Specialist, Engineering

For over 130 years, we have pioneered groundbreaking science. Today, we are driven by continuous innovation to develop breakthrough medicines, vaccines and technology. Rooted in direct experience on the farm and in the clinic, we work hand in hand with our customers every step of the way. Our singular focus is to empower those who care for animals, helping them manage their vital responsibility with confidence.

About the role

The Specialist at Tech Hub provides technical support to Vaccine and Biologicals process development for Manufacturing within a multidisciplinary environment. You will cooperate with colleagues at Bioprocess Technology Solutions, Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality, and R&D to deliver all-around technological support on Vaccine and Biologicals Manufacturing of new (R&D) products.

Responsibilities

• Develop and scale up processes or technologies for microbial, virus, and cell cultivations, biomolecule concentration and purification, and final formulation of veterinary vaccines and therapeutics.
• Transfer processes or technologies to production lines, ensuring they meet customer requirements for safety, quality, cost-efficiency, practical applicability, and consistency.
• Participate in technical investigations, validation, and process improvement projects, examining issues from diverse perspectives (safety, compliance, automation, equipment, process, and people) to resolve root causes.
• Provide direction for scientifically based decisions within projects aimed at improving products, solving problems, or developing new products, collaborating with teams from QC, Pharmaceutical Technical Support, R&D, Production, or Analytical Technical Services.
• Perform development, introduction, and testing of new technologies as needed.
• Collaborate with R&D, Manufacturing, and other departments to bring new products to market, demonstrating knowledge of current USDA regulatory guidelines and advanced technical expertise.
• Develop project charters and plans, including timelines, deliverables, roles, responsibilities, risk identification, tracking, and mitigation.
• Coordinate and track team activities, communicate project risks and status to stakeholders, and escalate issues as needed.
• Support inspection readiness for new product introductions and transfers in collaboration with Commercialization, Quality, and Regulatory teams.
• Ensure consistent application of standardized work, engineering, and process tools.
• Conduct and design experimental protocols using Technical Operations lab facilities and/or full-scale production equipment.
• Create and update technical and manufacturing documents for investigations, process design, engineering studies, process demonstrations, change control, and validation.
• Collaborate with peers on-site and globally, contributing to international projects and interacting with scientists across departments and external partners.
• Actively contribute to improving or accelerating department activities, including Environment, Health, and Safety initiatives.
• Train and guide employees and trainees.
• Perform off-shift work as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Biochemical Engineering, Biotechnology, Chemical Engineering, Biology, Biochemistry, Protein Chemistry, or Microbiology with 2 years’ experience in vaccine/biopharmaceuticals Research and Development, Process Development, and/or Biological manufacturing (or Master's degree with 1 year of experience or PhD in a related field).
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong project management, documentation, and technical writing skills.
• Excellent teamwork and collaboration skills, with the ability to work in multidisciplinary and international teams.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a hands-on approach to resolving issues, considering diverse perspectives (e.g., safety, compliance).
• May be required to work nights and/or weekends as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in bioprocess scale-up and vaccine manufacturing.
• Working knowledge of USDA regulations.
• Knowledge of GMP requirements for manufacture and testing of biological products.
• Understanding of statistics and their application to process monitoring and control.

Skills

• Adaptability
• Animal Vaccination
• Biopharmaceuticals
• Change Control Management
• Chemical Engineering
• Chemical Technology
• Data Analysis
• Equipment Troubleshooting
• Global Manufacturing
• GMP Compliance
• Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)
• Identifying Risks
• Inspection Readiness
• Lean Manufacturing
• Multidisciplinary Collaboration
• New Product Development
• Personal Initiative
• Process Optimization
• Professional Integrity
• Project Management
• Protein Chemistry
• Root Cause Analysis (RCA)
• Teamwork
• Technical Writing

Pay

The salary range for this role is $87,300.00 - $137,400.00. An employee’s position within the salary range will be based on factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, government requirements, and business needs. The successful candidate will also be eligible for annual bonus and long-term incentive, if applicable.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision healthcare and other insurance benefits for employee and family.
• Retirement benefits, including 401(k).
• Paid holidays, vacation, and compassionate and sick days.

Schedule

• Primarily 1st shift (day), with occasional off-shift work as needed.
• 10% travel requirements.