Sr. Process Engineer

About the role

Fueled by our aspiration to deliver accelerated growth for our company and to make people’s lives better, there’s never been a more exciting time to join the team and shape the future of AstraZeneca Operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead the selection and design of new or replacement systems.
• Identify root causes of deviations and implement corrective actions.
• Manage projects and initiatives, ensuring timely delivery within budget and quality goals.
• Lead change controls related to equipment and systems.
• Provide technical support during cGMP audits and train manufacturing staff on equipment operations.
• Own critical documentation and maintenance procedures.
• Lead or support FAT, SAT, commissioning, and validation activities.
• Contribute to Lean initiatives and improve workplace safety and quality.
• Work cross-functionally and interact with vendors, contractors, and diverse project teams.
• Apply excellent communication skills to influence and negotiate effectively.

Requirements

• Bachelor's in science
• Expertise: Extensive experience with biopharmaceutical unit operations, PLC, DCS, and advanced understanding of engineering principles.
• Problem-Solving: Proven ability to solve complex technical issues. Experience with root cause analysis and process improvements.
• Leadership: Experience leading teams or cross-functional projects. Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects in a matrix environment.
• Communication: Strong interpersonal skills to convey complex concepts and build productive relationships across departments.
• Systems Proficiency: Skilled in SAP, TrackWise, CAD, document management systems, and SharePoint.
• Industry Experience: 3-5+ years

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in Engineering
• Subject matter expertise in upstream or downstream production areas, such as incubators, bioreactors, centrifuges, chromatography columns, and freeze/thaw processes.
• Master's degree

Skills

• Strong problem-solving and technical expertise in biopharmaceutical unit operations.
• Excellent leadership and project management skills.
• Effective communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.
• Proficiency in relevant software and systems.

Benefits

• Qualified retirement program [401(k) plan]
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Paid leaves
• Health benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage

Pay

The annual base pay (or hourly rate of compensation) for this position ranges from $97,372.00 to $146,058.00.

Schedule

Hourly and salaried non-exempt employees will also be paid overtime pay when working qualifying overtime hours.