Overview
Sr. Project Engineer – Tableting / Coating (Wilson, NC, US, 27893)
We are Reckitt
Home to the world's best loved and trusted hygiene, health, and nutrition brands. Our purpose defines why we exist: to protect, heal and nurture in the relentless pursuit of a cleaner, healthier world. We are a global team united by this purpose.Join us in our fight to make access to the highest quality hygiene, wellness, and nourishment a right and not a privilege.
Supply
Our supply chain is the backbone of our business. It's how we get our trusted products to people all over the world, safely and efficiently. And it's our talented and passionate teams that make this happen. If you're looking for a career in supply chain, there's no better place to be than Reckitt. We offer a variety of exciting opportunities in all areas of the supply chain, from planning and procurement to manufacturing and logistics. You could join our Global Supply Planning team to develop and implement our global supply strategy, or work with our Procurement Centre of Excellence team to negotiate and manage our supplier relationships. Our Manufacturing Excellence team help us improve the efficiency, quality and safety of our manufacturing operations, and our Logistics Excellence team develop new and innovative ways to distribute our products to customers.
About the role
As a Senior Project Engineer specializing in tableting and coating systems, you will lead capital investment and master plan initiatives across solid dosage manufacturing operations. You’ll provide technical direction and subject matter expertise in tablet compression, coating technologies, and material flow optimization. Your leadership will enhance throughput, product quality, and equipment reliability while aligning with plant performance and GMP compliance goals.
Your responsibilities
- 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.
The experience we're looking for
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Chemical, Industrial, or related field) or equivalent experience.
- 8+ years of engineering experience including 3+ years in capital project management.
- Deep understanding of tablet compression, coating technologies, and solid dosage manufacturing systems.
- Skilled in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and MS Project.
- Proven experience in tableting and coating systems within pharmaceutical or OTC healthcare manufacturing environments.
- Strong organizational and communication skills with ability to lead cross-functional coordination.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD, equipment layout planning, and process flow mapping.
- Knowledge of hygiene design, GMP logistics, and validation practices.
- Understanding of project execution lifecycle and ability to drive results across diverse teams.
The skills for success
Supply Chain Management, Business Partnership, Collaboration and partnership building, Relationship Management, Business accumen, Productivity management, Improve business processes, Advanced Analytics, Data Analytics, Supply Chain Planning, Logistics Management.
What we offer
With inclusion at the heart of everything we do, working alongside our four global Employee Resource Groups, we support our people at every step of their career journey, helping them to succeed in their own individual way.We invest in the wellbeing of our people through parental benefits, an Employee Assistance Program to promote mental health, and life insurance for all employees globally. We have a range of other benefits in line with the local market. Through our global share plans we offer the opportunity to save and share in Reckitt's potential future successes. For eligible roles, we also offer short-term incentives to recognise, appreciate and reward your work for delivering outstanding results. You will be rewarded in line with Reckitt's pay for performance philosophy.
Salary Range
USD $115,000.00 – $173,000.00
Pay Transparency
The base salary range for this role will vary based on experience in job and industry, training and education, skills relevant to the position, and other factors permitted by law. In addition to the base salary, the position is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, which is subject to change each year.Reckitt offers eligible employees competitive benefits including medical, prescription, dental, vision, and life and disability insurance; paid time off for vacation, sick and Company recognized holidays; a 401(k) plan; 16-week paid parental leave or 26 weeks for the birthing parent; adoption and fertility support; tuition reimbursement; discounts; and much more. Our compensation and benefits packages aim to give our talent the reward, protection, and peace of mind they deserve.If reasonable accommodation is needed to complete your application, please contact NAtalentacquisition@reckitt.com. Reckitt is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals.
Equality
We recognise that in real life, great people don't always 'tick all the boxes'. That's why we hire for potential as well as experience. Even if you don't meet every point on the job description, if this role and our company feels like a good fit for you, we still want to hear from you.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, disability or medical condition; colour, ethnicity, race, citizenship, and national origin; religion, faith; pregnancy, family status and caring responsibilities; sexual orientation; sex, gender identity, gender expression, and transgender identity; protected veteran status; size or any other basis protected by appropriate law.
