Principal Engineer

Kenvue is currently recruiting for a:

Principal Engineer

What we do

At Kenvue, we realize the extraordinary power of everyday care. Built on over a century of heritage and rooted in science, we’re the house of iconic brands - including NEUTROGENA®, AVEENO®, TYLENOL®, LISTERINE®, JOHNSON’S® and BAND-AID® that you already know and love. Science is our passion; care is our talent.

Who We Are

Our global team is ~ 22,000 brilliant people with a workplace culture where every voice matters, and every contribution is appreciated.  We are passionate about insights, innovation and committed to delivering the best products to our customers. With expertise and empathy, being a Kenvuer means having the power to impact millions of people every day. We put people first, care fiercely, earn trust with science and solve with courage – and have brilliant opportunities waiting for you! Join us in shaping our future–and yours. For more information, click here.

Role reports to:

Sr Manager Engineering and Automation

Location:

North America, United States, Pennsylvania, Lititz

Work Location:

Fully Onsite

What you will do

The Principal Engineer provides technical leadership and engineering support to a regulated manufacturing environment. This role leads complex capital and process improvement projects from concept through post‑implementation, ensuring compliance with cGMP, safety, quality, cost, and timeline commitments. The incumbent acts as a recognized technical authority, partners cross‑functionally, and delivers engineering solutions that support productivity, quality, sustainability, and long‑term business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Engineering Project Leadership

• Lead engineering projects across all phases (concept, planning, design, implementation, qualification, and stabilization)
• Develop project scope, user requirements, capital requests, budgets, schedules, and risk mitigation plans
• Manage procurement, installation, startup, commissioning, and qualification of equipment and systems
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and in full compliance with regulatory and corporate standards
   

Technical Expertise & Operational Support

• Serve as technical subject matter expert for manufacturing equipment, processes, and systems
• Provide troubleshooting support and lead quality investigations and root‑cause analyses
• Drive process optimization and continuous improvement initiatives across productivity, quality, safety, and cost
• Introduce innovative designs, technologies, and engineering solutions aligned with business strategy
   

Compliance, Quality & EHS

• Ensure full adherence to cGMPs, Good Documentation Practices, and FDA‑regulated expectations
• Review and approve Change Controls, Commissioning & Qualification plans, protocols, and reports
• Champion Environmental, Health & Safety standards, ISO 14001 principles, and site sustainability initiatives
• Promote a strong culture of safety, compliance, and “right‑first‑time” execution
   

Leadership & Collaboration

• Lead cross‑functional and external project teams, including contractors and consultants
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to engineers and project teams
• Build strong partnerships with Quality, Operations, Supply Chain, Validation, and Regulatory teams
• Present project proposals, updates, and recommendations to site and senior leadership

Strategic & Financial Accountability

• Own project capital plans, cashflow forecasts, scope management, and long‑range engineering strategies
• Contribute to 5‑year asset replacement planning, automation, and reliability roadmaps
• Monitor industry trends, benchmarks, and emerging technologies to inform future investments

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, or related discipline required)
• Advanced degree preferred
   

Experience

• 8+ years of engineering experience in pharmaceutical, biotech, medical device, or consumer products manufacturing
• Strong background in capital project execution within an FDA / cGMP‑regulated environment
• Proven experience with commissioning, qualification, and regulatory compliance
   

Skills & Competencies

• Deep understanding of cGMPs, GDP, an