What are the responsibilities and job description for the Engineering & Facilities Manager (Pharmaceutical) position at Astrix?
Pay Rate Low: 85000.00 | Pay Rate High: 95000.00
Our client, a leading bioscience company with a global footprint in both R&D and manufacturing within the biopharma industry, is seeking to hire an Engineering Manager to join their team in Middlesex County, NJ.
Salary: $85,000 - $95,000 annually
Title: Engineering & Facilities Manager
Job type: Direct- hire
Location: Middlesex County, NJ
Position Summary
The Engineering Manager oversees multiple departments within the engineering function, ensuring that all design, production, and maintenance activities align with company standards, regulatory compliance, and strategic objectives. This role drives innovation, process improvement, and operational excellence across the plant and engineering systems.
Key Responsibilities
Our client, a leading bioscience company with a global footprint in both R&D and manufacturing within the biopharma industry, is seeking to hire an Engineering Manager to join their team in Middlesex County, NJ.
Salary: $85,000 - $95,000 annually
Title: Engineering & Facilities Manager
Job type: Direct- hire
Location: Middlesex County, NJ
Position Summary
The Engineering Manager oversees multiple departments within the engineering function, ensuring that all design, production, and maintenance activities align with company standards, regulatory compliance, and strategic objectives. This role drives innovation, process improvement, and operational excellence across the plant and engineering systems.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage engineering teams to achieve departmental goals in design, reliability, maintenance, and process development.
- Plan, direct, and implement engineering functions related to mechanical, electrical, and electronic systems and equipment.
- Ensure compliance with company policies, FDA, and EU regulations.
- Maintain and develop the Engineering Change System and plant layouts to support current and future business needs.
- Establish preventive maintenance programs and equipment standards; oversee maintenance and upgrade activities.
- Lead Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement initiatives.
- Research and implement cost-effective upgrades to equipment, controls, and facilities.
- Manage feasibility studies, risk assessments, and qualification processes.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve technical, operational, and quality issues.
- Supervise and develop engineering personnel, ensuring efficiency and adherence to company standards.
- Conduct GAP analyses and recommend improvements to existing qualifications and processes.
- Support audits, safety programs, and environmental compliance efforts.
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering or a related field.
- Minimum of 3 years in biotech, pharmaceutical, or medical device industry with strong knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
- 3–5 years of supervisory or management experience in a regulated environment.
- Proven hands-on experience in facility maintenance, including routine inspections, troubleshooting, and repairs.
- Proficient in maintaining and servicing facility equipment, including HVAC systems, high-pressure boilers, plumbing, utilities, and other general maintenance machinery.
- Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, preventative maintenance, and regulatory standards (FDA/EU).
- Occasional travel for equipment FATs or business needs (potentially up to 2 weeks, domestic or international).
- This job description is a complete list of all desired skills but not all are required. We strongly encourage candidates who have some of the skills to apply. We look forward to a conversation to learn more about you!***
Salary : $85,000 - $95,000