6455 - Senior Project Engineer - Facilities HSE / Senior Project Engineer

Description

Verista’s 500 experts team up with the world’s most recognizable brands in the life science industry to solve their business needs. The nature of our business is to empower growth and innovation within the scientific community and to help researchers, organizations, and companies solve some of the world’s most pressing healthcare challenges. Verista provides innovative solutions and services that empower informed decision-making and are the result of our significant investment in our people and our capabilities.

Our ability to grow is driven by world-class people who thrive in a team environment and share our mission to enable life sciences clients to improve lives. Our talented and dedicated professionals are committed to making an impact every day.

Company Culture Guidelines & Values:

• We empower and support our colleagues
• We commit to client success at every turn
• We have the courage to do the right thing
• We encourage an inclusive environment where our colleagues feel respected, engaged, and challenged.
• We constantly acquire new skills and learn from our experiences to enhance our collective expertise

Responsibilities:

• Collect laboratory data and author Oxygen Depletion Hazard (ODH) risk assessments for research labs, including those utilizing Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) equipment with liquid helium.
• Evaluate laboratory ventilation systems and collaborate with Building Engineers on airflow assessments.
• Identify requirements for oxygen and CO monitoring systems and coordinate installation of sensors and HSE signage.
• Support automation of the laboratory oxygen assessment process by evaluating software solutions and standardized calculation methodologies.
• Maintain inventories of laboratories utilizing NMR equipment and oxygen-depleting gases.
• Develop and maintain engineering documentation, tracking tools, and program records.
• Partner with HSE, Facilities Engineering, and Research teams to ensure compliance with laboratory safety requirements.
• Perform oxygen (O) and carbon dioxide (CO) depletion calculations for laboratories utilizing nitrogen (N), argon (Ar), carbon dioxide (CO), helium (He), and other oxygen-displacing gases.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Chemical, Environmental, Biomedical, Industrial, or related discipline).
• 7+ years of engineering experience in pharmaceutical, biotechnology, laboratory, research, or manufacturing environments.
• Experience performing engineering calculations, technical risk assessments, and technical documentation.
• Knowledge of laboratory ventilation systems and safety principles.
• Strong analytical, communication, and project coordination skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Oxygen Deficiency Hazard (ODH) assessments and laboratory safety programs.
• Familiarity with compressed gases, cryogenic liquids, and NMR laboratory operations.
• Experience supporting HSE or Facilities Engineering initiatives within regulated environments.
• AI experience preferred, particularly using AI tools to automate engineering calculations, develop SmartForms, and improve engineering data management and reporting.

Benefits

Why Choose Verista?

• High growth potential and fast-paced organization with a people-focused culture
• Competitive pay plus performance-based incentive programs
• Company-paid Life, Short-Term, and Long-Term Disability Insurance.
• Medical, Dental & Vision insurances
• FSA, DCARE, Commuter Benefits
• Supplemental Life, Hospital, Critical Illness and Legal Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• 401(k) Retirement Plan (Employer Matching benefit)
• Paid Time Off (Rollover Option) and Holidays
• As Needed Sick Time
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Team Social Activities (We have fun!)
• Employee Recognition
• Employee Referral Program
• Paid Parental Leave and Bereavement

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For more information about our company, please visit us at Verista.com