senior project engineer.

job summary:
Join Our Client, an 8-time "World's Best Workplace" impacting 150M+ patients. Bring your Engineering BS and 2-4 years of experience to lead strategic capital and manufacturing projects from planning through production release.

 
 
location: Mahwah, New Jersey
job type: Contract
salary: $58.06 - 66.00 per hour
work hours: 8am to 5pm
education: Bachelors
 
responsibilities:
The Senior Project Engineer independently leads engineering implementation activities for strategic capital and manufacturing projects from planning through qualification and release. The role coordinates technical integration across equipment, automation, manufacturing, quality, and facilities while ensuring solutions are successfully implemented into production.

Key responsibilities include engineering execution, manufacturing integration, change control and documentation, qualification/release readiness and technical problem solving. The Senior Project Engineer partners closely with Project Managers, Equipment SMEs, Programmers, and cross-functional stakeholders to deliver safe, compliant, reliable, and scalable manufacturing solutions.

The SR Project Engineer is responsible for the technical execution of capital equipment and manufacturing improvement projects from concept through production release. Working closely with Project Managers, Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, Facilities, Supply Chain, and external equipment suppliers, this role ensures projects are delivered on schedule while meeting safety, quality, and operational objectives.

Support Project Managers in the execution of capital projects by coordinating project activities, tracking action items, and communicating with cross-functional teams. Attend project meetings, assist with equipment installations, FAT/SAT and validation activities, work with engineering teams and suppliers to resolve technical issues, and maintain project documentation. The role will involve spending time both in the office and on the manufacturing floor while learning the project lifecycle and progressively taking ownership of project tasks.

MUST HAVES:

1. Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial, Biomedical, or related field)

- Recent graduates encouraged to apply.

2. Strong Communication & Organizational Skills

- Ability to communicate effectively across cross-functional teams and manage multiple priorities.

3. Strong Technical Aptitude & Willingness to Learn

- Demonstrated initiative, problem-solving skills, and a desire to learn project management, manufacturing processes, and capital equipment implementation.

NICE TO HAVES:

- Internship or co-op experience in manufacturing, engineering, or project-based work.

- Experience working in a team environment through school projects, internships, or extracurricular activities.

- Exposure to manufacturing processes, automation, or robotics.

- Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement principles.

- Experience using Microsoft Project, Excel, or other project management tools.

Medical Device experience HIGHLY preferred

Education/Certifications:

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.

- 2-4 years of engineering experience (internships and co-op experience considered).

- PMP, Lean Six Sigma, or other project management certifications are a plus but not required.

 
qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial, Biomedical, or a related engineering discipline.

2 to 4 years of engineering experience (internships and co-op experience considered), with medical device industry experience highly preferred.

Strong organizational, communication, and technical problem-solving skills with a demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in team environments.

 
skills:
Excel,Microsoft Project,communicating,Communication,Ability to communicate effectively,Organizational Skills,Willingness to Learn,desire to learn,problem solving,problem-solving skills,working in a team,automation,Biomedical,Biomedical Engineering,continuous improvement principles,PMP,change control,Industrial Engineering,installations,Lean Manufacturing,Lean Six Sigma,Lean Six Sigma,manufacturing,Manufacturing Engineering,manufacturing processes,Mechanical Engineering,project management,project management tools,project management,project lifecycle,robotics,safety,Six Sigma,Supply Chain,Technical Aptitude,resolve technical issues,project documentation


Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com.

Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

This posting is open for thirty (30) days.