Equipment Reliability & Process Engineer

About the Company

LTS Lohmann Therapy Systems is a global leader in transdermal and oral thin‑film drug delivery technologies.  Our teams have pioneered breakthroughs such as the first contraceptive patch, nicotine patch, oral active ingredient film, and Parkinson’s patch. When you join LTS, you become part of a team that continues to shape the future of patient care and bring life‑changing therapies to market.

At LTS, our purpose drives everything we do: We CARE. We CREATE. We DELIVER. We’re committed to fostering an employee experience that reflects our innovation — supportive, collaborative, and empowering. Across our New Jersey and Minnesota locations, you’ll work alongside knowledgeable experts on diverse projects in an environment where every day is different and your contributions truly matter.

Job Summary

As an Equipment Reliability and Process Engineer, you will lead equipment reliability efforts for the Fabrication department at the West Caldwell, NJ facility. This includes improving preventive maintenance strategies, implementing Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) systems, and driving Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) measurement. You will partner closely with production leadership to integrate TPM, OEE, and reliability methodologies into daily management—advancing operational excellence and continuous improvement.

This is a full time, onsite role located in West Caldwell, NJ

• Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM

Key Responsibilities

• Lead equipment reliability improvement initiatives and long‑term strategic projects.
• Enhance and optimize preventive maintenance programs and procedures.
• Implement TPM methodologies across the Fabrication department.
• Establish and monitor OEE metrics and performance KPIs.
• Troubleshoot and support equipment repair activities as needed.
• Create, revise, and maintain equipment‑related procedures and documentation.
• Partner with cross‑functional teams on change control and continuous improvement efforts.
• Lead Lean initiatives and reliability‑focused problem‑solving activities.
• Conduct investigations of equipment failures and develop corrective and preventive actions.
• Actively participate in departmental and cross‑functional meetings.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field.
• 2–3 years of experience in pharmaceutical, medical device, or industrial manufacturing.
• Strong communication skills and solid mathematical/analytical ability.
• Ability to wear required PPE: safety glasses, hearing protection, respirator, latex gloves, and Tyvek suit.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with TPM, OEE, and equipment reliability programs.
• Prior hands‑on exposure in a regulated manufacturing environment.

If this sounds like you, we want to hear from you!

LTS is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.