Engineer II Custom Consumable

Cytiva; Thurso; On-site; GBP 63,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

Cytiva, a Danaher operating company, seeks a Custom Consumable Engineer to design and develop single-use assemblies for bioprocessing applications. The role reports to the Upstream Consumable Engineering Manager and is an on-site position with the Hardware Solutions family.

You will design, test, and release components, maintain design documentation, and ensure compliance with GMP and QMS processes while driving continuous improvement in bioprocessing technologies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Plastics, Bio, or Biomedical Engineering.
• 2+ years in mechanical engineering, biotech, or related fields.
• Proficient in CAD and technical documentation; GMP/regulatory familiarity.

Responsibilities

• Design, test, and release single-use consumables (components, packaging, tooling, fixtures).
• Develop and maintain project documentation (testing protocols, risk analyses, design docs) within the QMS.
• Own project timelines and keep stakeholders updated.
• Follow QMS and Change Control processes to ensure quality and compliance.
• Use engineering judgment and creativity to continually improve processes and product outcomes.

Skills

CAD modeling

Project documentation

Regulatory compliance

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Plastics, Bio, or Biomedical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

CREO

Job description

Bring more to life. Are you ready to accelerate your potential and make a real difference within life sciences, diagnostics and biotechnology?

At Cytiva, one of Danaher’s 15+ operating companies, our work saves lives—and we’re all united by a shared commitment to innovate for tangible impact.

You’ll thrive in a culture of belonging where you and your unique viewpoint matter. And by harnessing Danaher’s system of continuous improvement, you help turn ideas into impact – innovating at the speed of life.

Working at Cytiva means being at the forefront of providing new solutions to transform human health. Our incredible customers undertake life-saving activities ranging from fundamental biological research to developing innovative vaccines, new medicines, and cell and gene therapies.

At Cytiva you will be able to continuously improve yourself and us – working on challenges that truly matter with people that care for each other, our customers, and their patients. Take your next step to an altogether life-changing career.

Learn about the Danaher Business System which makes everything possible.

The Custom Consumable Engineer is responsible for designing and developing custom single use assemblies for bioprocessing applications.

This position reports to the Upstream Consumable Engineering Manager and is part of Hardware Solutions operating company located in Duncan SC and will be an on-site role.

What You’ll Do

• Design, test, and release single-use consumables (components, packaging, tooling, fixtures).


• Develop and maintain project documentation (testing protocols, risk analyses, design docs) within the QMS.


• Own project timelines and keep stakeholders updated.


• Follow QMS and Change Control processes to ensure quality and compliance.


• Use engineering judgment and creativity to continually improve processes and product outcomes.

Who You Are

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Plastics, Bio, or Biomedical Engineering.


• Experience: 2+ years in mechanical engineering, biotech, or related fields.


• Skilled in meeting customer requirements and collaborating across departments.


• Proficient in CAD solid modeling (SolidWorks, CREO) and technical documentation.


• Familiar with GMP and regulatory requirements, ensuring accurate documentation and compliance.

Travel, Motor Vehicle Record & Physical/Environment Requirements

• Ability to travel 10% within the US or internationally.


• Must have a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record


• Ability to lift, move or carry equipment up to 25lb, any other physical requirements

It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in:

• Masters degree in plastic engineering, bio or mechanical. 4+ years experience in bioprocessing. Experience with single use assemblies for monoclonal antibody manufacturing.

Cytiva, a Danaher operating company, offers a broad array of comprehensive, competitive benefit programs that add value to our lives. Whether it’s a health care program or paid time off, our programs contribute to life beyond the job. Check out our benefits at Danaher Benefits Info.

Join our winning team today. Together, we’ll accelerate the real-life impact of tomorrow’s science and technology. We partner with customers across the globe to help them solve their most complex challenges, architecting solutions that bring the power of science to life.

For more information, visit www.danaher.com.

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