Company Description 

Veranova is a global leader in the development and manufacturing of complex active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) for pharma and biotech customers. With deep technical expertise and impressive flexibility, we develop solutions and processes that support and accelerate innovation.

Job Description

This position is responsible for the safe and effective development, design, and implementation of assigned capital projects that are completed on time, on or below budget, with a result that is fit for its intended purpose. Essential considerations are given to safety, quality, operability, processing efficiency, maintainability, and environmental compliance. This position will also include participation in troubleshooting efforts, operation process support, and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage projects from initial concept development to mechanical completion and commissioning/qualification of new or modified process and utility equipment installations. 
• Provide project/equipment engineering support and troubleshooting necessary to meet all production/customer requirements.
• Prepare comprehensive Business Case Justifications and Requests for Proposals for capital projects.
• Manage outside contractors who are employed to complete projects within agreed-upon timelines and budgets.
• Provide adequate training for operating personnel for new and modified equipment to improve safety and operational efficiencies.
• Initiate studies and develop proposals to the Facilities Manager for process and/or equipment modifications, replacements, or additions in support of more efficient manufacturing or supporting systems operation.
• Carry out any other duties which are within the employee’s skills and abilities whenever reasonably instructed. 

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in chemical or mechanical engineering or equivalent degree (Essential).
• 1-5 years or more of experience in the fields of project design and construction with project management experience in the pharmaceutical industry or similar experience (Preferred).
• Experience with and a thorough understanding of technical concepts, practices and procedures in bulk pharmaceutical manufacturing, and related support systems (Preferred). 
• Experience working with Microsoft Office Products: Outlook, Word, Excel, Project & Visio (Essential). 
• Ability to read and understand repair manuals, specifications, drawings, & schematic diagrams (Essential).
• Excellent communication & interpersonal skills (Essential). 
• Excellent organizational skills & detail-oriented (Essential).
• Good technical writing skills (Essential).
• Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision (Essential).
• Lean/Six Sigma Experience (Preferred).
• Ability to modify and update drawings in AutoCAD (Preferred). 

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Veranova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of Veranova to provide equal employment access and opportunity to all persons regardless of age, race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, physical or mental disability, genetic information, citizenship, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

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