PROJECT ENGINEER II

At Thorne we make products that matter - ones that make people's lives better. Each day begins with a mission to help others discover and achieve their best health. We count on our team members to challenge and push the boundaries to make that happen. At Thorne, you’ll be joining a team of more than 750 passionate individuals committed to our cause of providing superior health solutions.

POSITION SUMMARY: The Project Engineer II ensures that all necessary components, tasks, and resources are capable of meeting established quality standards and goals. This position supports department operations to ensure compliance with cGMP and OSHA regulations, company Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) as well as meeting production goals. Duties and responsibilities are commensurate with the experience level of the Project Engineer and by assignment from Engineering Manager. At times Project Engineers may be required to manage small to large cross functional teams to complete their assigned tasks

RESPONSIBILITIES – Satisfactorily performing and/or achieving the following Responsibilities are essential duties of the job. 

Project Engineer II responsibilities include but are not limited to the following: 

• Lead and execute assigned Engineering projects. 
• Develop detailed project schedules and communicate project progress to leadership. 
• Collaborate with different departments at Thorne to ensure timely completion of project tasks. 
• Create detailed equipment specifications working with Engineering, Maintenance and Suppliers/Vendors. 
• Create detailed Request for Quote (RFQ) documents for large complex projects.
• Generate detailed plant layouts for production lines in AutoCAD and build consensus with Operations. 
• Lead and manage equipment installations including utilities, start-up testing and commissioning. 
• Work with Controls Group to generate detailed strategies for Process Monitoring & Controls. 
• Collaborate with Validations Group to plan and help execute equipment validations such as IQ/OQ/PQ. 
• Create detailed specifications and execute Factory and Site Acceptance Testing (FAT, SAT). 
• Generate solid models and detailed drawings for custom parts, spare parts, tooling as part of projects. 
• Research and maintain knowledge of new manufacturing technologies as applicable to Thorne and provide executable recommendations to leadership. 
• Calculate project costs in details and compile budget for planning and justification purposes

Production Support responsibilities include but are not limited to the following: 

• Support continuous improvement projects if assigned. 
• Perform machinery troubleshooting if designated as Subject Matter Expert (SME).
• Complete SOP / Change Control generation & review. 
• Coordinate with Production Department to improve productivity and efficiency. 
• Identify gaps in equipment capabilities and recommend alternatives. 
• Provide technical support and advice as required in response to process and equipment problems to other groups as requested by the Engineering Manager.

Additional Operations Support that may include, but are not limited to the following: 

• Evaluate data and provide reports to management on a variety of topics as requested. 
• Support general operations concerning AutoCAD and SolidWorks drawings as directed. 
• Coordinate with vendors concerning raw material problems and solutions as directed. 
• Perform Corrective Action responses to various audit or production related problems as directed. 
• Seek formal and informal performance assessments, including performance versus expectations and goals, behaviors, and leadership potential. 
• Actively participate in required training and development programs and electives as suits one’s needs, and support colleagues, trainers, and management as appropriate with these efforts. 
• Promote the Company’s Mission and Values, including an accountable, innovative, and results-oriented culture that promotes customer service, openness, teamwork, mutual trust, and respect.

What You Need: 

Experience and/or Education: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, with documented combination of education and experience readily available. A minimum of 3 years’ hands-on experience in Project Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or another relevant field in an FDA-regulated environment is preferred. Experience in Plant Expansion, Automation, High Speed Packaging Lines, or similar projects is a plus.

Must be highly skilled and hands-on with SolidWorks, be able to create work-cell and line layouts in AutoCAD and compile project timelines in MS Project. Must have basic understanding of FMEA.

What We Offer:

At Thorne, we offer employees the chance to work with great people on exciting projects, with opportunity for growth. We also provide a full range of benefits for you and your eligible family members, such as:

• Competitive compensation
• 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
• Company-paid short- and long-term disability insurance
• Company- paid life insurance
• 401k plan with employer matching contributions up to 4%
• Gym membership reimbursement
• Monthly allowance of Thorne supplements
• Paid time off, volunteer time off and holiday leave
• Training, professional development, and career growth opportunities
• A safe and clean work environment

A little bit more about us. 

Thorne is the leader in science-backed health and wellness solutions committed to helping individuals live healthier longer.  As the top recommended clinical brand by healthcare practitioners, Thorne offers a comprehensive range of products including nutritional supplements and health tests designed to meet the unique needs of individuals at every stage of life. Founded in 1984, Thorne products are formulated with the highest-quality ingredients, supported by clinical research, and rigorously tested to ensure purity, potency, and efficacy. Thorne is the only supplement manufacturer that collaborates with Mayo Clinic on health and wellness research and content and is trusted by 47,000 health-care professionals, thousands of professional athletes, more than 100 professional sports teams, multiple U.S. National Teams, and more than five million consumers. For more information, visit Thorne.com

If you want to make a difference in the lives of others consider becoming part of the Thorne team.

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