Engineering Jobs in Ridgewood, NJ

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• Perform assembly-type functions using hand and power tools.
  
  
• Read and interpret mechanical drawings, blueprints, and work instructions.
  
  
• Operate press brake, fastener machine, and index machine as required.
  
  
• Install wiring, lights, and hardware assemblies.
  
  
• Operate forklifts, cranes, and other shop equipment.
  
  
• Conduct visual inspections and ensure compliance with quality standards.
  
  
• Train and oversee assemblers (Lead level).
  
  
• Coordinate workflow and safety (Lead level).
  
  
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the supervisor.
  
  
• Ability to use measuring devices accurately.
  
  
• Strong math aptitude, including fractions and decimals.
  
  
• Basic computer navigation and documentation skills.
  
  
• Strong attention to detail and organizational ability.
  
  
• Critical thinking and problem-solving ability.
  
  
• Commitment to following company safety and operational procedures.
  
  
• Ability to lead, train, and evaluate other employees in assembly techniques (Lead level).
  
  

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• Associate Level: 1-2 years of related mechanical assembly experience.
  
  
• Staff Level: 2-4 years of professional mechanical assembly or fabrication experience.
  
  
• Lead Level: 5+ years of progressive experience in mechanical assembly, including supervisory or lead responsibilities in a manufacturing or defense environment.
  
  
• High School Diploma or GED required.
  
  
• Technical or vocational training in Mechanical Engineering or Manufacturing preferred.
  
  
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The Rockland County Department of Highways, Drainage Division, is seeking a Director of the Drainage Agency. The work is specialized diverse, and complex in nature.

This is administrative and managerial work of a complex nature that involves responsibility for developing and implementing policies and procedures to implement safe, efficient and modern stream maintenance and drainage programs. The work is performed under the general direction of the Superintendent of Highways and in accordance with Federal and New York State applicable laws and regulations and Rockland County objectives and policies. Supervision is exercised over professional and technical employees. Develops policies and procedures with respect to drainage programs and makes recommendations to the Superintendent of Highways regarding same. Arranges for the engineering, construction, improvement, repair and maintenance of County streams, water courses, drainage courses, and tributaries and ensures that services are in compliance with policies and regulations. Oversees the administration of drainage-related capital projects, including but not limited to monitoring funding, supervising contract bid processes, ensuring compliance with regulations and project requirement. Responds to emergencies (e.g. severe flooding) by inspecting and monitoring flooding and related conditions, acting as liaison with County officials and first responders to exchange information and resolve problems, preparing reports regarding flood damage and related conditions in order to obtain New York State and Federal funding. Completes applications and prepares documents to secure New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) permits, as needed, regarding dam safety, streams, aquatic habitats, wetland programs, etc. Acts as liaison to a variety of governmental agencies and units of government, as needed, including but not limited to the Army Corp of Engineers, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation, towns and village, etc. Approves plans, specifications and estimates for construction, maintenance and repair of stream watercourses and tributaries. Directs the control of trees, brush and weeds within the bounds of County streams. Plans and directs a program to inform residents about the programs and functions of the Drainage Agency. Oversees the Drainage Agency's permit application process and ensures compliance with the Rockland County Stream Control Act as it applies to activities within areas under the jurisdiction of the Drainage Agency. Plans and directs a Stream Maintenance program, maintains records and makes reports. Acts for and in place of the Superintendent of Highways with respect to drainage matters, as needed. May provide legal opinions regarding Federal, New York State, and Rockland County laws that pertain to drainage matters. May inventory and purchase machinery, equipment and materials.

Thorough knowledge of New York State Department of Environmental Conservation requirements and regulations, thorough knowledge of general practices and regulations regarding stream maintenance and general construction procedures. Good knowledge of administrative procedures and techniques, especially as they pertain to a comprehensive modern stream maintenance and drainage programs, ability to plan, develop and implement general policies and procedures for a modern and efficient stream and drainage system, including stream maintenance and construction. Ability to establish and maintain cooperative relationships with others, including elected officials and Federal and New York representatives. Have the ability to understand and interpret laws and regulations that pertain to drainage-related matters. Ability to effectively communicate, both orally and in writing Also does related work as required.

