Process Engineer 2 - Purification - Site Based Seattle, WA

Process Engineer II – Purification

This role requires close collaboration with multi-disciplinary project/technical teams as we work together to define the future of biotherapeutics and embrace the challenge of innovation.

Under direct/moderate supervision, job responsibilities encompass the transfer of novel purification processes from model to manufacturing scale. Process engineers will work closely with scientists and engineers to develop manufacturing processes for novel biotherapeutics. The PEII will then execute downstream manufacturing operations they had a hand in building, including buffer preparation, set-up, operation, and maintenance of disposable-based manufacturing equipment; perform continuous protein capture, chromatography polishing steps, and drug formulation and fill, producing material that will be used in clinical trials for novel biotherapies. The staff member may also participate in technology transfer, troubleshooting and deviation investigations.

The staff member is expected to comply and follow written procedures for safety requirements, cGMP Practices, Standard Operating Procedures, and manufacturing documentation.

*Note : Manufacturing operations in Jplant Seattle occur 7 days a week, day shifts only and extended shifts as required based on process requirements. 40 hours, days only. shifts could be; Monday to Friday, Tuesday to Saturday or Sunday to Thursday. between 8:00 am till 5:00 pm.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in biological or engineering science with 3-5 years of relevant experience.
• Candidate must possess strong focus on quality and attention to detail.
• Possess effective task/time management organizational skills.
• Capacity to develop solutions to technical issues of moderate scope.
• Ability to organize, analyze/interpret, and effectively communicate individual results.
• Motivated, self-starter with strong mechanical aptitude.
• Good interpersonal, team, and communication skills are a must.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of cGMP requirements to ensure compliance.
• Understanding of equipment, operations, and engineering principles used to manufacture biotherapeutics.
• Experience in purification principles and operations.
• Experience with disposable-based processing equipment is a plus.
• Experience in technology and/or process transfer for early-stage clinical manufacturing.
• Ability to solve technical problems of moderate scope.

This job description is intended to describe the general content of the job, and to identify the essential functions of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. Because job requirements evolve with the changing needs of Just-Evotec Biologics business, this description is subject to change and may be modified at any time, whether formally or informally.

The base pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be $77,968.80 to $86,250; Base salary offered may vary depending on the individual’s skills, experience and competitive market value. Additional total rewards include discretionary annual bonus, comprehensive benefits to include Medical, Dental and Vision, short-term and long-term disability, company paid basic life insurance, 401k company match, flexible work, generous paid time off and paid holiday, wellness and transportation benefits.

Evotec (US) Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, gender, age, disability, genetic information, gender expression, gender identity, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, or veteran status.