{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"443f33fadf2e35d52ddb8543","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/443f33fadf2e35d52ddb8543","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/443f33fadf2e35d52ddb8543","title":"Principal Engineer (Reliability)","description":"Principal Engineer (Reliability) - 3479980\nTitle: Principal Engineer (Reliability) - 3479980\nLocation: Puerto Rico (Open to Puerto Rico residents who are U.S. Citizens)\nSchedule: 100% Onsite – Administrative Shift (8:00 AM – 5:00 PM)\nPositions: 1\nContract Duration: Approximately One Year\nSUMMARY\nOur client is seeking a highly experienced Principal Engineer responsible for coordinating multiple complex and non-routine engineering projects. This role requires deep technical expertise in the planning, design, reconfiguration, construction, maintenance, and modification of systems, facilities, and processes. The Principal Engineer will apply advanced knowledge across multiple engineering disciplines—including process engineering, unit operations, and equipment engineering—to support process characterization, optimization, scale-up initiatives, and manufacturing operations.\nPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS\n\nExperience applying reliability engineering methodologies such as FMEA, RCM, RCA, Weibull Analysis, and predictive analytics to enhance equipment and system performance.\nExperience managing and interpreting equipment reliability metrics (MTBF, MTTR, OEE) to identify and prioritize improvement opportunities.\nProfessional certifications preferred (e.g., CMRP, CRE, PE).\nDemonstrated success implementing reliability engineering programs and asset performance strategies.\nExperience with CMMS and predictive maintenance systems (e.g., Maximo, SAP, XFRACAS, ReliaSoft).\nStrong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate complex data into actionable insights.\nWorking knowledge of pharmaceutical or biotech processes.\nFamiliarity with validation processes and documentation requirements in a highly regulated environment.\nAbility to operate specialized laboratory equipment and computerized systems.\nAbility to interpret and apply GLPs and GMPs.\nAbility to apply engineering science within production environments.\nAbility to develop solutions to technical problems of limited or moderate scope.\nDemonstrated proficiency in:\nProblem-solving and applied engineering\nBasic technical report writing\nVerbal communication\nComprehensive understanding of validation protocol execution requirements.\n\nEDUCATION\nCandidates must meet one of the following minimum requirements:\n\nDoctorate + 2 years of Engineering experience\nMaster’s degree + 4 years of Engineering experience\nBachelor’s degree in Engineering + 6 years of Engineering experience\n\nFUNCTIONS\n\nEstablish engineering policies for major operational segments of the company.\nInterpret, execute, and recommend modifications to company-wide engineering policies and procedures.\nDevelop project and organizational budgets that encompass all engineering disciplines for large and complex initiatives.\nApply advanced engineering principles, theories, and concepts to develop new methods or expand existing methodologies.\nConduct in-depth technical investigations, define project scope, identify research areas, and develop innovative concepts.\nPlan and execute engineering research or investigations of significant scope and complexity.\nOrganize, lead, and coordinate the work of engineering teams, including engineers and technicians.\nCollaborate with research, manufacturing, process development, utilities, facilities, quality assurance, and validation groups to develop requirements and recommendations for major system, facility, or process modifications.\nServe as a corporate engineering resource with specialization in multiple engineering disciplines.\nDesign, execute, implement, and oversee engineering or process projects that significantly contribute to high-priority organizational goals.\nPerform additional duties as assigned.\n\n#J-18808-Ljbffr","company":"Proquality Network","rawCompany":"proquality network","city":"Eastern","state":"KY","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-10-08T04:16:58.364Z","occupations":[{"code":"17-2199.00","title":"Engineers, All Other","slug":"engineers-all-other"},{"code":"11-9041.00","title":"Architectural and Engineering Managers","slug":"architectural-and-engineering-managers"},{"code":"17-2112.03","title":"Manufacturing Engineers","slug":"manufacturing-engineers"}],"industries":[{"code":"541330","title":"Engineering Services","slug":"engineering-services"},{"code":"541715","title":"Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)","slug":"research-and-development-in-the-physical-engineering-and-life-sciences-except-nanotechnology-and-biotechnology"},{"code":"541690","title":"Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services","slug":"other-scientific-and-technical-consulting-services"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Principal Engineer (Reliability)","description":"Principal Engineer (Reliability) - 3479980\nTitle: Principal Engineer (Reliability) - 3479980\nLocation: Puerto Rico (Open to Puerto Rico residents who are U.S. Citizens)\nSchedule: 100% Onsite – Administrative Shift (8:00 AM – 5:00 PM)\nPositions: 1\nContract Duration: Approximately One Year\nSUMMARY\nOur client is seeking a highly experienced Principal Engineer responsible for coordinating multiple complex and non-routine engineering projects. This role requires deep technical expertise in the planning, design, reconfiguration, construction, maintenance, and modification of systems, facilities, and processes. The Principal Engineer will apply advanced knowledge across multiple engineering disciplines—including process engineering, unit operations, and equipment engineering—to support process characterization, optimization, scale-up initiatives, and manufacturing operations.\nPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS\n\nExperience applying reliability engineering methodologies such as FMEA, RCM, RCA, Weibull Analysis, and predictive analytics to enhance equipment and system performance.\nExperience managing and interpreting equipment reliability metrics (MTBF, MTTR, OEE) to identify and prioritize improvement opportunities.\nProfessional certifications preferred (e.g., CMRP, CRE, PE).\nDemonstrated success implementing reliability engineering programs and asset performance strategies.\nExperience with CMMS and predictive maintenance systems (e.g., Maximo, SAP, XFRACAS, ReliaSoft).\nStrong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate complex data into actionable insights.\nWorking knowledge of pharmaceutical or biotech processes.\nFamiliarity with validation processes and documentation requirements in a highly regulated environment.\nAbility to operate specialized laboratory equipment and computerized systems.\nAbility to interpret and apply GLPs and GMPs.\nAbility to apply engineering science within production environments.\nAbility to develop solutions to technical problems of limited or moderate scope.\nDemonstrated proficiency in:\nProblem-solving and applied engineering\nBasic technical report writing\nVerbal communication\nComprehensive understanding of validation protocol execution requirements.\n\nEDUCATION\nCandidates must meet one of the following minimum requirements:\n\nDoctorate + 2 years of Engineering experience\nMaster’s degree + 4 years of Engineering experience\nBachelor’s degree in Engineering + 6 years of Engineering experience\n\nFUNCTIONS\n\nEstablish engineering policies for major operational segments of the company.\nInterpret, execute, and recommend modifications to company-wide engineering policies and procedures.\nDevelop project and organizational budgets that encompass all engineering disciplines for large and complex initiatives.\nApply advanced engineering principles, theories, and concepts to develop new methods or expand existing methodologies.\nConduct in-depth technical investigations, define project scope, identify research areas, and develop innovative concepts.\nPlan and execute engineering research or investigations of significant scope and complexity.\nOrganize, lead, and coordinate the work of engineering teams, including engineers and technicians.\nCollaborate with research, manufacturing, process development, utilities, facilities, quality assurance, and validation groups to develop requirements and recommendations for major system, facility, or process modifications.\nServe as a corporate engineering resource with specialization in multiple engineering disciplines.\nDesign, execute, implement, and oversee engineering or process projects that significantly contribute to high-priority organizational goals.\nPerform additional duties as assigned.\n\n#J-18808-Ljbffr","datePosted":"2026-10-08T04:16:58.364Z","dateModified":"2026-10-08T04:16:58.364Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Proquality Network","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"Eastern","addressRegion":"KY","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"443f33fadf2e35d52ddb8543"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/443f33fadf2e35d52ddb8543"}}