MSAT Process Engineer

MSAT Process Engineer

Our large CDMO client in Redmond is seeking a highly motivated Process Engineer for site MSAT to join a fast-paced, collaborative, and multidisciplinary team. The role reports to the Sr Manager Manufacturing Compliance, and will be responsible for supporting manufacturing related deviations and process related change controls.

Roles and responsibilities:

• Authors and leads deviation investigations.
• Authors and reviews process related documentation (technical documents, test protocols, batch records, process descriptions, SOPs, etc).
• Authors and reviews change controls including managing change implementation of the change as the assigned change agent.
• Utilizes technical skills and process knowledge to participate and/or lead investigations related to process/new product implementation. Collaborates with impacted groups to drive implementation of CAPAs from approval to closure & effectiveness check.
• Supports continuous improvement initiatives for upstream or downstream process improvements.

Position requirements:

• Masters (or Bachelors) degree in Engineering with 4+ (7+) years of pharmaceutical/biotech experience including a minimum of 2-4 years of supporting upstream cell culture or downstream purification manufacturing activities for biopharmaceutical products. (downstream experience preferred)
• Proven record of accomplishment and self-directed leadership in GMP pharmaceutical or biotechnology is required.
• Familiarity with root cause analysis methods and experience owning and authoring deviations.
• Good knowledge of Quality Management Systems and experience working with various Manufacturing related document types.
• Demonstrated capabilities to work with high-performing teams, drive change, and influence internal and external stakeholders.
• Extensive knowledge of US FDA CFRs and European EMA, including ICH guidelines, as they relate to drug substance biological manufacturing.
• Good interpersonal, team, and collaborative skills are required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English; ability to interface with all levels of the organization.

Pay and benefits: The pay range for this position is $55.00 - $70.00/hr. 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 Redmond, WA. Application deadline: This position is anticipated to close on Sep 3, 2025.

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