Amgen Inc

Process Engineer  - CIP/ SIP/ Autoclave

Amgen Inc • $88K — $119K *
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Master's degree or Bachelor's degree with 2 years engineering experience, or Associate degree with 6 years, or High school diploma with 8 years engineering experience required.
  • Preferred Bachelor's degree in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering or similar.
  • 3+ years' relevant work experience with 2+ years in biopharmaceutical operations/manufacturing.
  • Direct knowledge of GMP Biopharmaceutical Production facility equipment including CIP/SIP systems, autoclaves, etc.
  • Experience in a regulated environment (e.g., cGMP), familiar with GMP quality systems.
  • Ability to analyze problems using data-driven techniques (e.g., RCA, SPC).
  • Strong leadership and communication skills, with ability to work in a team-based environment.

Responsibilities

  • Design, build, commission, and qualify new equipment and systems for drug substance production.
  • Support commissioning and qualification of manufacturing systems in line with GMP requirements.
  • Provide lifecycle support for CIP skids, SIP circuits, autoclaves, and related automation platforms.
  • Ensure systems operate safely and comply with health/safety regulations.
  • Assist with new product technology introductions through engineering assessments.
  • Develop maintenance programs and coordinate activities for biopharmaceutical process equipment.
  • Support business case development for engineering improvements and system upgrades.

Benefits

  • Competitive and comprehensive Total Rewards Plans aligned with local industry standards.
  • Professional and personal growth opportunities through collaborative culture.
  • Supportive work environment that values unique contributions to patient care.
Full Job Description
Career Category
Engineering
Job Description

ProcessEngineer - CIP/ SIP/ Autoclave


What youwill do:

In this vital role you will be joining the Facilities & Engineering (F&E) group to partner closely with the corporate engineering team to design, build, commission, and qualify new equipment and systems needed for drug substance production as well as developing domain expertise tosupport operations upon start-up.


Site design, construction, start-up, and operational readiness:

Support the commissioning and qualification ofmanufacturingsystems in alignment with GMP requirements and interact with regulatory inspectors.

  • Demonstrate technical expertise and provide lifecycle support for CIP skid systems, SIP circuits, autoclaves, transfer panels, process tanks, valves, instrumentation, and associated automation platforms. The role will support commissioning, qualification, startup readiness, routine manufacturing operations, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement initiatives with a focus on CIP, SIP and autoclave systems.
  • Ensuresystemsare installed andoperatesafelyandcomply withpertinent environmental health/safetypractice,rulesand regulations.
  • Interact with regulatory inspectorsas a manufacturing systems owner to communicate anddemonstrateappropriate regulatorycomplianceofoperating systems.
  • Assistwithnew product/technology introductions by performing engineering assessments,implementing equipment modifications, and supporting engineering runs.

Site Operations:

  • Provide systemsupportforbiopharmaceutical process equipment 6specifically CIP/SIP and/or autoclave systems.Assistinidentifyingand implementing engineering-based improvements or upgrades to equipment or facility systems.
  • Experience with CIP circuit design/validation and SIP
  • Support the developmentofbusiness cases for improvements,identification ofdesign requirements, and translation ofthese requirements into process equipment/system design, specifications, and supporting the construction, startup, and validation ofimprovements.
  • Develop equipment maintenance programs, ensure the availability of spare parts, andcoordinatemaintenance activities to ensure systems are in proper working order.

What we expectofyou

We are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. The engineering professional weseekenjoys challenges and is motivated to help serve patients with these qualifications.


Basic Qualifications:

Masterdegree
OR
Bachelordegree and 2 years ofEngineeringexperience
OR
Associatedegree and 6 years ofEngineeringexperience
OR
High school diploma / GED and 8 years ofEngineeringexperience


Preferred Qualifications:

  • Bachelors degree in Chemical or Mechanical Engineeringor similarengineerdiscipline.
  • 3+ years' of relevant work experience with2+ years' experience in Biopharmaceuticaloperations/manufacturing environment
  • Direct knowledge of design and troubleshooting with GMP Biopharmaceutical Production facility equipment/systems with direct experience with Solution Prep, Upstream, and Downstream purification equipment such as weigh and dispense equipment, solution preparation vessels, cell culture reactors, centrifugation, chromatography, viral filtration skids, and UFDF skids as well as other equipment needed to support these processes such as autoclaves, clean in place (CIP) systems, washers, clean steam, water for injection, etc.
  • Ability to analyze problems, develop and propose engineering solutions in a scientificmanner using data-driven techniques and analyses (e.g., Data Analytics, Root CauseAnalysis (RCA), Statistical Process Control (SPC), Six Sigma, Predictive Maintenance, etc.)
  • Experience working in a regulated environment (e.g.cGMP, OSHA, EPA, etc.) andfamiliarity 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 systemmodifications, introduction of new processes, and the oversight of capital projects
  • Understanding of capital projects in a GMP Biopharmaceutical Production facility includingprocurement, construction, startup, and validation
  • Understanding ofsafety requirements working in a GMP Biopharmaceutical Productionfacility.
  • Independent, ambitious, organized, able to multi-task in project environments, and skilled incommunication, facilitation, and teamwork
  • Collaborativeteammateprepared to work in and embrace ateam basedenvironment thatrelies on communication for effective decision-making
  • Strong leadership, technical writing, and communication/presentation skills
  • Work schedule flexibility asrequiredto support 24/7 operations, requiring occasionalafterhoursengineering coverage
  • Ability for domestic/international travel.

What you can expect of us

As we work to develop treatments that take care of others, we also work to care for your professional and personal growth and well-being. From our competitive benefits to our collaborative culture, we9ll support your journey every step of the way.

In addition to the base salary, Amgen offers competitive and comprehensive Total Rewards Plans that are aligned with local industry standards.


Apply now and make a lasting impact with the Amgen team!careers.amgen.com

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Salary Range

88,281.00USD -119,439.00USD

About Amgen Inc

Amgen is a biotechnology company that develops and manufactures human therapeutics for various illnesses and diseases. The company is values-based and deeply rooted in science and innovation to transform new ideas and discoveries into medicines for patients with serious diseases. They offer products for treating illness in the areas of oncology/hematology, cardiovascular, inflammation, bone health, nephrology, and neuroscience.

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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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