The posting
At Bristol Myers Squibb, our employees often ask, “Who are you working for?”—a question that fuels collaboration, accountability, and urgency in our work. Our purpose-driven culture inspires us to discover, develop, and deliver innovative medicines to prevail over serious diseases. We offer uniquely interesting and meaningful work, opportunities for growth, and a supportive environment that values inclusion, wellbeing, flexibility, and comprehensive benefits. This is work that transforms the lives of patients, and the careers of those who do it.
Position Title: Principal Compliance Engineer, ECQ
Location: Summit West, NJ
Purpose and Scope of Position
The Principal Compliance Engineer, Equipment Commissioning & Qualification (ECQ), supports the successful operation of facility, laboratory, and business functions at Summit, NJ. This role involves interaction with internal team members, peer-level customers, and external service providers. The Principal Compliance Engineer will lead a team of contract or full-time personnel responsible for performing periodic reviews of equipment, policies, and procedures to ensure they remain in a validated state. Responsibilities include performing gap analyses, and leading small and large-scale projects to achieve departmental objectives.
Required Competencies: Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Advanced knowledge of cGMP, GXP, GAMP, SDLC regulations, including 21CFR part 11, computer systems validation requirements, and good documentation practices.
- Advanced understanding of pharmaceutical, manufacturing, and laboratory systems and equipment.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
- Excellent interpersonal skills; experience working with a inclusive workforce.
- Proven multi-tasking and organizational skills; ability to manage multiple concurrent assignments in a high-paced environment.
- Strong presentation development and delivery skills.
- Highly proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and extensive background in database systems.
- Ability to quickly learn new software, such as corporate intranet and enterprise business applications.
- Ability to organize and present information clearly.
Education and Experience
- BS in Engineering or Science-related discipline is required.
- Minimum of 5 years’ experience in an FDA-regulated industry.
- 2 years’ experience in a quality assurance-related discipline preferred.
- In-depth knowledge of regulatory guidelines (FDA, EMA, USP, EP, JP).
- Excellent computer skills, including knowledge of calibration management and environmental monitoring systems.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills; able to work independently.
- Must possess strong interpersonal and communication skills, be a team player, and demonstrate professional maturity, initiative, and accountability.
Duties and Responsibilities
Ensure Equipment Compliance
- Ensure all equipment and technologies at Bristol Myers Squibb comply with local, global, and regulatory policies, procedures, and guidelines.
- Review and implement revisions to USP, EP, JP, FDA, and regulatory guidelines.
- Perform gap analyses on existing equipment and technologies.
- Review new equipment and technologies to ensure compliance.
Ensure ECQ Departmental Compliance
- Participate in revisions of departmental procedures to maintain compliance.
- Ensure departmental procedures and policies are aligned with current local, global, and regulatory requirements.
Historical Performance Review (HPR) and Compliance Project
- Support or lead HPR on-demand board meetings and investigations/deviations.
Compliance Projects
- Identify, scope, lead, and support projects of varying complexity to maintain equipment and departmental compliance.
Regulatory Responsibilities
- Participate in and prepare for both internal and external audits.
Working Conditions
Physical/Mental Demands
- Occasional stooping, bending, stretching, pushing, pulling, reaching, and/or lifting up to 25 lbs.
- Ability to sit, stand, walk, and move within workspace for extended periods.
- Ability to perform repetitive tasks, including hand-to-finger manipulations, grasping, pushing, and pulling.
Environmental Conditions
- Primarily office-based, but will require entry into laboratory or GMP process areas with proper gowning, lab coats, PPE (safety glasses, shoes).
- Ability to work safely and effectively both independently and with others.
This job description provides a general overview of the responsibilities and requirements for the Principal Compliance Engineer, ECQ position. Additional duties may be assigned as needed.
We hire for skills and capabilities, not just credentials – if this role excites you, but doesn’t perfectly match your resume, we encourage you to apply anyway.
Compensation Overview:
Summit West - NJ - US: $106,630 - $129,214

The starting pay range(s) listed above is for full-time employees (FTE). You may also be eligible for additional discretionary incentive cash and stock opportunities. We determine starting pay thoughtfully – carefully considering the nature of the role, required skills, work location, schedule and the knowledge and experience you bring. Final compensation is guided by pay equity principles and applicable employment laws. Compensation programs are reviewed on an ongoing basis and may be adjusted over time to reflect evolving market factors, and individual, team or Company performance.
Benefits:
Subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans then in effect, you may be eligible to participate in our comprehensive benefit plans – including wellbeing support, retirement and financial protection benefits, and insurance offerings (medical, dental, vision, life and disability).
U.S.-based exempt employees are eligible for Flexible Time Off (FTO), which provides paid time off without a set accrual limit, subject to manager approval, along with 11 paid company holidays each year.
Non-exempt employees, RayzeBio employees, and employees located in Puerto Rico receive 160 hours of paid vacation annually for new hires (subject to manager approval), 11 paid company holidays, and 3 optional holidays.
Depending on eligibility, employees may also have access to additional time-off benefits, including paid sick leave, up to two paid volunteer days per year, summer hours flexibility, and leaves of absence for medical, personal, parental, caregiver, bereavement, or military needs. Eligible employees also enjoy an annual Global Shutdown between Christmas Day and New Year's Day.
U.S.-based job seekers can explore full benefit offerings at https://careers.bms.com/benefits
How We Work
Where you work matters – because collaboration, innovation and patient impact happen in many settings. Our roles are structured across four work models: site-essential, site-by-design, field-based and remote-by-design. The model assigned to this role is based on its core responsibilities. Learn more at https://careers.bms.com/ways-of-working.
Supporting People with Disabilities
BMS is dedicated to ensuring that people with disabilities can excel through a transparent recruitment process, reasonable workplace accommodations/adjustments and ongoing support in their roles. Applicants can request a reasonable workplace accommodation/adjustment prior to accepting a job offer. If you require reasonable accommodations/adjustments in completing this application, or in any part of the recruitment process, direct your inquiries to [email protected]. Visit careers.bms.com/eeo-accessibility to access our complete Equal Employment Opportunity statement.
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