Minimum Qualifications:

• A Bachelor's degree or higher in Civil Engineering, Civil Engineering Technology, Environmental Engineering, or comparable curriculum or;
• A New York State license to practice law and
• Four (4) years of post-degree supervisory, administrative or management experience that substantially involved responsibility for drainage and/or environmental programs and projects (e.g., development of policies and procedures, supervision of staff, enforcement, providing legal opinions and/or litigating related matters, overseeing the implementation of programs and projects, etc.).

Other Requirements and Information:

• Must be a Resident of Rockland County.
• This is a competitive position in Civil Service and reachability on an eligible list following a civil service examination would be a requirement for permanent appointment.

Salary and Benefits:

Salary and benefits are competitive with the public sector market including but not limited to the following:

• $122,000.00 Annual Salary (as of January 1, 2026)
• 40 Hour work week
• Medical, Dental and Vision
• Time off including vacation, personal and holiday time
• New York State Pension eligibility
• Other benefits, including, but not limited to deferred compensation, tuition reimbursement, leadership and other professional development training

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should email a completed Rockland County employment application, to

Click here to access the online application.

Position open until filled.

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.

Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Data Engineer to build and manage our data infrastructure. The ideal candidate will be an expert in writing complex SQL queries, designing efficient database schemas, and developing ETL/ELT pipelines. You will ensure data is accurate, accessible, and optimized for performance to support business intelligence, analytics, and reporting needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Database Design & Management: Design, develop, and maintain relational databases (e.g. SQL Server, ProgressSQL, Oracle) and cloud-based data warehouses.
• Strategic SQL and Data Engineering: Develop sophisticated, optimized SQL queries, stored procedures, and functions to process and analyze large, complex datasets for actionable business insights.
• Data Pipeline Automation & Orchestration:Help build, automate, and orchestrate ETL/ELT workflows utilizing SQL, Python, and cloud-native tools to integrate and transform data from diverse, distributed sources.
• Performance Optimization: Tune queries and optimize database schema (indexing, partitioning, normalization) to improve data retrieval and processing speeds.
• Data Integrity & Security: Ensure data quality, consistency, and integrity across systems. Implement data masking, encryption, and role-based access control (RBAC).
• Documentation: Maintain technical documentation for database schemas, data dictionaries, and ETL workflows.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Systems, or a related field.
• SQL Mastery: 5+ years of experience with advanced SQL (window functions, CTEs, query optimization).
• Database Expertise: Deep understanding of relational database management systems (RDBMS) and data modeling techniques.
• Cloud Platforms: Demonstrated experience with Azure Data Services and other data warehouse technologies.
• Programming: Proficiency in Python for scripting and data manipulation.
• ETL Tools: Familiarity with tools like SSIS or Azure Data Factory.
• Soft Skills: Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Nice to Have

• Experience with NoSQL databases (Cosmos DB, MongoDB).
• Experience with big data frameworks (Apache Spark, Kafka).
• Relevant certifications (e.g., Microsoft Certified: Azure Data Engineer Associate, Google Professional Data Engineer).

Typical Work Environment

• Tools Used: SQL IDEs (DBeaver, SSMS), Cloud Consoles, Git, Jira, SSIS.
• Industry: Leasing.

Salary is $130-$140k

The Food Scientist II reports directly to the Research & Technical Development Lead and plays a critical role in advancing technical platforms, ingredient research, and process feasibility for snack and confectionery products. This role is responsible for developing scalable scientific solutions that support the company’s innovation pipeline. The position focuses on early-stage formulation science, functionality modeling, and technical risk mitigation prior to commercialization handoff.

