About this role
SUMMARY:
Under general supervision, provides characterization of process optimization strategies and/or troubleshooting of operational issues in the operations, manufacturing, pilot plant or capital projects environment. Applies basic engineering principles to the design and implementation of system modifications, experiments and/or capital projects. Organizes, analyzes and presents interpretation of results for operational issues or engineering projects of minor scope and complexity.
FUNCTIONS:
- Provide solutions to a variety of technical problems of moderate scope and complexity.
- Under general supervision will evaluate, select and apply standard engineering techniques and procedures. Assistance given for unusual problems.
- Perform assignments that have clear and specific objectives and require investigation of limited number of variables.
- Initiate and complete routine technical tasks.
Operations Engineering:
- Function as a technical expert to equipment or systems regarding troubleshooting operations. Frequently become actively involved in daily operations when required to meet schedules or to resolve complex problems.
- Routinely audit the operational performance and regulatory compliance of a moderate number of equipment items or systems of significant complexity.
- Work with research, manufacturing, maintenance, process development, utilities, facilities, quality assurance and/or validation departments in developing requirements and recommendations for system modifications.
Design Engineering:
- Work under the direct supervision of project managers to complete design, engineering, and construction projects within schedule and budget constraints.
- Work with consultants, architects and engineering firms on development of standard design documents.
- Obtain and critique quotes for equipment modifications or installations.
- Generate rudimentary project cost estimates and schedules.
* Other functions may be assigned
EDUCATION:
- Master degree or Bachelor degree in Engineering & 2 years of Engineering experience.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Manufacturing Equipment ownership at CMMS system (Work orders approval, closing, PM strategy, spare parts' definition/accuracy/updates), reliability and change control assessments and requirements.
- Collaborate with Engineering Staff to ensure the best maintenance strategy on manufacturing equipment operations.
- Responsible for enhancing system reliability focusing on equipment availability, downtime reduction and maintenance optimization.
- Develop equipment performance metrics (availability, downtime, etc.) with emphasis on identifying equipment performance improvement opportunities.
- Lead the implementation of equipment improvements projects.
- SME (Subject Matter Expert) for systems regarding design, maintenance and point of contact during compliance operations.
- Support equipment troubleshooting within the functional area or in the scope of technical expertise.
- Support deviation process and define, Implement and own CAPAs associated to equipment within area of expertise Drives Environmental, Health and Safety compliance within the organization.
WORK METHODOLOGY:
- Full on site job in Juncos, PR
- Full time job
- Expected project duration: 5 months for the first contract with a high possibility of extension based on performance and budget.
- Administrative Shift (weekends and overtime may also be required).
- Expected hiring date: October 2026