Senior Design Engineer – Sanitation

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Senior Design Engineer – Sanitation plans designs, and oversees the reconfiguration, maintenance, and alteration of equipment, machinery, buildings, structures, and other facilities for effective sanitary operation.

• Provide input and oversight into sanitary design elements of new and existing equipment.
• Responsible for evaluating the effectiveness of current & future sanitation practices and procedures.
• Assist in the development, planning, and execution of all plant-related facility engineering activities including a wide variety of mechanical, plumbing, and electrical components, but not limited to:
  • Building HVAC, roofs, floors, drains, utilities, and fire protection systems.
• Gather and review data concerning facility or equipment specifications, company, or government restrictions, required completion date, and construction feasibility.
• Coordinate in developing facility modifications or acquisitions.
• Review and estimate design costs including equipment, installation, labor, and materials, and ensure conformance to established drawings, specifications, and schedules.
• Develop facility management policies and procedures.
• Responsibilities include supporting HVAC, DI water, process gas, desiccant dryers, humidifier, generators, compressors, chillers, etc.
• Comply with U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations, other regulatory requirements, Company policies, operating procedures, processes, and task assignments. 
• Maintain positive and cooperative communications and collaboration with all levels of employees, customers, contractors, and vendors.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• B.S. in Engineering with a preference for a Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, or Chemical Engineering OR an equivalent combination of education and work experience.
• 3+ years of experience with engineering responsibility in a regulated industry, with preference being for food, pharmaceuticals, medical devices, cosmetics, etc.
• Ability to work independently, good troubleshooting skills, perform all work in accordance with established safety procedures and ensure compliance with engineering specifications and local building codes.
• Ability to work within a team and as an individual contributor in a fast-paced, changing environment. 
• Ability to leverage and/or engage others to accomplish projects.
• Strong verbal and written communication with the ability to effectively communicate at multiple levels in the organization.
• Multitasks, prioritizes, and meets deadlines in a timely manner.
• Strong organizational and follow-up skills, as well as attention to detail.