Process Engineering Associate (Upstream)

Why Patients Need You
Pfizer's North Creek Manufacturing Facility is clinical and commercial biologics manufacturing facility producing antibody and antibody drug conjugates for life-altering cancer treatments.
What You Will Achieve
The North Creek facility is seeking a highly motivated Process Engineering Associate (Manufacturing) that desires an opportunity to contribute to the design and development of clinical and commercial manufacturing processes of transformative cancer therapies. This role focuses on support activities involved the technology transfer from research to manufacturing and production support. Design and development may include new or revised processes.
The ideal candidate will have fundamental knowledge of the principles of upstream process engineering and/or production experience in a GMP manufacturing environment and apply these skills to achieve assigned tasks. This role also requires great teamwork and collaboration to ensure an efficient way of working and maintain high level productivity, have can-do attitude, and thrive in a high-paced environment
How You Will Achieve It

• Play a pivotal role in transitioning products from research to manufacturing, leveraging technical skills to address challenges.
• Assist in the transfer of processes into the North Creek facility and ensure technical responsibilities for new product introduction and resupply campaigns, such as: process modeling, material planning, manufacturing documentation, and other technical responsibilities are completed.
• Contribute to project tasks and milestones, ensuring work is organized to meet deadlines.
• Conduct tests and measurements throughout production stages, troubleshooting process or equipment issues.
• Prepare and review scale-up protocols, technology transfer protocols, batch manufacturing records, and bill of materials.
• Maintain process data to ensure consistent process performance.
• Support deviation investigations, CAPAs, and change controls.

Qualifications
Must-Have

• Applicant must have a bachelor's degree in Chemical or Biotech Engineering, Computer Science, or related life science engineering with 2 years of experience.
• Fundamental knowledge of upstream operations.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience with Good Manufacturing Practices and Process Monitoring systems.
• Must be capable of generating documents in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Visio.
• Strong communication skills
• Self-motivated attitude with the ability to work with minimal direction
• Flexibility and adaptability to changing priorities
• Ability to meet deadlines and perform well under pressure
• Proficiency in troubleshooting and problem-solving

Nice-to-Have

• Prior experience in the pharmaceutical industry with GMP manufacture of recombinant antibody and high-potency antibody drug conjugate production processes
• Knowledge of upstream equipment and operations, and engineering principles related to biotherapeutic drug substance, including disposable technologies.
• Experience with technology transfer and scale-up processes
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to navigate complex challenges and opportunities
• Experience in a structured, process-driven environment

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

• Lifting, standing, gowning in cleanroom.
• Requires good math skills, basic lab chemistry calculations, working with MS Excel.

NON-STANDARD WORK SCHEDULE, TRAVEL OR ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS

• May require travel from time to time.
• Work Location Assignment: Hybrid

Other Details:

• Last day to apply: January 15, 2025

The annual base salary for this position ranges from $64,600.00 to $110,900.00. In addition, this position is eligible for participation in Pfizer's Global Performance Plan with a bonus target of 7.5% of the base salary. We offer comprehensive and generous benefits and programs to help our colleagues lead healthy lives and to support each of life's moments. Benefits offered include a 401(k) plan with Pfizer Matching Contributions and an additional Pfizer Retirement Savings Contribution, paid vacation, holiday and personal days, paid caregiver/parental and medical leave, and health benefits to include medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage. Learn more at Pfizer Candidate Site - U.S. Benefits | (uscandidates.mypfizerbenefits.com). Pfizer compensation structures and benefit packages are aligned based on the location of hire. The United States salary range provided does not apply to Tampa, FL or any location outside of the United States.
Relocation assistance may be available based on business needs and/or eligibility.
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Engineering