Amgen Inc

Process Engineer

Amgen Inc$75K — $95K *
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Master's degree in engineering, or
  • Bachelor's degree with 2 years engineering support experience, or
  • Associate's degree with 6 years engineering support experience, or
  • High school diploma/GED with 8 years engineering support experience.
  • Educational background in Mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical Engineering preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Apply engineering expertise to optimize complex systems and processes.
  • Demonstrate deep understanding of systems to support manufacturing excellence.
  • Mentor Associate Engineers and Technicians.
  • Serve as a subject expert on cGMPs and SOPs.
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to align project priorities.
  • Manage small-scale projects to ensure timely delivery.
  • Analyze performance data to drive improvements.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive employee benefits package including health, dental, and vision coverage.
  • Retirement and Savings Plan with generous company contributions.
  • Discretionary annual bonus program or sales-based incentive plan.
  • Stock-based long-term incentives.
  • Award-winning time-off plans and annual site shutdown.
  • Flexible work models, including remote work arrangements.
Full Job Description
Career Category
Maintenance
Job Description
Process Engineer

What you will do

Let's do this. Let's change the world. In this vital role you will apply engineering expertise to optimize complex systems and processes, mentor peers, and drive operational excellence through data-driven decision-making and continuous improvement.

Specific responsibilities include but are not limited to:
  • Demonstrate deep understanding of complex systems, equipment, and processes to support manufacturing excellence.
  • Independently perform technical tasks with precision, ensuring high-quality outcomes and minimal errors.
  • Mentor Associate Engineers and Technicians, sharing best practices and technical insights.
  • Serve as a subject expert on cGMPs and SOPs, guiding others in compliance and documentation.
  • Collaborate multi-functionally to align priorities, define milestones, and coordinate execution.
  • Manage small-scale projects or workstreams, ensuring timely delivery and customer alignment.
  • Lead basic investigations and implement effective solutions to technical challenges.
  • Analyze performance data, identify trends, and apply root cause analysis to drive improvements.
  • Build relationships across functions and share knowledge to support team and network success.
  • Model a culture of accountability, safety, and continuous learning in alignment with Amgen values.


What we expect of you

We are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. The Engineer professional we seek is an individual contributor with these qualifications.

Basic Qualifications:

Master's degree in engineering.

Or

Bachelor's degree in engineering and 2 years of engineering support experience.

Or

Associate's degree in engineering and 6 years of engineering support experience,

Or

High school diploma / GED and 8 years of engineering support experience.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Educational background in Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, or related Engineering discipline.
  • Manufacturing supports experience in a regulated pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or GMP environment.
  • Experience troubleshooting equipment, process systems, and operational issues in upstream and/or downstream manufacturing operations.
  • Knowledge of GMP production, deviation management, change control, CAPA, equipment qualification, process validation, and new product introduction activities.
  • Ability to apply engineering principles, data analysis, and problem-solving skills to support process optimization, equipment modifications, and operational improvements.
  • Strong collaboration skills with Manufacturing, Maintenance, Quality Assurance, Validation, Process Development, Utilities, and Facilities organizations.
  • Strong organizational, technical writing, presentation, and communication skills.
  • Proficiency in English and Spanish.
  • Willingness to support non-standard shifts, including nights and weekends, as required by manufacturing operations.


What you can expect of us

As we work to develop treatments that take care of others, we also work to care for our teammates' professional and personal growth and well-being.

In addition to the base salary, Amgen offers a Total Rewards Plan comprising health and welfare plans for staff and eligible dependents, financial plans with opportunities to save towards retirement or other goals, work/life balance, and career development opportunities including:
  • A comprehensive employee benefits package, including a Retirement and Savings Plan with generous company contributions, group medical, dental & vision coverage, and life & disability insurance
  • A discretionary annual bonus program, or for field sales representatives, a sales-based incentive plan
  • Stock-based long-term incentives
  • Award-winning time-off plans and an annual site shutdown
  • Flexible work models, including remote work arrangements, where possible

Apply now and make a lasting impact with the Amgen team.
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Size
24,200 employees
Market Cap
$141.2 billion
Industry
Net Income
$7.2 billion
Founded
1980
5 Year Trend
+2.5%
Revenue
$25.4 billion
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