Senior Project Engineer

Location: Fareham / Eastleigh, Hampshire, UK (onsite)

Department: PTIG

Working Hours: Mon – Fri, 37.5 hours per week

A brighter future awaits you. CooperVision is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of soft contact lenses with a presence in over 100 countries. Being part of CooperVision means helping improve the way people see each day. It’s more than making contact lenses, it’s about giving lens wearers freedom and confidence to move about their daily lives.

At CooperVision, we’re big on belonging. Everyone’s contribution counts, and that’s why inclusion and diversity are so important. It isn’t just the right thing to do; it’s what makes our company the best it can be. We are committed to creating an inclusive and engaging workplace.

Job summary – What to expect:

• Lead investigation, development, specification, and delivery of advanced automation technology to support the business requirements of Global Packaging & Global Distribution Operations.
• Provide project management and technical engineering knowledge to the business from the onset of project initiation through post implementation.
• Partner with others to deliver robust packaging and distribution processes, evaluating new technologies, perform feasibility studies, generate business cases, implement, and validate new automated equipment to satisfy business objectives.
• Leads and participates in process and product validations to assure all processes comply with company specifications to include internal quality systems and external regulations (FDA/ISO).
• Provides input to management to support the development and application of current/new business processes.
• Partners with other global resources to align and standardize wherever possible.

Scope

This position has responsibility for leading complex, multi-year, multi-million dollar “state of the art” automated technology projects, new product introductions and initiatives, including initial requirements and data gathering, developing solutions and business cases. Working collaboratively interdepartmentally and/or cross-functionally, engaging people resources throughout global operations, as well as managing global vendors and suppliers. Utilizes project management tools to ensure projects achieve business requirements, managing the project work undertaken in terms of time, cost, and quality. Responsible for updating and reporting out progress regularly in a variety of documentation and global forums, including those with senior leadership.

Essential Functions & Accountabilities

• Leads multiple cross functional and complex projects, inclusive of equipment builds (multi-million dollars per machine), complex process changes, facility layout changes and/or EHS improvements.
• Manages scope, deliverables, risk and resources (internal and external).
• Leads equipment design & procurement, including developing User Requirement Specifications (URS), vendor and proposal evaluation, (P)FMEA and process mapping creation, conducting Factory and Site Acceptance Testing (FAT and SAT), and coordinating installation activities with vendors.
• Reviews and provides recommendations on contractor bids, capabilities, and engineering feasibility of project proposals.
• Develops and maintains in depth technical knowledge of facility, equipment, processes, and products within CooperVision.
• Creates and updates project deliverables in support of project objectives.
• Facilitates meetings (and produces related documents such as agendas and minutes) to review and update portfolio, program and project information.
• Effectively applies PM Tools and Methods with sponsors, resource managers, and other stakeholders, and counsels them on appropriate use and application.
• Works closely with other local and global project managers on related projects or programs on dependencies such as managing issues and risks, updating schedules and predecessors/successors, communication planning, and creating other plans and records.
• Works collaboratively in a fast paced, agile environment where close teamwork and partnering are the order of the day.
• Builds positive, productive working relationships across the organization.
• Addresses project challenges effectively, evaluating alternatives, proposing, and implementing solutions, and taking corrective action as necessary.
• Train other team members, operators and maintenance on automation and equipment as required, to establish and maintain best work practices, including all technical and training documentation.
• Partner with site finance leadership team to appropriately forecast project spend, project closure, and asset assignment.

Travel Requirements

Significant domestic and worldwide travel, including CooperVision sites and external vendors.

Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of contact lens packaging and distribution preferred.
• Experience in Project Management.
• Background in packaging automation, manufacturing processes, distribution methods, product coding, printing and verification processes.
• Experience with FDA/medical packaging regulations, process validation and protocols.
• Advanced skills with Microsoft Suite, including Project and Visio.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, presentation, and facilitation skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to interact cross-functionally.
• Strong planning and risk management capabilities.
• A Team Player, able to work alone or within global multi-discipline teams, as well as outside vendors and organizations.
• Attention to detail and persistence.
• Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment.
• Willing to learn new skills and adapt to new situations.
• Ability to read and understand highly technical material.

Mainly working in an office environment, but with frequent time in packaging and distribution facilities, around automated machines and equipment. May be required to work for extended hours with a personal computer and programs to prepare documents and reports.

Experience

3-7 years of relevant working experience. Working in an engineering project’s function requiring a high level of collaborative dialogue with operations, respective Management and other support Teams. Preference for a significant Medical Device or Pharmaceutical background relevant to required area of expertise.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering field required or equivalent qualification. Industrial, Mechanical, or Packaging Engineering degree strongly preferred. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. APM Practitioners Course or Prince II Project management.

What we offer:

You’ll receive competitive compensation and a fantastic benefits package including 25 days holiday, pension scheme, healthcare cover, life assurance, access to our Wellness Platform to support you in mental health and wellbeing, a discounted contact lens scheme and much more!

We are committed to our employees’ personal and professional development and offer extensive training to support your career growth and help every individual to reach their full potential. To help us achieve our goals, we’ll give you everything you need to help you achieve yours.

We also provide access to LinkedIn Learning to help you develop in your career and grow with CooperVision.

What you can expect:

As a CooperVision employee, you’ll be welcomed into a diverse and progressive global business. We appreciate how important fostering a diverse and inclusive culture is and how different perspectives add value and contribute to our success.

If you like what you see, take the first step towards your Brighter Future and apply today! All suitably qualified applicants will receive equal consideration and opportunities from CooperVision.