Senior Instrument Engineer

Senior Instrument Engineer

We are looking for an experienced Instrument Engineer to join our team! Our Instrument Engineers support projects for new and/or replacement instruments and ensure they are fit-for-purpose. We support investigations where measurement issues may be a contributing root cause, and we develop specifications and standards for instruments. In this role, you will support authoring and maintaining configuration specifications for manufacturing equipment for the production of our life-changing products.

As a Senior Instrument Engineer, a typical day might include the following:

• Operating as a project manager; planning, executing, and closing projects within scope, time and budget constraints.
• Specifying cGMP process instrumentation, components, and spare parts.
• Setting priorities for and completing Calibration Range and Tolerance Justifications forms for new instruments.
• Evaluating new instruments for Functional Equivalence to existing instrumentation that has become obsolete.
• Reviewing and approving input/output lists for automated systems.
• Conducting troubleshooting and root cause analysis for complex instrumentation and associated systems.
• Creating and maintaining configuration specifications for cGMP manufacturing equipment.
• Assisting in the design review of equipment, and approved supplier lists for instrumentation.
• Writing and executing test plans to demonstrate instrument suitability.
• Implementing corrective/preventative actions for existing equipment.
• Preparing engineering evaluations and test plans for change control documentation.
• Possibly supervising engineering contractors.

This job might be for you if you:

• Have the demonstrated ability to guide the prioritization, coordination, and completion of multiple projects within tight timeframes, while maintaining a high level of attention to detail.
• Have an understanding of common process instrumentation including but not limited to: load cells, pressure transmitters/gauges, pH sensors, dissolved oxygen sensors, temperature sensors, mass flow meters, UV analyzers, conductivity sensors, TOC analyzers and level sensors.
• Excel at working independently as part of a broader multi-functional team.
• Enjoy being able to think independently to make quality decisions based on analyzing available and potentially limited information.
• Find working in an ambiguous environment with changing priorities exciting.
• Are experienced utilizing advanced problem-solving methods and leadership for investigations.
• Are familiar with equipment specification requirements.
• Have outstanding written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to effectively interact with team members with tact and diplomacy.
• Are able to understand and implement project plans and schedules.
• Possess an understanding of process control systems and automation (preferred).

To be considered for the Senior Instrument Engineer position, you must have a BS/BA in Engineering (Electrical Engineering preferred) and the following minimum years of relevant experience:

• Senior Instrument Engineer: 5+ years
• Principal Instrument Engineer: 8+ years

Level will be determined based on qualifications relevant to the role. Direct experience with biopharmaceutical process equipment is highly desirable.