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Actalent Associate Engineer (Process Engineer) in New Hill, North Carolina
Job Title: Associate Engineer (Process Engineer)Job Description
We are seeking a dedicated Associate Process Engineer to join our team. This position is 100% onsite with regular working hours and occasional on-call rotation. The ideal candidate will have a B.S. in chemical or mechanical engineering and some pharma experience in drug substance manufacturing. We are looking for a motivated individual with general working experience, regardless of specific industry background .
Responsibilities
Develop, coordinate, analyze, and present results for operational issues and engineering projects.
Provide technical support to commercial and clinical manufacturing regarding process control and process equipment.
Work closely with multiple subject areas including manufacturing, process engineering, process development, utility operations, maintenance, quality assurance, and validation to implement operational improvements.
Communicate with supervisors and support staff, highlighting issues and proposing solutions.
Collaborate in a small group of engineers and/or technicians on an ongoing or project basis.
Complete tasks under the general direction of lead engineers to meet design and engineering schedules and budget constraints.
Provide technical support and issue resolution with 24x7 on-call support of process systems on a rotational basis.
Own and support operations for assigned equipment at the site.
Provide engineering support for design, construction, startup, commissioning, and qualification.
Lead or collaborate with teams in the design, development, and selection of new systems, instruments, calibration capabilities, and consumable components.
Evaluate capabilities of current and potential suppliers and assess new technologies for cost savings, throughput, or unique capabilities.
Identify, support, and/or lead the implementation of engineering-based improvements or upgrades of small to medium scope and complexity.
Develop calibration/maintenance programs, ensure availability of spare parts, and coordinate maintenance execution to keep systems in proper working order.
Ensure systems are installed and operating safely, complying with pertinent environmental, health, and safety practices, rules, and regulations.
Ensure necessary commissioning and qualification of systems in alignment with site GMP requirements and interact with regulatory inspectors as necessary.
Apply basic engineering principles and practices to support daily operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of plant and process systems.
Monitor systems to identify performance risks and implement risk reduction strategies.
Provide troubleshooting support to reduce production downtime, including leading and/or supporting technical root cause analysis and implementation of corrective/preventive actions.
Support new product/technology introductions by performing engineering assessments, implementing equipment modifications, and supporting engineering runs.
Advance the use of condition-based and predictive maintenance practices by incorporating advanced data analytics where applicable.
Own investigations of abnormal conditions through Deviation and business processes.
Essential Skills
Bachelor's degree in engineering or related technical field.
Associates degree and 4 years of Process Engineer experience or High school diploma/GED and 6 years of Process Engineer experience.
Ability to provide on-call support coverage during nights and weekends on a rotating basis.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work with minimal direction.
Demonstrated interpersonal and facilitation skills.
Ability to work in a collaborative, team-based environment.
Analytical skills to evaluate and interpret complex problems using multiple sources of information.
Experience with Mammalian Cell Culture, Protein Purification, Clean Utilities, CIP, SIP, Production Services, and/or non-GMP Utilities preferred.
Familiarity with designing and operating equipment used in biopharmaceutical manufacturing preferred.
Work Environment
This role is 100% onsite with regular working hours and occasional on-call rotation. The work environment involves collaboration with various departments to implement operational improvements. You will work in a small group of engineers and technicians, sometimes providing support outside of normal working hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays. Safety and compliance with environmental health and safety practices are paramount in this role.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $31.00
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in New Hill,NC.
Application Deadline
This position will be accepting applications until Jan 20, 2025.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:
Hiring diverse talent
Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.