Teva Pharmaceuticals

Process Engineering Specialist

Teva Pharmaceuticals • $74K — $92K *
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy, Chemical Engineering, or related field; Master's preferred.
  • 5+ years in pharmaceutical product development, formulation, technology transfer, or manufacturing support.
  • Experience with solid oral dosage and controlled-release products.
  • Strong understanding of GMP, manufacturing, and product lifecycle management.
  • Knowledge of Canadian, U.S., and international regulatory requirements.
  • Excellent technical problem-solving abilities and communication skills.
  • Proven ability to manage projects and balance priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

  • Design and optimize pharmaceutical formulations and dosage forms.
  • Support product lifecycle management and participate in reformulation projects.
  • Evaluate product performance across various quality metrics.
  • Develop and optimize manufacturing processes and lead technology transfers.
  • Analyze manufacturing data to identify process improvement opportunities.
  • Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and review quality documentation.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide technical insights and project updates.

Benefits

  • Inclusive health and dental coverage, disability and life insurance.
  • Access to Employee Assistance and Virtual Health Programs.
  • Retirement Savings Programs for long-term planning.
  • Stock Purchase Plan to foster investment in the company.
  • Generous paid time off including vacation, wellness, and volunteer days.
  • Education Assistance to support continuous learning and development.
  • Recognition programs for employee contributions and milestones.
Full Job Description
Our Team, Your Impact

We are currently seeking a Process Engineering Specialist to join our Manufacturing Science & Technology (MS&T) team.

In this role, you will play a key part in pharmaceutical product development, process optimization, technology transfer, validation activities, and continuous improvement initiatives that support the manufacture of high-quality medicines.

This is an exciting opportunity for a scientifically driven professional who thrives in a cross-functional environment and enjoys solving complex technical challenges throughout the product lifecycle.

How You'll Spend Your Day

Formulation & Product Development

Design, develop, and optimize pharmaceutical formulations and dosage forms.

Support product lifecycle management, reformulation projects, and alternate supplier qualifications.

Evaluate product performance, stability, potency, purity, content uniformity, and dissolution characteristics.

Support regulatory submissions through technical documentation review and data analysis.

Process Development & Technology Transfer

Develop, evaluate, and optimize manufacturing processes for pharmaceutical products.

Lead and support scale-up, site transfer, commercialization, and technology transfer activities.

Participate in equipment qualification and process validation activities, including IQ, OQ, and PQ.

Analyze manufacturing performance data and identify opportunities for process improvements, yield enhancement, waste reduction, and cost savings.

Quality & Compliance

Ensure compliance with GMP, Health Canada, FDA, and other applicable regulatory requirements.

Review and approve Change Controls, Master Batch Records, manufacturing instructions, and quality documentation.

Conduct technical investigations, root cause analyses, and CAPA activities related to product and process deviations.

Assess the impact of formulation, process, material, and equipment changes on product quality and regulatory compliance.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Partner closely with Quality Assurance, Regulatory Affairs, Manufacturing, Validation, and Supply Chain teams.

Participate in Technical Review Meetings and provide project updates, risk assessments, and technical recommendations.

Act as a technical resource and subject matter expert for internal stakeholders and project teams.

Manage multiple projects while balancing shifting priorities and business needs.

Your Skills and Experience

  • Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy, Chemical Engineering, or a related scientific discipline. Preferred: Master's degree in Pharmacy, Chemical Engineering, or a related scientific discipline.
  • 5+ years of experience in pharmaceutical product development, formulation development, technology transfer, process validation, and/or manufacturing support.
  • Proven experience with solid oral dosage forms and controlled-release products.
  • Strong understanding of GMP requirements, pharmaceutical manufacturing, and product lifecycle management.
  • Knowledge of Canadian, U.S., and international regulatory requirements and quality standards.
  • Strong scientific and technical problem-solving abilities.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to write technical reports, protocols, and development documentation.
  • Strong presentation and stakeholder management skills.
  • Ability to prioritize multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
  • Leadership skills with the ability to influence and collaborate across functions.
  • Ability to work on-site with a rotational shift structure as required.


How We'll Take Care of You

At Teva Canada we provide a rewarding and collaborative work experience, with career growth and development opportunities for employees, in a safe and caring environment! The typical hiring range for this position is $74,080-$92,600. The base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, education, and internal equity. In addition to base salary, this role may qualify for an annual bonus based on employment type. Certain positions may also be eligible for a sales commission structure as part of the overall compensation package. Beyond base pay, Teva also offers a comprehensive suite of wellness and benefits programs tailored to role and employment type, that continue to rank among the best in our industry! Our competitive offerings are designed to provide flexibility, security, and meaningful choices, empowering employees to thrive both personally and professionally throughout their journey with us.

As part of our commitment to well-being, employees may have access to:
  • Teva Canada's choices Benefit Plan including Health, Dental, Disability, Life Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program & Virtual Health Programs
  • Retirement Savings Programs
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
  • Time for yourself or those you care about, through paid time for Vacation, Wellness days, Care/Sick days, Teva Days and Volunteer Days
  • Education Assistance Program
  • Recognition programs such as Employee Service Awards
  • Employee Discounts
  • And much more!


More exciting details on the specific total rewards offerings to be provided at the offer stage depending on the position and employment type hiring for. This position will fill a current vacancy and Teva Canada may use an artificial intelligence (AI) system to assist with the initial screening and evaluation of job applications by analyzing for relevant skills, professional experience, and education, that best match the posted job qualifications. It is important to note that all final decisions in this process are made by a member of the hiring team.



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About Teva Pharmaceuticals

Teva Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd. is a global pharmaceutical company that develops, produces and markets generic drugs, specialty drugs and active pharmaceutical ingredients. It is the largest generic drug manufacturer in the world and one of the 15 largest pharmaceutical companies worldwide. Teva's products are sold in more than 60 countries and it has a portfolio of more than 3,500 products. The company was founded in 1901 in Jerusalem and is headquartered in Petah Tikva, Israel.
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