[Remote] Manufacturing Systems Engineer
Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Daniels Health is committed to changing the healthcare industry through innovative solutions for medical waste management. They are seeking a highly skilled Manufacturing Systems Engineer to support the planning, procurement, installation, and commissioning of process equipment and utilities at medical waste treatment facilities across North America.
Responsibilities
- Develop comprehensive installation and startup plans & timelines for new and existing medical waste treatment facilities
- Coordinate with project managers, design engineers and general contractors to ensure project readiness and alignment with facility needs
- Handle bidding for installation of HVAC, steam, air, water, and electrical distribution systems
- Manage and track equipment and utility installation milestones from procurement through commissioning
- Specify, source, and purchase process equipment including autoclaves, wash lines, boilers, compactors, air compressors, and conveyance systems
- Evaluate supplier proposals and lead technical reviews for system compatibility and quality
- Coordinate the integration of mechanical, electrical, and control systems with site utilities
- Interface with general contractors and subcontractors to ensure installation quality, safety compliance, and timeline adherence
- Verify installation drawings, submittals, and field changes to maintain design intent
- Manage installation of HVAC, steam, air, water, and electrical distribution systems
- Develop and execute equipment commissioning plans, functional tests, and performance verification
- Lead startup activities, including operator training and documentation handover
- Troubleshoot and optimize system performance during startup and early operation
- Ensure installations meet OSHA, NFPA, and local building codes
- Maintain detailed records of installation progress, commissioning data, and as-built documentation
- Assist Maintenance team in CMMS implementation & documentation
- Coordinate Equipment operational training with Operations team
- Promote a strong culture of safety, environmental compliance, and operational excellence
Skills
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering (or related field)
- Minimum of 5+ years of experience in manufacturing, process equipment installation, or industrial facility construction; general contracting experience strongly preferred
- Proficient in reading and implementation of construction drawings
- Strong understanding of mechanical systems, utilities, and industrial installation practices
- Experience managing contractors and vendors during equipment and utility installation
- Knowledge of safety, environmental, and quality compliance standards
- Exceptional communication, leadership, and cross-functional coordination abilities
- Detail-oriented and proactive with strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
- Capable of managing multiple concurrent projects in a remote environment
- Experience with medical waste, pharmaceutical, chemical processing, or similar regulated environments
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