Engineering Jobs in Paterson New Jersey

Job Title : Oceanography Category / Component: Officer • Both Overview Oceanography (OCEANO) Officers, also called METOC, are the Navy's geophysical experts who understand and apply all facets of meteorology, oceanography, hydrography, bathymetry, geophysics, and precise time and astrometry.

Their mission is to define and apply the physical environment, from the bottom of the ocean to the stars, to ensure the U.S.

Navy has the freedom of action to deter aggression, maintain freedom of the seas, and win wars.

Key Responsibilities Provide timely and relevant support to fleet and joint operations by leading the collection, processing, prediction, exploitation, and dissemination of environmental data.

Ensure safety of navigation, access to denied waters, freedom to maneuver at will, and increase the lethality of Navy forces.

Lead teams ranging from small 3-4 person deployable units to large commands of over 400 personnel.

Serve as the one-of-one geophysical expert at an operational command.

What to Expect Serve in a variety of challenging operational billets with increasing scope and responsibility, both at sea and ashore.

The career path interweaves sea, shore, and educational tours.

Sea duty may include leading small team detachments on U.S.

and foreign vessels, serving as the embarked OCEANO Officer on an aircraft carrier or amphibious ship, or serving on a Strike Group or Joint Task Force staff.

Shore tours include assignments at major production commands, forecast centers, headquarters, Joint commands, the Navy Data Center, and Naval Research Labs.

Work Environment Assignments are worldwide, including Europe, Hawaii, Asia, and the Middle East.

Work environments range from being at sea on surface combatants, survey vessels, aircraft carriers, and amphibious ships to being ashore at major production commands, forecast centers, headquarters, and research facilities.

Pathways, Training & Advancement Initial training includes the 3-week Information Warfare Basic Course (IWBC) and the 7-week Basic Oceanography Accession Training (BOAT).

Officers may also attend Division Officer Leadership Course (DIVOLC).

Postgraduate education at the Naval Postgraduate School is required for officers at the LCDR level and senior, typically as mid-grade Lieutenants.

Promotions to LTJG and LT occur at 2 and 4 years of service, with competitive promotion opportunities to LCDR, CDR, CAPT, and Flag Officer ranks.

Requires a Baccalaureate degree, preferably in a technical field, with a cumulative GPA of 2.8 or greater.

Must have completed a full college calculus series (I and II) with a minimum 'C' average, and a college-level calculus-based physics series (I and II) with a minimum 'B' average.

A desired degree is in physics, physics-based oceanography, meteorology, hydrography, earth science, engineering, or mathematics.

Qualifications All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment or commissioning standards, which typically include: Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy as an Officer, including United States citizenship A bachelor's or qualifying professional degree Meeting age limits that vary by program and are set in law and Navy policy.

Some communities have more restrictive age ranges Meeting medical, vision, and dental standards, including body composition and physical fitness requirements, with some jobs requiring more demanding standards Meeting character and conduct standards, including background screening Achieving required test scores on the Officer Aptitude Rating exam Eligibility for a security clearance when required for your rating or designator Additional qualifications can include specific skills, education, licensure, or experience that are unique to a job or community and will be reviewed with you by a recruiter.

Additional qualifications for this job may include: Must be qualified for sea duty, world-wide assignable, and eligible for a Top-Secret security clearance.

Education Education benefits are available through standard Navy programs such as Tuition Assistance, the Post-9/11 GI Bill, ACE-recommended college credit for Navy training, Navy COOL-funded certifications, USMAP apprenticeships, and other Navy College Program opportunities.

Specific options depend on the Sailor's status, training, and current Navy policy.

Pay, Benefits & Service Pay, benefits, and service commitments follow standard Navy Active and/or Reserve policies for this type of role, including basic pay, allowances when eligible, health coverage, and retirement options.

Exact entitlements, special pays, and service obligations depend on program, component, years of service, and current law and Navy guidance.

Incentives Incentives such as bonuses, special pays, and loan repayment may be available at times for specific ratings or communities, but they change frequently and cannot be guaranteed.

Applicants must confirm current incentives and eligibility with an official Navy recruiter or authoritative Navy source.

Notes and Disclaimers This description is a general overview of typical duties, training, and opportunities in this community.

It does not replace official Navy instructions, policies, or contracts and does not guarantee specific assignments, training, incentives, or outcomes.

Actual opportunities depend on Navy needs, individual performance, screening results, and current law and policy.

SGS is the global leader and innovator in inspection, verification, testing and certification services. Founded in 1878, SGS is recognized as the global benchmark in quality and integrity. With over 97,000 employees in 130 countries and operating a network of more than 2,400 offices and laboratories, we provide services to almost every industry by assuring quality and safety of products and services.

Trusted all over the world, SGS is a market leader because we put 100% passion, pride and innovation into everything we do. We encourage new ideas. We welcome people who challenge the way we do things. And we will be 100% committed to helping you reach your full potential.

The Technician, Laboratory, CP, under general supervision performs routine laboratory tests to determine the performance, chemical and/or physical composition of Furniture or Toys and Juvenile Products.

Job Functions

• Works under general supervision to perform the following job functions, generally:
• Performs routine laboratory testing, following relevant company’s Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) and methods. Validate performance on methods as required.
• Test to applicable standards (ASTM, CSPA, ISO, SSC, etc.) and customer specific protocols.
• Under supervision, develop, write, review, perform and validate test methods, laboratory SOPs, and other department level operating and quality documents.
• Ensure compliance with all required local and federal safety processes and procedures.
• May assist in limited internal support to marketing, sales, customer service and laboratory operations regarding test, report and other technical information.
• Demonstrates good and safe work habits and enforces a clean working environment.
• Perform general upkeep and housekeeping of the laboratory
• Accurately complete and maintain all laboratory reports.
• May also have prep or field responsibilities, as required by business needs.
• May be required to receive, sort, log client samples into the data base, and prepare sample labels.
• May be required to archive, return, or dispose of client samples as per established procedure.
• Perform daily, weekly, and monthly Quality Assurance/Quality Control checks on equipment.
• Assist in keeping inventory of laboratory chemicals and equipment necessary for the day to day functioning of the laboratory and in compiling list of supplies to be ordered when needed.
• Assists in calibration / verification tasks and other ISO 17025 related activities.
• Ensure all personal protective equipment (PPE) relevant for tasks is worn at all times.
• Adheres to internal standards, policies and procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Toy and Juvenile product Lab- This position performs performance, chemical and physical testing of toy, juvenile products, children's products, and furniture consumer products learning multiple industry methods
  
  

• Associate degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering OR equivalent combination of education and experience (Required)
• 2-5 years working in relevant SBU industrial/lab/field setting with experience following strict safety standards (Preferred)

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance for full time employees.
• Retirement savings plan.
• Continuous professional development and training opportunities.
• A dynamic, collaborative work environment.
• Access to cutting-edge cryptographic technology and tools.

Physical Demands of the Job

• Stand: Occasionally
• Move or traverse: Frequently
• Sit: Constantly
• Use hands: Constantly
• Reach with hands and arms: Occasionally
• Climb or balance: Occasionally
• Stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl: Occasionally
• Talk/hear: Constantly
• Taste/Smell: Occasionally
• Lift/carry/push or pull: Occasionally 30 lbs

Pay Range: $21.00-26.00/ hour

Compensation

The expected salary range for this position is $21.00-$26.00/ hour. This range represents the minimum and maximum base salary we reasonably expect to pay for this role. Actual compensation within the range will depend on skills, experience, and qualifications.

Our Benefits

We care about your total well-being and will support you with the following, subject to your location and role.

• Health: Medical, dental and vision insurance, life insurance, employee assistance programs.
• Wealth: In addition to base pay, we offer 401(k) with company match (immediate vesting upon enrollment).
• Happiness:
  • Professional Growth: Online training courses, virtual and classroom development experiences, tuition reimbursement program
  • Work-Life Balance: Paid-time off and family leave

In compliance with applicable state and local pay transparency laws, we provide clear and equitable compensation information for all applicants.

Position anticipated to close May 4, 2026.

Additional information

SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristics protected by law.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.

This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts the company’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

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R&D Scientist II – Materials / Polymer Focus (Lab-Based) - 626501

Location: Franklin Lakes, NJ (Onsite – 5 days/week)

Duration: 12-month contract (W2)

Pay Rate: ~$35.75 - $37.75/hr.

Overview

We are seeking a junior-level R&D Scientist II to join a Specimen Management R&D team, supporting the development of blood collection devices (e.g., tubes, needles, plastic components).

