Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, Inc

Process Development Engineer I - Purification Automation

Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, Inc$80K — $131K *
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field; Master’s preferred
  • 3-5 years relevant experience, or 0-2 years with a Master’s
  • Strong background in downstream bioprocessing or automation controls
  • Detail-oriented with a focus on reliability and system performance
  • Effective communication skills for technical and non-technical audiences

Responsibilities

  • Design, build, and deploy custom automation solutions for laboratory and pilot-scale equipment
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to define requirements and identify operational bottlenecks
  • Participate in the full system lifecycle from concept development to technology transfer
  • Develop control logic and human-machine interfaces for automated systems
  • Maintain and improve existing automation systems for reliability and performance
  • Monitor system performance and address issues proactively
  • Support integration of automation systems with data platforms for enhanced monitoring

Benefits

  • Collaborative work environment with cross-disciplinary interactions
  • Opportunities for professional development and continuous improvement
  • Involvement in high-impact projects that enhance workflow efficiency
  • Access to modern automation technologies and methodologies
  • Hands-on experience with full system lifecycle management
Full Job Description

Regeneron's Preclinical Manufacturing & Process Development (PMPD) Purification team is seeking a Process Development Engineer I. This role focuses on the development, deployment, and continuous improvement of custom automated systems used in process development laboratories and pilot-scale environments. The engineer collaborates closely with internal stakeholders to identify operational bottlenecks and designs solutions that reduce manual interaction with equipment and improve data accessibility. The role includes both maintaining and enhancing existing automation systems and developing new systems from concept to deployment.

A Typical Day in the Role Might Look Like:

Automation System Development & Deployment

  • Design, build, and deploy custom automation solutions for laboratory and pilot-scale process development equipment
  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders to define requirements, identify bottlenecks, and develop solutions to improve workflow efficiency and data capture
  • Participate in full system lifecycle: concept development, design, procurement, assembly, controls development, testing, deployment and technology transfer
  • Develop control logic (e.g., PLC or equivalent), human-machine interfaces (HMIs), and supporting software for automated systems
  • Troubleshoot and resolve issues with custom-built automation systems and supporting infrastructure

Support, Maintenance, and Continuous Improvement

  • Maintain and improve existing automation systems to ensure reliability, performance, and usability
  • Identify and implement enhancements to reduce manual intervention, improve robustness, and increase scalability
  • Monitor system performance and proactively address issues impacting system uptime or data integrity

Data Integration & Infrastructure

  • Support integration of equipment and automation systems with data platforms and PI historian
  • Develop and maintain data flows enabling monitoring, trending, reporting, and future advanced control capabilities
  • Assist in troubleshooting communication issues between devices, control systems, and data infrastructure

This Role Might Be For You If You:
  • Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
  • Detail-oriented with a focus on reliability and system performance
  • Ability to work across disciplines (software, electrical, mechanical, and process development)
  • Effective communication and collaboration with technical and non-technical stakeholders
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously
  • Communicate technical concepts and project progress to cross-functional stakeholders
  • Prepare and maintain documentation including system designs and technical reports
  • Present results and updates at team and department meetings

This role requires a Bachelor’s degree with 3–5 years of experience, or master’s degree with 0–2 years of experience. Degree in Engineering (e.g., Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, Biomedical) or related field. Strong background in downstream bioprocessing (e.g., filtration, chromatography, pilot-scale operations) or a strong background in automation, controls, or software development required.

Additional Desired Skills (not required):

  • Experience with industrial automation and control systems
  • Programming experience (e.g., Python or similar)
  • Experience developing control logic (e.g., sequential function charts, state-based control)
  • Familiarity with industrial communication protocols (e.g., OPC, Modbus TCP)
  • Experience with SCADA/HMI platforms (e.g., Ignition or similar)
  • Experience with data historians or data infrastructure (e.g., AVEVA PI or similar

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Does this sound like you? Apply now to take your first step towards living the Regeneron Way!

Salary Range (annually)

$80,300.00 - $131,100.00

About Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, Inc

Regeneron Pharmaceuticals is a biopharmaceutical company that discovers, develops, and commercializes pharmaceutical products for the treatment of serious medical conditions. The Company has therapeutic candidates in clinical trials for the potential treatment of cancer, eye diseases, and inflammatory diseases, and has preclinical programs in other diseases and disorders. The company’s product portfolio includes EYLEA, an aflibercept injection; ARCALYST, a rilonacept Injection for subcutaneous use; ZALTRAP for metastatic colorectal cancer; trap fusion proteins; and fully human monoclonal antibodies. On March 26, 2012, it was announced that Sanofi and Regeneron are in development with a new cholesterol drug which will help reduce cholesterol up to 72%. Regeneron Pharmaceuticals was founded in 1988 and is currently headquartered in New York, USA.

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Learn more about Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, Inc
Size
10,368 employees
Market Cap
$78.1 billion
Industry
Net Income
$3.5 billion
Founded
1988
5 Year Trend
+27%
Revenue
$8.4 billion
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