The Food Scientist operates within the Technical & Research Team and collaborates closely with the Product Development & Commercialization Team during scale-up and launch readiness phases.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Technical Platform Development

· Support the Research & Technical Development Lead in building and optimizing core technology platforms (e.g., probiotic systems, fiber enriched system, sugar reduction system, hydrocolloid systems, protein enhanced system).

· Conduct ingredient functionality studies to understand structure-function relationships.

· Develop reusable technical frameworks that enable multiple pipeline products.

2. Advanced Formulation Science

· Design and optimize complex formulations for snack and confectionery applications.

· Investigate texture stability, moisture migration, hydrolysis risks, glass transition behavior, and shelf-life quality indicator.

· Conduct structured root cause analysis for technical performance issues.

· Translate scientific findings into scalable formulation strategies.

3. Process Feasibility & Risk Mitigation

· Evaluate processing parameters (e.g., heating time, vacuum, Brix, pH, Aw) to ensure technical robustness.

· Identify potential scalability constraints early in development.

· Support pilot-scale validation and collaborate with commercialization teams as needed.

4. Stability Prediction

· Design preliminary accelerated and real-time stability studies.

· Establish quality benchmarks for texture, moisture, color, and API ingredients.

5. Cross-Functional Collaboration

· Partner with Product Development during transition from research to commercialization.

· Provide technical input to embedded analytical and compliance resources.

· Support supplier technical assessments and ingredient validation.

6. Documentation & Technical Governance

· Maintain accurate and complete formulation documentation in designated systems.

· Develop detailed technical reports and risk assessments for internal review.

Qualifications:

· Master’s degree in Food Science, Food Engineering, Chemistry, or related field.

· 2–4+ years of experience in snack and/or confectionery and/or gummy and/or bars of R&D.

· Strong knowledge of hydrocolloids, fiber systems, sugar reduction systems, and moisture control mechanisms.

Product Designer

Optomi, in partnership with a leading media organization, is looking for a Product Designer, OTT. The Product Designer, OTT will play a critical role in shaping how audiences experience live and on-demand content across connected-TV platforms. This role focuses on designing intuitive, media-rich experiences optimized for the television screen — helping viewers navigate content, engage with live news, and access video seamlessly major OTT surfaces. The ideal candidate combines strong product thinking with a deep understanding of 10-foot UI design, lean-back viewing behavior, and the constraints of building across multiple connected-TV platforms.

What the right candidate will enjoy:

• Designing innovative OTT experiences for major connected-TV platforms
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced media environment
• Contributing to scalable design systems

What type of experience does the right candidate have:

• 2–4+ years of experience in product design, UX/UI design, or interaction design
• Strong portfolio demonstrating dual screen interaction and 10-foot UI design
• Experience designing consumer-facing products across multiple platforms

What the responsibilities are of the right candidate:

• Design intuitive, platform-appropriate OTT experiences
• Own and evolve core OTT surfaces including home screens and video players
• Translate editorial priorities into visually compelling interfaces
• Collaborate with product and engineering to define interaction patterns and release requirements
• Leverage user research to continuously improve usability and engagement

With a passion for life

Join our diverse teams of passionate people and a career that allows you to develop both personally and professionally. At Getinge we exist to make life-saving technology accessible for more people. To make a true difference for our customers - and to save more lives, we need team players, forward thinkers, and game changers.

Are you looking for an inspiring career? You just found it.

Job Overview

Effectively design, develop, and document medical devices and medical equipment that satisfy internal and external customer needs and business objectives.

Job Responsibilities and Essential Duties

* Interprets customer specifications to define requirements for mechanical designs.

* Performs first principal analysis related to appropriate aspects of mechanical design.

* Provide support to peers, Jr Engineers, and Co-Ops.

* Applies the 3D CAD system to create mechanical design and drawings.

* Develops detailed fabrication and assembly drawings and performs tolerance analysis.

* Develop prototypes for design evaluation.

* Troubleshoot and resolve design & processing issues.

* Contributes to details of design documentation using electronic documentation systems.

* Collects, analyzes, and interprets data to propose recommendations.

* Develops & execute design verification protocols and technical reports.