This role is highly lab-focused (≈50%+ hands-on testing) and ideal for candidates with a background in materials science, polymer chemistry, or chemical engineering who enjoy bench work and experimental testing.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct material characterization and testing, including:
• FTIR, DSC, TGA, rheology, and mechanical testing
• Environmental Stress Cracking (ESC) and Thermal Cycle Analysis (TCA)
• Design and execute lab experiments and test protocols
• Perform root cause investigations related to material and product failures
• Support material selection, qualification, and vendor/material changes
• Prepare samples and prototypes for internal and external testing
• Document results and provide data-driven recommendations
• Assist with small-scale material assessments and innovation efforts
• Maintain lab equipment and follow Good Laboratory Practices (GLP)
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (R&D, Manufacturing, Quality, etc.)
• Support testing involving human blood samples (training and PPE provided)

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in: Materials Science, Polymer Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field
• 2+ years of laboratory experience (industry or academic)
• Hands-on experience with materials testing and characterization
• Strong interest in polymer/material science (non-metal/ceramic focus)
• Comfortable working in a lab-heavy, hands-on role
• Basic knowledge of statistical tools (Excel, Minitab, etc.)
• Ability to conduct independent research and literature reviews

Preferred Qualifications

• Polymers or plastic materials (especially for medical devices)
• Material formulation or modification
• ESC, TCA, or similar testing methods
• Exposure to analytical chemistry techniques
• Experience working with biological materials or blood samples
• Background in tissue engineering or DNA-related work (nice-to-have)

Work Environment & Expectations

• 50%+ lab-based work (testing, characterization, experimentation)
• Remaining time focused on analysis, reporting, and innovation projects
• Fully onsite role (no remote option)
• No travel required
• Dynamic, fast-paced R&D environment
• Opportunity for long-term growth

Interview Process

• Initial screening with Hiring Manager
• Follow-up panel interview with project team (virtual via Teams)

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Early-career scientist with a strong materials/polymer background
• Curious, hands-on, and eager to learn
• Comfortable working independently in a lab setting
• Interested in medical device R&D and material innovation

Sr. AV Project Manager

Summary:

We are seeking a highly experienced and technically advanced Sr. AV Manager who can bridge business needs with technical execution. This role requires a strong client-facing professional who can consult on AV strategy, design enterprise-grade systems, manage projects end-to-end, and support installations when required.

The ideal candidate will be equally comfortable presenting AV solutions to executive stakeholders, designing complex video conferencing systems, leading integration teams, and supporting end users in a fast-paced, high-demand environment.

Responsibilities:

60% of the time

• Client & Business Engagement
• AV System Design & Engineering
• Project Management & Leadership

25% of the time

• BoM & Commercial Review
• Operation & Strategic Contribution
• Scope Documentation & Reporting

15% of the time

• Installation Oversight & Technical Support

Actual Product and/or Geographic Responsibilities (if applicable):

• AV consulting, design, manage project, support installation, and end-user support

Required Qualifications:

Education:

• 4-year college degree

Field Of Study:

• Network, Telecom, Audio/Visual

Experience, Knowledge and/or Skills:

Client & Business Engagement

• Serve as the primary AV subject matter expert (SME) for clients and business partners.
• Conduct client needs assessments and recommend scalable AV solutions.
• Confidently present and explain AV technologies, including video conferencing systems and collaboration services.
• Translate business requirements into technical AV designs.
• Maintain strong relationships with customers, vendors, and integration partners.

AV System Design & Engineering

• Design enterprise-level AV systems including:
• Video conferencing rooms (huddle, conference, boardroom, training rooms)
• Collaboration spaces and multi-purpose environments
• Digital signage and integrated AV systems
• Demonstrate deep knowledge of:
• Cisco Systems video conferencing solutions (Room Series, Codec platforms)
• Poly video collaboration systems
• Cisco Webex
• Microsoft Teams
• Zoom
• Design systems with proper signal flow, network integration, DSP configuration concepts, and control systems.
• Ensure interoperability between conferencing platforms and room systems.

Project Management & Leadership

• Lead AV projects from concept through completion.
• Manage internal technicians and/or third-party AV integration partners.
• Develop project timelines, milestones, and resource plans.
• Coordinate with IT, network, facilities, and construction teams.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and aligned with scope.
• Proactively mitigate project risks and resolve technical challenges.

