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Senior Project Engineer - Tablets and Coatings

Description

• Lead execution of tableting and coating scope across the project lifecycle, coordinating with cross-functional teams, consultants, and equipment suppliers to meet safety, quality, schedule, and cost targets.

• Manage design phases (concept, basic, detailed) for tablet presses, coaters, and associated systems; participate in design reviews and workshops to ensure robust engineering deliverables.

• Oversee procurement, installation, and qualification of tableting and coating equipment including rotary presses, perforated pan coaters, fluid bed systems, and dust control infrastructure.

• Coordinate with internal stakeholders (Production, QA, Maintenance, R&D) for seamless handover of tableting and coating systems and documentation.

• Support startup activities including commissioning, IQ/OQ/PQ protocols, and integration into SOPs, preventive maintenance, and QMS frameworks.

• Ensure documentation adheres to GDP standards and regulatory compliance (FDA, ICH, ISO); support validation and hygiene design requirements.

• Develop and manage project budgets, cash flow forecasts, and detailed implementation schedules for tableting and coating scope.

• Mentor junior engineers and technicians in tablet manufacturing and coating operations.

• Generate and manage engineering documentation including layout drawings, URS, material flow maps, and validation protocols.

• Conduct regular project meetings to communicate progress, risks, and mitigation strategies.

• Supervise contractors and installation teams to ensure workmanship meets corporate standards and supports operational integrity through startup and commissioning.

Skills

gmp, capex, Oral Solid Dose, coating, tablets

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Report weekly on tableting and coating scope progress, risks, and milestones.

• Lead design reviews including equipment layouts, utility hookups, and validation documentation.

• Coordinate with vendors and consultants to optimize tablet press performance, coating uniformity, and system reliability.

• Manage unloading, installation, commissioning, and validation of tableting and coating systems.

• Support PQ execution and final handover of systems to site operations.

• Assist in drafting SOPs, PM schedules, and QMS documentation for tableting and coating assets.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Wilson, NC.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $115000.00 - $144000.00/yr.

Full company benefits through sponsor company

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Wilson,NC.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 12, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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