Engineering/Architecture Salary in Glenview, IL

The Asahi Kasei Group operates with a commitment of creating for tomorrow. Our business sectors, Material, Homes, and Health Care, contribute to the development of society by anticipating the changing needs of those around the world. We look for candidates that offer a fresh perspective and a variety of skills to help us achieve our commitment.We are currently seeking applications to fill the following job opening at Asahi Kasei Bioprocess where we sell Planova® virus removal filters and develops and manufactures related bioprocess equipment.Company:Asahi Kasei Bioprocess America, Inc.Job Description:We are currently looking for a Columns Project Engineer to join our team at Asahi Kasei Bioprocess America, Inc. The person in this role will manage the specification, design, procurement, manufacture, and qualification of custom and standard capital equipment used for pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical product manufacturing (specifically columns and auxiliary equipment designed for facilitating liquid chromatography and oligonucleotide synthesis):fully manage and direct project requirements and specifications for all of project teaminterface effectively with customer stakeholdersmake sound component and sub-supplier selectionscreate and manage design filesmanage project timelines and budgetsparticipate in customer site installation, testing, and trainingapply a professional, customer-focused mindsetpursue continuous improvementAs an Asahi Kasei Bioprocess America employee, you will enjoy:Competitive compensation with bonusesGreat health benefits with the company paying 80% of insurance premiumsEngaging Wellness ProgramPaid time offPaid company holidaysStrong company match to 401(k) contributionsTuition reimbursement programPaid parental leaveVolunteering programResponsibilities:Project EngineeringServe as the primary stakeholder and owner of customer equipment projectsCreate and / or review design documents, including technical drawings and specification documents with input from subject matter expertsCreate and modify SolidWorks parts and subassemblies and corresponding part and assembly drawings using consistent standardized content, views, and sheet formatPerform engineering review of final documentation turnover packagesEnsure that project scope is completely accounted for and supervise adequate packaging of all deliverables in preparation for transportTravel to customer site for supervision of installation, testing of installed equipment, and operator training with support from Engineering, Validation, and/or Field ServiceProject ManagementIdentify, clarify, and manage project scope internally and with customer, facilitating change orders as necessaryEmploy effective communication strategies with internal and external project stakeholders, including recurring and ad-hoc meetings as appropriateDevelop and manage project schedule and communicate schedule updates and critical paths with stakeholders with support from Project ManagementEmploy a customer-focused approach to each project to ensure customer satisfaction, trust, and long-term relationship buildingRequirements: Ability to work onsite at Glenview facilityBachelor's Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical, Biomedical)Proficiency with solid modeling software, SolidWorks preferred2+ years' experience building or operating process equipment (preferably in pharmaceutical industry)Licensed Professional Engineer not required, but considered a plusFamiliarity with Quality Management Systems (ISO 9001:2015 preferred) and current Good Manufacturing PracticesAwareness of personal strengths, weaknesses, and impact of decisions on wider team, department, and companyEagerness to learn new technical information, new processes, and new skillsWillingness to assist outside of everyday responsibilities when requiredDemonstration of these qualities: energetic, positive, strong interpersonal communicator, detail-oriented, ethics-minded, problem-solver, adaptable, team-oriented, customer-focused, and self-motivatedPhysical Demands/Environmental Conditions:Travel 3 to 6 weeks in a year to visit domestic and international customer sites for project kickoffs, equipment installations, or other activities (depending on individual assignments and quantity and scope of active projects)Occasional exposure to pressurized liquids, live electrical circuits, and/or chemical solutions requiring proper personal protective equipment (provided)Asahi Kasei Bioprocess (AKB) provides pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical manufacturers with a comprehensive suite of tools to maximize safety and improve yields of biotherapeutics during research, clinical and commercial-scale production. Planova™ virus-removal filters anchor a diverse product portfolio defined by quality, consistency and scalability. Additional areas of expertise include liquid chromatography, inline buffer dilution and oligonucleotide synthesis.We are a growing team (160+) of professionals excited about what we do and our ability to impact healthcare delivery systems worldwide. We offer a "big company" benefits package and a "small company" culture and work environment. Every employee at Asahi Kasei Bioprocess America can impact our future.#LI-MG1As an equal opportunity employer, Asahi Kasei believes a diverse workforce will provide us with the ability to continuously support the changes in the economy, society, and environment.