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Kenvue · 17 hours ago

Principal Engineer

Kenvue is a company dedicated to delivering exceptional care through its iconic brands. The Principal Engineer will provide technical leadership and support for manufacturing projects, ensuring compliance and driving strategic initiatives to deliver impactful engineering solutions.

LifestylePersonal HealthWellness

Responsibilities

Ensure quality and compliance in all areas:
Attend GMP training on the schedule designated for the role
Adhere to strict compliance with procedures applicable to the role
Exercise the highest level of integrity in the tasks performed
In a timely and prompt manner, identify reports and seek corrections for deviations noted in the workplace
Embrace the behavior of employee involvement and commitment to doing the job right the first time
Ensure training in the assigned curricula has been completed prior to execution
Act in accordance with current business conduct principles in all negotiations and activities within and outside the company to ensure these are met
Technical Subject Matter Expert (SME) responsible for leading Liquids Manufacturing engineering projects through all phases—from concept to post-implementation, following Good Engineering Practices and using process excellence tools to ensure timely delivery and milestone achievement
Develop and manage project budgets, schedules, and project resources to meet objectives
Provide technical support for equipment design, manufacturing operations, and process improvement initiatives
Develop innovative solutions to complex engineering challenges that align with strategic business goals
Support troubleshooting of manufacturing process deviations as the equipment SME and participate in long- and short-term solutions to prevent recurrence
Author, review, and approve technical documentation including specifications, change controls, commissioning and qualification protocols and reports
Collaborate with cross-functional teams and external partners to ensure stakeholder alignment and project success
Mentor and guide junior engineers, serving as Subject Matter Expert

Qualification

Engineering degree8+ years engineering experienceCGMP knowledge6Sigma knowledgeMinitab knowledgeProfessional Engineer licensePharmaceutical experienceFDA compliance experienceMS Office knowledgeLean knowledgeLeadership skillsCommunication skills

Required

Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering
8+ years of engineering experience
Relevant experience in engineering, manufacturing, packaging, technical, and/or operations experience
Knowledge of cGMPs and Good Documentation Practices
Strong leadership skills and team player
Strong communication skills
Good MS Office knowledge

Preferred

Discipline in Chemical, Mechanical, Industrial or Electrical degree
Advanced degree
Experience in pharmaceutical, liquid manufacturing, consumer or food industry
Experience working in FDA/cGMP compliance environment
Good knowledge of 6Sigma and Minitab, basic knowledge of Lean, Kepner-Tregoe/Ratio
Certifications/Licenses: Professional Engineer (PE) license

Benefits

Competitive Benefit Package
Paid Company Holidays, Paid Vacation, Volunteer Time & More!
Learning & Development Opportunities
Kenvuer Impact Networks

Company

Kenvue is a consumer health company that delivers personal health solutions.

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$3.65B
Key Investors
Third PointStarboard Value
2025-11-03Acquired
2025-04-25Post Ipo Equity
2024-10-21Post Ipo Equity

Leadership Team

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Kirk Perry
Chief Executive Officer and Director at Kenvue
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Andrew Stanleick
President, Skin Health & Beauty, North America and EMEA at Kenvue
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