Project Engineer III- Life Sciences

Project Engineer III- Life Sciences Are you ready for your next adventure?

At OFD Life Sciences, innovation isn’t just a buzzword, it’s our foundation.

We are a purpose-driven company with six decades of expertise in freeze-drying technology.

Best known as the makers of Mountain House © meals, we are experts in advanced lyophilization solutions that can help people around the world live healthier lives.

Our headquarters in Albany, Oregon sits at the crossroads of science and nature, surrounded by breathtaking landscapes that fuel bold ideas and innovative breakthroughs.

We're driven by a commitment to quality, creativity, and continuous improvement, and we're always looking ahead to what's next.  We’re proud of our legacy, but our future is even more exciting.

If you're passionate and ready to advance our Life Sciences capabilities, OFD Life Sciences isn't just a place to work, it's where your adventure begins.  What?

The Project Engineer III leads capital projects that enhance facility assets and expand life sciences processing capabilities within a CDMO environment.

This role integrates project engineering with validation responsibilities, including FAT, SAT, and IQ / OQ / PQ activities, ensuring compliance with cGMP and regulatory standards.

The role collaborates closely with cross-functional teams to deliver compliant, efficient, and scalable solutions that support operational excellence.

Emphasis is placed on driving innovation while maintaining safety, quality, and environmental integrity.

Main aspects of the role include :

• Executes all aspects of capital projects as assigned, including cost estimates, scope definition, capital appropriation requests, design specifications, bidding, budget management, contractor management, installation, and start-up.
• Build and maintain relationships with reliable contractors, vendors, and fabricators.
• Research and identify new technologies and equipment solutions to enhance operational efficiency.
• Lead and perform equipment and process validation activities for both new and existing systems, including the creation, review, and approval of validation documentation.
• Develop and implement validation protocols and reports to ensure compliance with cGMP, CFR, and other regulatory standards.
• Support and execute technology transfer activities for new products and processes, including scale-up and troubleshooting.
• Provide technical expertise and support to R&D, manufacturing, and maintenance teams, driving improvements across laboratory, processing, and packaging systems.
• Ensure all work complies with applicable local, state, and federal codes and regulations, including OSHA, USDA, FDA, UBC, SQF, and ISO requirements.
• Utilize asset management software to input new assets, maintain accurate records, analyze data, and reference historical information to guide project decisions.
• You!
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Chemical, Mechanical, Industrial, or Biomedical) or closely related technical field is required.
• Minimum of 6 years of project engineering experience in the life sciences industry, with at least 3 years focused on validation activities.
• Proven success in scoping, managing, and delivering capital projects within the life sciences sector.
• Extensive experience integrating new products and projects into existing operations, ensuring seamless transitions and optimal outcomes.
• Advanced proficiency in CAD software for design and technical documentation.
• Exceptional ability to design, implement, and optimize processes and equipment in a manufacturing environment.
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic setting.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently while collaborating effectively across teams.
• Commitment to embodying and promoting OFD’s cultural values in daily work.
• Interested?

Apply today with your resume at Careers | Oregon Freeze Dry .