Description:
Independently provides and/or directs the characterization of process optimization strategies and/or troubleshooting of operational issues in the operations, manufacturing, pilot plant or capital projects environment. Applies advanced and diverse engineering principles to the design and implementation of major system modifications, experiments, process and/or capital projects. Develops, organizes, analyzes and presents interpretation of results for operational issues or engineering projects of significant scope and complexity.
Qualifications:
- Engineer with years of experience, preferably in aseptic processing environments, including Fill/Finish operations such as vial and syringe filling lines.
- Experience in characterization activities and performance qualification (PQ) for New Product Introductions (NPI).
- Minimum of 4 years of experience in direct pharmaceutical, medical device or biotechnology industries.
- Experience in direct process / manufacturing areas.
- Must be fully bilingual (English / Spanish) with excellent oral skills.
- Must be proficient using MS Windows and Microsoft Office applications.
- Strong knowledge in cGxP and regulatory guidance as well as understanding of how they are applied to regulatory compliance.
- Experience in Design Documentation (URS, DS), IQ, OQ, PQ protocols development and execution, deviations and reports generation.
- SDLC, Risk Assessment, Data Integrity, Factory Acceptance Test (FAT) & Site Acceptance Test (SAT).
- Available to work extended hours, possibility of weekends and holidays.
Education:
- Masters + 2 years of Engineering experience OR Bachelors in Engineering + 4 years of Engineering experience. Preferred: Mechanical or Chemical Engineering
Competencies/Skills:
- Working knowledge of pharmaceutical/biotech processes
- Familiarity with validation processes
- Familiarity with documentation in a highly regulated environment
- Ability to operate specialized laboratory equipment and computers as appropriate.
- Ability to interpret and apply GLPs and GMPs.
- Ability to apply engineering science to production.
- Able to develop solutions to routine technical problems of limited scope
- Comprehensive understanding of validation protocol execution requirements.
