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Senior Project Engineer - Tablets And Coatings

Actalent, Wilson, North Carolina, United States, 27893

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Senior Project Engineer – Tablets And Coatings

Join Actalent in Wilson, NC to lead the execution of tablet and coating system projects. This permanent position offers a competitive salary range of $115,000 – $144,000 per year.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the 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 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.

Additional 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.

Experience Level Intermediate

Employment Type Full‑time

Location Wilson, NC

Salary $115,000 – $144,000 per year

Application Deadline November 14, 2025

Company Overview Actalent is a global leader in engineering and scientific services and talent solutions, delivering expertise across more than 30,000 consultants and 4,500 clients worldwide.

Equal Employment Opportunity Actalent 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, or genetic information. If you require reasonable accommodation in the application process, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com.

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