* Work with internal and external resources on fabrication, inspection, and testing of new product parts and assemblies.

* Develop & debug prototype tooling / equipment and processes.

* Develop test methods and fixtures.

* Formulate plans & methods to accomplish assignments with appropriate oversight.

* Works independently and prioritizes assigned tasks with guidance.

* Contribute to project planning activities.

* Train technicians and operators on new process techniques.

Minimum Requirements

* BS in engineering discipline, mechanical preferred.

* Minimum 2-4 years related experience, or an MS and less than one year experience.

* Experience with a solid modeling CAD program, preferably SolidWorks and/or ProE.

* Experience in medical equipment / device design with experience in electromechanical, electro- pneumatic, and/or blood pumping equipment development.

* Knowledge in medical device industry regulations and practices - ISO 13485, ISO 7198 & GMP.

* Proficiency with Microsoft Windows, MS Office applications, and Adobe Acrobat.

* Experience with Microsoft Visio and Microsoft Project preferred.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

* Design for Manufacturability and Assembly, DFM&A (cost/tooling/process considerations), preferably using SolidWorks CAD software.

* Understanding in design and development of injection molded plastic, plastic extrusion, casting, sheet metal, metal stampings, additive manufacturing processes, and machined metal components, and assemblies with high part counts highly desirable.

* Knowledge of mechanical design and development using metric ANSI/ISO dimensioning and drafting standards highly desirable.

* Understanding of GD&T, mechanical measurement and testing equip., and statistical analysis of test data.

* Experience with electronic document control systems in medical device and/or medical equipment design and development.

* Highly skilled at analytical reasoning, mechanism design, creative problem solving, and mathematical analysis.

* Ability to create and meet scheduled timelines (manage and coordinate tasks as required).

* Ability to work in a team environment.

* Strong communication skills.

* Competent in use of Microsoft Office tools.

* Ability to operate test equipment such as various pressure and flow measurement equipment, temperature/humidity chambers, PC-based data recorders, simulators, DVM's and oscilloscopes.

* Familiarity and the ability to operate basic shop equipment such as hand tools, a drill and Dremel.

* Understand and interpret simple wiring diagrams.

* Familiarity with Agile Scrum and waterfall project planning methods

This is a "Defined Term" assignment that will last approximately 6 months or until project is complete. Defined Term employees are eligible for most benefits (including health insurance and paid time off) while on assignment.

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About us

With a firm belief that every person and community should have access to the best possible care, Getinge provides hospitals and life science institutions with products and solutions aiming to improve clinical results and optimize workflows. The offering includes products and solutions for intensive care, cardiovascular procedures, operating rooms, sterile reprocessing and life science. Getinge employs over 12,000 people worldwide and the products are sold in more than 135 countries.

Benefits at Getinge:

At Getinge, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, which includes:

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• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance benefits
  
• 401k plan with company match
  
• Paid Time Off
  
• Wellness initiative & Health Assistance Resources
  
• Life Insurance
  
• Short and Long Term Disability Benefits
  
• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
  
• Commuter Benefits
  

Getinge is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, genetic information, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.Reasonable accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

With a passion for life

Join our diverse teams of passionate people and a career that allows you to develop both personally and professionally. At Getinge we exist to make life-saving technology accessible for more people. To make a true difference for our customers - and to save more lives, we need team players, forward thinkers, and game changers.

Are you looking for an inspiring career? You just found it.

Job Overview

The Manager, Collagen Operations serves as the sole site leader for the Mahwah, NJ Collagen facility and carries full responsibility for all site personnel decisions, site performance, and operational escalations. This role ensures the safe, compliant, and efficient operation of the site while driving a strong culture of quality, engagement, and continuous improvement.

This position is accountable for the implementation of operational strategy as defined by the Getinge France (La Ciotat) leadership team. The Manager must ensure that all production activities adhere to U.S. regulatory protocols, including FDA, ISO, GMP, ESD, and Medical Device requirements, while also ensuring that all U.S. people practices (HR, safety, compliance, labor standards) are fully adopted and consistently upheld.

