Process Engineer - Tech Transfer & Process Improvement

Manufacturing Engineer III

As part of the Thermo Fisher Scientific team, you'll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join our colleagues in bringing our Mission to life every single day to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. We provide our global teams with the resources needed to achieve individual career goals while helping to take science a step beyond by developing solutions for some of the world's toughest challenges, like protecting the environment, making sure our food is safe or helping find cures for cancer.

Excellent Benefits Package

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Medical, Dental, & Vision benefits-effective Day 1

Paid Time Off & Holidays

401K Company Match up to 5%

Tuition Reimbursement – eligible after 90 days!

Employee Referral Bonus

Employee Discount Program

Recognition Program

Charitable Gift Matching

Company Paid Parental Leave

Career Advancement Opportunities

Discover Impactful Work:

As a Manufacturing Engineer III at Thermo Fisher Scientific, you will optimize production processes, implement new technologies, lead technology transfer efforts, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. You'll work with cross-functional teams to ensure the efficient manufacture of high-quality products while maintaining compliance with regulatory requirements. This position offers the opportunity to contribute meaningfully by enabling our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer through innovative manufacturing solutions.

A Day in the Life:

You will manage process improvement projects, technology transfer projects, provide technical expertise for new product introductions, and provide technical expertise for deviation investigations. You will perform or assist with tech transfer of new products to the site, ensuring smooth transitions from development to full-scale production. Working with Customers, Quality, Production, and other departments, you'll optimize existing processes while ensuring consistent product quality and regulatory compliance. Your analytical skills and engineering expertise will help drive cost reductions, improve efficiencies, and enhance manufacturing capabilities across our operations.

Keys to Success:

Education

• Advanced Degree plus 3 years of experience, or bachelor's degree plus 5 years of experience in manufacturing engineering in regulated industries (pharmaceutical, medical device, or similar).
• Combination of education and experience will be considered.
• Preferred Fields of Study: Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Industrial or related field), Biological Sciences or related field

Experience

• Lean Six Sigma certification preferred
• Strong knowledge of GMP, ISO standards, and regulatory requirements
• Expertise in design of single-use-systems, PUPSIT assemblies, aseptic filling technologies, technology transfers, and change control management
• Proficient in statistical analysis and continuous improvement methodologies
• Strong project management skills and ability to work with cross-functional teams
• Demonstrated success implementing process improvements and cost reduction initiatives
• Experience with designing engineering studies, designing and executing mixing studies, and execution of engineering or feasibility batches
• Experience supporting engineers and manufacturing technicians
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite and relevant engineering software
• Must be able to work in cleanroom environments when required
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Experience with risk assessment methodologies and root cause analysis
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and tools

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in a dynamic manufacturing environment
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

Compensation and Benefits

The salary range estimated for this position based in New Jersey is $100,000.00–$149,950.00.

This position may also be eligible to receive a variable annual bonus based on company, team, and/or individual performance results in accordance with company policy. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that our U.S. colleagues and their families can count on, which includes:

• A choice of national medical and dental plans, and a national vision plan, including health incentive programs
• Employee assistance and family support programs, including commuter benefits and tuition reimbursement
• At least 120 hours paid time off (PTO), 10 paid holidays annually, paid parental leave (3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiver leave), accident and life insurance, and short- and long-term disability in accordance with company policy
• Retirement and savings programs, such as our competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings plan
• Employees' Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) offers eligible colleagues the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount