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In this vital role you will be joining the Facilities & Engineering (F&E) group to partner closely with the corporate engineering team to support the design, build, commissioning, and qualification of new equipment and systems needed for drug substance production as well as developing domain expertise to support operations upon start up, focusing on Solution Preparation process equipment.
Job Responsibility:
Participate in ongoing FATs as well as SATs and continue that support during installation, commissioning and qualification activities of Solution Preparation equipment in alignment with GMP requirements
Ensure systems are installed and operating safely and comply with pertinent environmental health/safety practice, rules and regulations
Support water runs, engineering runs, and process qualification activities for Solution Preparation equipment
Work with existing plant team, including manufacturing, engineering, and maintenance, to support all manufacturing and maintenance procedures, associated job plans, and apply lessons learned to new plant
Provide system ownership and support for Solution Preparation Biopharmaceutical process equipment typically used in biologics manufacturing (e.g. Single-use Mixers, Downflow Boothes, Scales, Stainless Prep/Hold Vessels, CIP Skids etc.)
Assist in identifying and implementing engineering-based improvements or upgrades to equipment and unit operation reliability by partnering with cross-functional teams. This may include development of business cases for improvements, identifying design requirements, translating these requirements into process equipment/system design, specifications, and supporting the construction, startup, and validation of equipment
Execute master maintenance program (MMP) to ensure the availability of spare parts and coordinating maintenance activities to ensure systems are in proper working order in partnership with OEMs
Provide technical support to troubleshoot, identify and resolve process and system issues as needed
Provide problem solving support to reduce production downtime. This includes supporting technical root cause analysis and implementation of corrective/preventive actions
Assist with new product/technology introductions by performing engineering and facility fit assessments, implementing equipment modifications, and supporting engineering runs
Communicate with supervisor and support staff to highlight issues and propose solutions
Ensure 24x7 day-to-day reliability for manufacturing operations for Solution Preparation equipment
Participate in rotational on-call support once plant is operational
Requirements:
High School Diploma/GED and 10 years of Engineering experience OR Associate’s Degree and 8 years of Engineering experience OR Bachelor’s Degree and 4 years of Engineering experience OR Master’s Degree and 2 years of Engineering experience OR Doctorate Degree
Bachelor’s degree in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering
6+ years' of relevant work experience with 5+ years' experience in Biopharmaceutical operations/manufacturing environment
Direct knowledge of biopharmaceutical production facility with direct experience with Solution Preparation Production (Single-use Mixers, Downflow Boothes, Scales, Stainless Prep/Hold Vessels, etc.), and CIP/SIP Skids
Ability to analyze problems, develop and propose engineering solutions in a scientific manner using data-driven techniques and analyses (e.g., Data Analytics, Root Cause Analysis (RCA), Statistical Process Control (SPC), Six Sigma, Predictive Maintenance, etc.)
Experience working in a regulated environment (e.g. cGMP, OSHA, EPA, etc.) and familiarity with GMP quality systems/processes such as change control, non-conformances, corrective and preventative actions, and qualifications/validation
Experience applying engineering principles to the design and implementation of system modifications, introduction of new processes, and support of capital projects
Understanding of capital projects in a GMP Biopharmaceutical Production facility including procurement, construction, startup, and validation
Understanding of safety requirements working in a GMP Biopharmaceutical Production facility
Independent, ambitious, organized, able to multi-task in project environments, and skilled in communication, facilitation, and teamwork
Work schedule flexibility as required to support 24/7 operations, requiring occasional afterhours engineering coverage
Nice to have:
Bachelor’s degree in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering
6+ years' of relevant work experience with 5+ years' experience in Biopharmaceutical operations/manufacturing environment
Direct knowledge of biopharmaceutical production facility with direct experience with Solution Preparation Production (Single-use Mixers, Downflow Boothes, Scales, Stainless Prep/Hold Vessels, etc.), and CIP/SIP Skids
Ability to analyze problems, develop and propose engineering solutions in a scientific manner using data-driven techniques and analyses (e.g., Data Analytics, Root Cause Analysis (RCA), Statistical Process Control (SPC), Six Sigma, Predictive Maintenance, etc.)
Experience working in a regulated environment (e.g. cGMP, OSHA, EPA, etc.) and familiarity with GMP quality systems/processes such as change control, non-conformances, corrective and preventative actions, and qualifications/validation
Experience applying engineering principles to the design and implementation of system modifications, introduction of new processes, and support of capital projects
Understanding of capital projects in a GMP Biopharmaceutical Production facility including procurement, construction, startup, and validation
Understanding of safety requirements working in a GMP Biopharmaceutical Production facility
Independent, ambitious, organized, able to multi-task in project environments, and skilled in communication, facilitation, and teamwork
Work schedule flexibility as required to support 24/7 operations, requiring occasional afterhours engineering coverage