The Manager leads the site in achieving production, safety, quality, and delivery objectives while ensuring strong communication, alignment, and reporting back to the Getinge France entity.

Key Responsibilities

Site Leadership & Escalations

Serve as the highest-ranking leader on-site, responsible for daily operational oversight.

Act as the primary escalation point for all personnel, safety, compliance, and operational matters.

Maintain a proactive presence on the production floor; ensure alignment between site activities and La Ciotat leadership direction.

Lead all site-level communication, engagement efforts, and leadership routines.

Safety, Quality & Compliance

Serve as the site owner for safety, quality, and environmental compliance.

Ensure strict adherence to all U.S. regulatory requirements, including FDA, ISO, GMP, ESD, environmental, and medical device standards.

Ensure all U.S. people practices-including investigations, corrective action processes, documentation, training standards, and HR compliance-are consistently applied.

Guarantee timely and effective management of nonconformances, CAPAs, and deviations; lead site-level reviews and escalations.

Operations Management

Lead the execution of the annual production plan and ensure on-time delivery in alignment with customer needs and La Ciotat directives.

Oversee production scheduling, resource planning, inventory management, and staffing decisions.

Ensure production equipment, cleanroom environments, and facilities are properly maintained and audit-ready.

Manage manufacturing engineering and support functions to drive continuous improvement, cost savings, and process optimization.

Ensure documentation accuracy and compliance, including SOPs, controlled documents, training records, and batch documentation.

People Leadership

Full responsibility for all site personnel management, including hiring, onboarding, development, coaching, performance management, and employee relations.

Drive a culture of engagement, teamwork, and accountability consistent with Getinge values and U.S. people practices.

Set clear objectives, oversee workload planning, conduct performance reviews, and support career development.

Cross-Functional & Global Collaboration

Collaborate closely with the La Ciotat Production Director and France-based teams to ensure alignment on operational execution, reporting, and strategy.

Partner with U.S.-based HR, Quality, EHS, Engineering, and Supply Chain teams to ensure compliance and best practices across all site functions.

Coordinate validation, feasibility builds, technical projects, and operational readiness with sustaining engineering and global partners.

Essential Duties

Organize and manage site production resources to meet daily, weekly, and annual plans.

Anticipate operational needs and align staffing with forecasts.

Define short-term production plans compatible with demand and capacity.

Lead investigations into deviations, failures, or operational issues and implement corrective actions.

Oversee preventive and corrective maintenance and technical shutdowns.

Submit and manage investment requests to support operational goals.

Ensure all personnel comply with safety rules, gowning, cleanroom regulations, and quality protocols.

Maintain readiness for internal and external audits at all times.

Minimum Requirements

High school diploma required; advanced education preferred.

3-5 years of experience as a production manager in medical device or similarly regulated environment.

Experience in cleanroom or controlled environment operations preferred.

Demonstrated ability to lead teams and run a manufacturing site with a high level of autonomy.

Strong computer skills; SAP experience a plus.

Targeted salary range: $138,000- $145,000, depending upon experience and location +15% bonus target

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About us

With a firm belief that every person and community should have access to the best possible care, Getinge provides hospitals and life science institutions with products and solutions aiming to improve clinical results and optimize workflows. The offering includes products and solutions for intensive care, cardiovascular procedures, operating rooms, sterile reprocessing and life science. Getinge employs over 12,000 people worldwide and the products are sold in more than 135 countries.

Benefits at Getinge:

At Getinge, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, which includes:

• 
  
• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance benefits
  
• 401k plan with company match
  
• Paid Time Off
  
• Wellness initiative & Health Assistance Resources
  
• Life Insurance
  
• Short and Long Term Disability Benefits
  
• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
  
• Commuter Benefits
  
• Parental and Caregiver Leave
  
• Tuition Reimbursement
  

Getinge is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, genetic information, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.Reasonable accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.