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Sr Manufacturing Engineer
Location
Guaynabo, PR
Experience
Senior
Posted
Jul 10, 2026
Apply by
August 9, 2026
Applicants
0
Early applicantEasy applyFull-timeWork from Office
Job Description
Validation & Engineering Group, Inc. (V&EG) a Pinnaql company is a leading services supplier who provides solutions for the Pharmaceutical, Biotechnology, Chemical, Food, and Medical Devices industries in the following areas: Laboratory, Compliance, Computer, Engineering, Project Management, Validation, and other services.
We are seeking a talented, dedicated individual committed to work under the highest ethical standards for the following position:
Sr. Manufacturing Engineer
The Senior Manufacturing Engineer leads enterprise manufacturing operations support, validation strategy, implementation of manufacturing processes, documentation generation, process optimization, and cross-functional technical execution. The role is expected to operate with a high degree of independence, provide technical leadership to project teams, and mentor junior engineers or technical team members as needed.
Key Responsibilities
Lead IQ/OQ/PQ and process performance qualification activities; develop validation protocols, reports, and master validation plans.
Design and develop in-process and receiving inspection systems, control plans, sampling plans, and inspection methods for components and manufacturing processes.
Generate, review, and approve equipment documentation, PM/calibration procedures, manufacturing instructions, and process control documentation.
Manage enterprise manufacturing projects from concept through implementation; lead cross-functional technical collaboration with Manufacturing, Quality, R&D, Regulatory, Supply Chain, and external suppliers as applicable.
Apply DOE, PFMEA, risk analysis, SPC, MSA, and root-cause methodologies to characterize, optimize, and improve manufacturing processes.
Lead Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives to improve yield, cycle time, cost, throughput, process capability, and equipment performance.
Provide technical direction for manufacturing technologies such as laser welding, heat bonding, injection molding, vision systems, fixtures, tooling, test methods, automation, and equipment qualification.
Support change control, CAPA, nonconformance investigations, and product/process scale-up activities while maintaining compliance with site quality procedures.
Experience Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, Manufacturing, Biomedical Engineering, or related technical field.
5-7+ years in manufacturing engineering, process engineering, validation engineering, or quality engineering within an FDA-regulated environment.
Strong working knowledge of 21 CFR Part 820, GMP, ISO 13485, and documentation practices required in regulated manufacturing environments.
Electrical and mechanical engineering background applied to automated or semi-automated manufacturing systems.
Experience with automation/controls, tooling, fixtures, test method development, equipment qualification, and manufacturing process validation.
Proficiency in DOE, FMEA/PFMEA, CAPA, root-cause investigation, statistical analysis, and process capability tools; experience with Minitab, JMP, or equivalent preferred.
Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Kaizen, value stream mapping, or other continuous improvement methodologies preferred.
Experience supporting product introductions, process scale-up, design transfer, and improvements to existing manufacturing processes.
Strong project management, communication, technical writing, analytical, and cross-functional leadership skills.
Quality Expectations
Demonstrates commitment to patient safety and product quality by complying with all applicable quality procedures.
Ensures proper documentation discipline and supports Quality System compliance while providing technical guidance to others as needed.
At Validation & Engineering Group, people always come first. We believe that when you're empowered to do your best work, bold ideas thrive and real progress happens. This isn't just a job - it's an opportunity to make a meaningful difference by shaping the future of healthcare and technology alongside a purpose-driven, supportive team.
Excited to build something meaningful together? We look forward to hearing from you.
Validation & Engineering Group is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead IQ/OQ/PQ and process performance qualification activities and develop validation protocols.
- Design and develop in-process and receiving inspection systems, control plans, and sampling plans.
- Generate, review, and approve equipment documentation, PM/calibration procedures, and manufacturing instructions.
- Manage enterprise manufacturing projects from concept through implementation with cross-functional collaboration.
- Apply DOE, PFMEA, risk analysis, SPC, MSA, and root-cause methodologies to optimize manufacturing processes.
- Lead Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives to improve yield, cycle time, and cost.
- Provide technical direction for manufacturing technologies such as laser welding, heat bonding, and automation.
- Support change control, CAPA, nonconformance investigations, and product/process scale-up activities.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical
- Electrical
- Industrial
- Manufacturing
- Biomedical Engineering
- or related technical field
Skills Required
21 CFR Part 820GMPISO 13485DOEPFMEACAPARoot-cause investigationStatistical analysisProcess capability toolsLean ManufacturingSix SigmaKaizenValue stream mappingLaser weldingHeat bondingInjection moldingVision systemsAutomationEquipment qualificationProject managementCommunicationTechnical writingAnalytical skillsCross-functional leadershipMentoringMinitabJMP
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