Bill of Materials (BoM) & Commercial Review

• Develop detailed Bills of Materials (BoM) with appropriate AV components.
• Ensure selected equipment aligns with design intent, compatibility, and budget.
• Review vendor quotations and validate technical accuracy.
• Review partner invoices against approved scope and pricing.
• Support procurement processes and cost optimization strategies.

Scope Documentation & Reporting

• Clearly define and communicate full project scope to both clients and AV integrators.
• Produce technical design documentation and system diagrams.
• Prepare project completion reports including:
• Final as-built documentation
• Equipment lists
• Test results
• Client sign-off documentation
• Maintain organized documentation for audit and service continuity.

Installation Oversight & Technical Support

• Oversee and, when required, assist with AV system installation and commissioning.
• Perform system testing, validation, and user acceptance support.
• Provide advanced troubleshooting for video conferencing and AV integration issues.
• Deliver end-user training and ongoing support.
• Provide white-glove executive support when necessary.

Operational & Strategic Contribution

• Establish AV standards and best practices.
• Recommend lifecycle upgrades and technology roadmaps.
• Stay current with emerging AV technologies and collaboration trends.
• Support business development efforts with technical consultation.

Computer Skills:

• Computer skills at level to understand and use MS Word, Excel, and PPT.

Travel:

• 50%

Physical Demands:

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; climb or balance and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 10 to 40 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and color vision.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 7+ years of experience in AV system design, integration, and project management.
• Proven experience managing enterprise AV deployments.
• Strong understanding of IP-based AV, networking fundamentals, and UC platforms.
• Ability to communicate effectively with executives, engineers, and technicians.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams in high-demand environments.
• Strong documentation and reporting skills.
• Executive-level communication skills
• Technical depth with business acumen
• Strong leadership and decision-making abilities
• Detail-oriented with high accountability
• Ability to thrive in fast-paced, high-pressure environments
• Customer-first mindset
• Korean/English Bi-lingual

Preferred Certifications:

• AVIXA CTS, CTS-D, or CTS-I
• PMP certification is a plus

Pay range is $32-$40 per hour with full benefits available, including paid time off, medical/dental/vision/life insurance, 401K, parental leave, and more. Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. Pay is based on several factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

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Everyone on our team has earned a CPC (Certified Personnel Consultant) or CTS (Certified Temporary Staffing Specialist) accreditation from the National Association of Personnel Services. We are experts at staffing and recruiting with more than 16 years of experience serving employers.

Our approach to staffing isn't just a little bit different; it's a whole different ball game. While most staffing firms emphasize transactional services (taking and filling job orders), BTI Solutions focuses on providing more strategic solutions.

By acting as workforce consultants, we are able to find innovative and intelligent strategies for improving productivity, meeting project deadlines, improving hiring quality, decreasing turnover, and reducing total labor costs.

Our recruiting and candidate assessment process assures the highest quality matches between job seeker and employer, so you will get people who not only have the right qualifications but who also have the appropriate personality fit for your organization.

More than anything, the biggest difference with BTI Solutions is the one that matters most: bottom-line results.

• 95% client satisfaction rate measures client satisfaction vs. expectations.
• Clients have worked with us for over 10 years, on average.
• BTI Solutions counts 4 Global Telecommunication companies as clients.
• Client referrals are BTI Solutions' largest source of new clients.
• Google Review 4.4, Facebook Review 4.8

Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and maintain robust, scalable applications and modules, writing clean, efficient, and well-documented code
• Manage the entire software development lifecycle, including planning, prioritizing, testing, and releases, often using Agile methodologies
• Lead, guide, and mentor junior developers, conducting code reviews and ensuring adherence to best practices
• Work closely with project managers, business analysts, designers, and other engineers to define requirements and deliver innovative solutions
• Implement automated testing, debug issues, troubleshoot complex problems, and ensure application security and performance
• Contribute to high-level application design and database architecture
• Participate in internal and external meetings to gather the business requirements and suggest solutions
• Analyze the business requirements and suggest the best practice to apply to the business requirements
• Write clean code to produce fully functional backend processes and frontend UI modules
• Develop a new or existing system of frontend UI and APIs
• Write unit, integration, and production test scenarios
• Troubleshoot and debug to optimize application performance
• Liaise with the development team to identify and plan new features
• Ensure the developed modules comply with Samsung SDS quality assurance standards
• Research and suggest new technologies, applications, and protocols
• Be an individual contributor when it comes to designing and developing frameworks and critical pieces of code that have a wider impact
• Create detailed technical plans for the execution and implementation of projects
• Be available to answer technical questions, clarifications, and clear obstacles for the team
• Being transparent with the team about challenges, failures, and successes
• Writing development progress reports

