Senior Mechanical Refrigeration Engineer

ATS Scientific Products is searching for a Senior Mechanical Refrigeration Engineer to join the team!

 

We are a leading pharmaceutical equipment manufacturer dedicated to delivering innovative solutions that enhance the efficiency and reliability of pharmaceutical production. With a commitment to quality and cutting edge technology, we are seeking an experienced refrigeration engineering to join our dynamic team.

 

As a Senior Mechanical Engineer at Scientific Products you will play a pivotal role in the design, development and implementation of mechanical systems, with a specific focus on refrigeration systems for pharmaceutical equipment. The ideal candidate will bring extensive experience, technical expertise, and a proven track record of successful project delivery in the pharmaceutical manufacturing industry.

Responsibilities

• Mechanical System Design: Lead the design and engineering of mechanical systems for pharmaceutical equipment, ensuring compliance with industry standards, regulations, and customer specifications.
• Refrigeration System Focus: Spearhead the development and optimization of mechanical refrigeration systems, applying expertise in thermodynamics, heat transfer and fluid dynamics.
• Project Management: Oversee and manage engineering projects from conception to completion, ensuring on-time delivery, within budget constraints and meeting quality standards.
• Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including electrical engineers, process engineers and project manages to ensure seamless integration of mechanical systems into overall equipment design.
• Quality Assurance: Implement and uphold rigorous quality control measures to guarantee the reliability and performance of mechanical systems, with a focus on GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) compliance.
• Innovation: Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies and best practices to drive continuous improvement and innovation in mechanical engineering processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Masters degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field
• Minimum of 10 years of hands on experience in mechanical engineering, with a focus on pharmaceutical equipment.
• Proven expertise in the the design and optimization of mechanical refrigeration systems.
• Strong project management skills with a history of successful project delivery.
• In-depth knowledge of industry regulations and standards, including cGMP.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Effective communication skills and the ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.
• Professional engineering license is a plus. 

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• The employee is regularly required to talk and listen.
• The employee is regularly required to use color vision and work with computerized data.
• The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, and sit.
• The employee is occasionally required to lift to 20 pounds.
• The employee is regularly required to use normal office tools, equipment and PC's.

 

Work Environment

• Work is normally performed in both the office and the shop.
• The office environment is an interior office with air conditioning.
• The shop contains mobile equipment, machinery, and high voltages.
• The shop noise level is variable and may require hearing protection in some areas.
• The shop is heated when required but many areas are not air conditioned.
• Some shop processes use high voltage arcs or concentrated magnetic fields.
• The shop contains open flames and caustic chemicals.
• Some shop areas may be designated hard hat zones.
• Travel to customer and sister company sites is required, including international, estimated at 20% per year

Safety

All employees have the responsibility to work in a safe manner and report any health, safety or environmental concern to their manager or supervisor in a timely manner.

• Employee responsibilities for Health, Safety and Environment include:
• Work in compliance with divisional health, safety and environmental procedures
• Refrain from removing or altering safety devices or guarding unless hazardous energies are controlled through lockout-tagout methods
• Report any unsafe conditions or unsafe acts 
• Report defect in any equipment or protective device
• Ensure that the required protective equipment is used for the assigned tasks