborating with all engineering disciplines. Responsible for supporting the procurement of process systems for technical reviews, equipment inspection and construction support. This work will be performed in an engineering environment that requires knowledge with ASME BPE standards, FDA/GMP compliance and other international standards. This work will be performed under general supervision.

Primary responsibilities will include but not be limited to:
  • Familiarity with department design and drafting standards.
  • Familiarity with project scope, specifications and design criteria upon assignment to a project task team.
  • On-site assistance during startup, as needed.
  • Accomplishing engineering activities such as construction specifications, material procurement specifications, calculations and piping estimates.
  • Developing conceptual layouts and cost studies as necessary to determine the simplest, most efficient approach to solving engineering tasks at hand.
  • Producing estimate level preliminary designs and material take-offs suitable for the level of the estimate being performed on a project.
  • Producing detail design calculations and sketches for materials of construction associated with the project. Calculations produced will be neatly prepared and organized for efficient checking by others and efficient use by drafters/designers for preparing drawings and as a deliverable when required.
  • Assisting the drafting group in resolving routine layout and detailing problems. It is your responsibility to furnish sufficient sketches and details necessary for completion of engineering drawings.
  • Consulting with design leaders from other disciplines to ensure the smooth flow of vital information necessary for the scheduled completion of the project.
  • Reviewing and checking vendor drawings and other discipline drawings for mechanical input.
  • Advising the senior engineer concerning design or scope changes, which have been identified.
  • Assisting other engineers in developing and assembling scopes, drawings and specifications into a "package" for mechanical purchase inquiries issued for procurement of equipment, materials or subcontract pricing.
  • Developing construction specifications.
  • Reviewing fabrication drawings and other construction submittals for conformance to engineering drawings and specifications.
  • Performing fieldwork necessary to gather field data, check tie-ins and provide construction support.
  • Provide technical guidance to less experienced drafting and engineering personnel in the department.
  • Knowledgeable of the discipline specific methods, practices and techniques required to engineer, design and construct process and manufacturing projects.
  • Recognize and communicate scope and design changes promptly.
  • Coordinate work activities with other teammates and the discipline lead.
  • Applying advanced engineering techniques and analysis to complex designs.
  • Complete understanding of the skills and experience required to perform engineering and design functions.
  • Ability to identify and develop work sharing packages for interoffice execution support. Provide leadership to ensure communication and execution of work within scope, schedule and budget.


Ideal Background

Education: Bachelor or Master of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited university is required.

Registration: Professional Engineering registration is highly preferred.

Experience: This position requires 6 to 10 years of relevant biopharmaceutical or chemical manufacturing experience in mechanical engineering.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  • Knowledge of design standards and codes.
  • Knowledge, application and specification of materials.
  • Development of piping material and material procurement specifications.
  • Knowledge of good design practices for sizing all piping systems.
  • Specify criteria for and select piping specialty items.
  • Knowledge of manual valve sizing, use and application.
  • Identification of need, application and specification of safety valves and devices to maintain the mechanical integrity of process/utility systems.
  • Identification of need, application and specification of steam traps and liquid drainers.
  • Estimating mechanical/piping construction quantities from conceptual documents.
  • Knowledge of other disciplines deliverable development to ensure coordination of design efforts.
  • Knowledge and understanding of schedule constraints and information requirements for the production of all mechanical deliverables.
  • Ability to accurately estimate completion of assigned tasks.
  • Ability to develop a man-hour budget and schedule for discipline scope of project.
  • Ability to determine construction material quantities.
  • Knowledge and ability to apply company engineering design standards.
  • Ability to lead a small team to deliver on commitments.
  • Proficient in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
  • Working knowledge of Revit and Plant 3D. Not required but will be responsible for reviewing capabilities.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Excellent presentation skills.
  • Virtual team skills and cross divisional relationships are developed, and able to provide interoffice execution leadership and support.


Physical Requirements:
  • Ability to sit, stand, or walk for long periods of time.


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