Requirements:

• 10+ years of application development experience
• Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or a related field
• Extensive knowledge of Java development. This includes the whole process, from the first line of code to implementation in the production environment
• Deep knowledge of operating systems, including but not limited to
• Proficiency with writing automated tests in JUnit, Espresso, Mocha, Jest, Enzyme, XCTest, etc.
• Proficiency in Java, with a good understanding of its ecosystems
• Sound knowledge of Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) Patterns and Concepts
• Familiarity with different design and architectural patterns
• Skill for writing reusable Java libraries
• Know-how of Java concurrency patterns
• Good understanding of the concepts of MVC (Model-View-Controller) Pattern, JDBC (Java Database Connectivity), and RESTful web services
• Experience in working with popular web application frameworks like Play and Spark
• Relevant Knowledge of Java GUI frameworks like Swing, SWT, and AWT according to project requirements
• Extensive knowledge of the class loading mechanism in Java
• Experience in handling external and embedded databases such as Oracle, MS SQL, etc.
• Understanding basic design principles behind a scalable application
• Skilled at creating database schemas that characterize and support business processes
• Basic knowledge of JVM (Java Virtual Machine), its drawbacks, weaknesses, and workarounds
• Implementing automated testing platforms and unit tests
• In-depth knowledge of code versioning tools, for instance, Git
• Expertise in continuous integration
• Experience in Java Server Pages (JSP) and servlets, Web frameworks like Struts and Spring
• Web Technologies like HTML, JavaScript, CSS, JQuery
• Abstract classes and interfaces
• Constructors, lists, maps, sets
• File IO and serialization, Exceptions, and Generics
• Java Keywords like static, volatile, synchronized, transient, etc
• Multithreading and Synchronization
• Experience with profiling and debugging Java-based applications and products
• Experience integrating with backend systems preferred, such as ERPs, WMS, OMS, etc.
• Solid knowledge of performance Improvement best practices
• Experience in a similar role would be advantageous
• Willingness to build professional relationships with staff and clients
• Excellent communication, motivational, and interpersonal skills

The Quality Control Lead is responsible for overseeing daily QC activities, ensuring products meet established quality standards and regulatory requirements. This role leads the QC team, coordinates testing and inspections, analyzes data, and implements corrective actions to maintain product excellence and compliance. This is a second shift role (3pm - 12am).

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and supervise the Quality Control team in daily laboratory and inspection activities.
• Develop, implement, and maintain QC procedures and protocols in line with company and regulatory standards.
• Review and approve QC test results, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Coordinate in-process and final product inspections and testing.
• Investigate quality deviations, non-conformances, and customer complaints; lead root cause analysis and corrective/preventive actions (CAPA).
• Ensure compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), ISO standards, FDA regulations, or other relevant guidelines.
• Maintain QC documentation, logs, and records to support audits and inspections.
• Train and mentor QC staff on quality procedures, equipment use, and safety protocols.
• Collaborate with Production, R&D, and QA teams to resolve quality issues and improve processes.
• Monitor laboratory equipment calibration and maintenance schedules.
• Prepare reports and present quality metrics to management.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biology, Engineering, or related field preferred.
• 3+ years of experience in Quality Control, with at least 1 year in a leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of QC laboratory techniques, testing methods, and quality standards.
• Experience with regulatory compliance (e.g., GMP, ISO, FDA).
• Bilingual English/Spanish.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication, leadership, and interpersonal abilities.

For immediate consideration please send resume outlining your related experience.

• Prepare microbiological media, reagents, and test materials required for routine laboratory testing.
• Perform microbiological analyses on raw materials, finished products, environmental monitoring samples, and water systems.
• Practice and maintain strict aseptic techniques and laboratory disinfection procedures per SOPs.
• Ensure accurate, timely, and compliant documentation of laboratory activities in accordance with cGMP and data integrity standards.
• Maintain laboratory records including notebooks, electronic systems, and LIMS documentation.
• Perform quality assurance and laboratory monitoring activities, including:
• Media preparation and qualification
• Environmental and laboratory area monitoring
• Incubator and equipment monitoring
• Instrument calibration and maintenance
• Sterilization and cleaning verification
• Maintain a clean, organized, and inspection-ready laboratory work environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Microbiology, Biology, or related life sciences field
• 0–2 years of laboratory experience (internship or academic laboratory experience acceptable)
• Basic understanding of microbiological techniques and scientific principles
• Familiarity with cGMP or regulated laboratory environments preferred
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate laboratory documentation

*This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship now or in the future*

Application Developer

Work Location: Ramsey, NJ

Summary:

Seeking a Web Developer to design, build, test, and maintain software applications that support business operations and user needs. The role ensures the quality, performance, and ongoing effectiveness of applications, translating functional requirements into reliable code and updating systems to improve performance or add new features.

Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and maintain software applications using the .NET framework and Microsoft Visual Studio, ensuring alignment with user and business requirements.
• Translate functional needs into working code, update applications for improved performance, and add new features as needed.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, including operating manuals and sales information, and provide follow-up training when required.
• Independently develop, test, and implement new automation-specific technical solutions, and maintain existing product baseline software.
• Provide technical guidance and support to staff and customers, including troubleshooting and resolving complex automation issues.
• Lead or participate in project teams to deliver control system application code, execute software test protocols, and provide commissioning and validation support.
• Stay current with emerging industry standards and technologies, making recommendations to enhance automation systems and reduce costs.
• Travel up to 15% to customer sites for onsite service, system commissioning, and support as needed.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Computer Science, or equivalent.
• Minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience in software development or automation.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Experience with PLC, SCADA, reporting tools, and database software/hardware platforms; familiarity with platforms such as Rockwell, AVEVA, Microsoft SQL, PC, and thin client preferred.
• Programming experience using the .NET framework and Microsoft Visual Studio; experience with WPF (Windows Presentation Foundation) preferred.
• Strong knowledge of integrated automation, information systems, and network design for industrial process control, especially in regulated industries.
• Experience with Linux operating system configuration and command line instructions.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Windows OS system configuration and administration.
• Ability to independently develop, test, and roll out new technical solutions and maintain existing software products.
• Strong troubleshooting skills and ability to provide technical support and guidance.
• Awareness of cGMP procedures and practices and their impact on control system development and modifications.
• Willingness and ability to travel up to 15% for onsite service and commissioning support.

HYBRID role - 2 days in office mandatory in Englewood Cliifs, NJ

Background

The Innovation Planner will act as the project manager and supply chain lead in processes that are executed in close cooperation with Marketing, R&D, Sales, Finance, Category Management and other Supply Chain Functional teams.

What You’ll Do

• Manage the innovation project plans from Pre-Start/Kick-off, through to implementation and post launch evaluation. This is achieved through helping to scope the project, defining activities and timings required to ensure capability is in place, and then following up on these timings throughout the project
• Manage the overall project networks, via MS project, coordinate inputs from all functions and hold individuals accountable for the delivery of their activities to ensure the project remains on time
• Ensure that the Supply Chain has the necessary capacities and capabilities to produce the innovations for all assigned sourcing sites
• Manage communication with all key project stakeholders and with global and regional innovation planners
• Coordinate required inputs to the business case for the innovation projects in terms of capital expenditure and SCC drivers, working closely with the global Procurement, Finance, Planning and Engineering teams
• Own and maintain the overall project networks for new variants and new hardware projects, as required to ensure “on time in full” delivery; by working closely with R&D, Marketing, Finance, Procurement, T&E, Quality and factories
• Co-lead risk assessments, and make sure action plans are embedded in the project timeline
• Support complexity reduction activities and sourcing analysis for the innovation projects, by working closely with Strategic Planning and Finance

Who You Are:

• You will have the opportunity to lead meetings with cross-functional team members and drive decisions to achieve one common goal
• You will work with your cross functional partners to develop timelines; understanding when key actions are needed and how the project team will navigate to successfully meet launch ambition
• You will face several hurdles throughout the innovation process. You will need to work collaboratively with your cross functional teams to overcome these challenges and successfully delivery your innovations to market.
• You influence team members to develop creative solutions when things go off-course, resulting in a different way to execute the project

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree (Business, Supply chain, R&D, Engineering preferred)
• 5 years’ experience in Supply Chain (Project Management, Planning, Procurement, Manufacturing, Engineering or Logistics) or in R&D with experience on new product development
• Project management skills (working knowledge of MS Project, MS Office)
• Basic appreciation level of how manufacturing works
• Strong leadership and business partnering skills with the ability to influence decisions