Associate Engineer I

Amgen SA; Holly Springs (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Career development

Flexible work arrangements where noted

Job summary

Amgen is seeking an Associate Engineer I in North Carolina to provide engineering support for ANC2 operations, collaborating with manufacturing, quality assurance, and maintenance to implement modifications and troubleshoot processes. The role requires a solid foundation in engineering principles, strong communication, and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a regulated environment.

On-call coverage on weekends is expected where needed, supporting patient-focused outcomes and continuous

Qualifications

• High school diploma / GED with 6 years of engineering experience.
• Associate’s degree with 4 years of engineering experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
• Preferred: degree in chemical engineering with 0–3 years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering support to ANC2 operations.
• Apply basic engineering principles to system modifications and troubleshooting.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, maintenance, QA and validation for improvements.
• Communicate issues proactively to supervisor and staff.
• Support systems: Kneat, MES, PAS|X, DeltaV, Pi Historian, Maximo.

Skills

Engineering principles

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree

Associate's degree

High school diploma / GED

Tools

Kneat

MES

DeltaV

Pi Historian

Maximo

Job description

Join Amgen’s Mission of Serving Patients

At Amgen, if you feel like you’re part of something bigger, it’s because you are. Our shared mission—to serve patients living with serious illnesses—drives all that we do.

Since 1980, we’ve helped pioneer the world of biotech in our fight against the world’s toughest diseases. With our focus on four therapeutic areas –Oncology, Inflammation, General Medicine, and Rare Disease– we reach millions of patients each year. Amgen is advancing a broad and deep pipeline of medicines to treat cancer, heart disease, inflammatory conditions, rare diseases, and obesity and obesity-related conditions. As a member of the Amgen team, you’ll help make a lasting impact on the lives of patients as we research, manufacture, and deliver innovative medicines to help people live longer, fuller happier lives.

Our award-winning culture is collaborative, innovative, and science based. If you have a passion for challenges and the opportunities that lay within them, you’ll thrive as part of the Amgen team. Join us and transform the lives of patients while transforming your career.

ASSOCIATE ENGINEER I

What you will do

Let’s do this. Let’s change the world. In this vital role you report to the Director of the Amgen North Carolina (ANC2) Facilities and Engineering group, this position is responsible for providing engineering support to ANC2 operations.

• Apply basic engineering principles to implementation of system modifications, execution commissioning activities, or the performance of process troubleshooting efforts
• Develop, organizing, analyzing, and presenting results for operational issues and engineering projects of minor scope and complexity
• Work closely with multiple disciplines, including manufacturing, engineering, utility operations, maintenance, quality assurance, and validation to implement operational improvements and meet goals.
• Communicate proactively with supervisor and support staff, highlighting issues.
• Scope of process/equipment includes, but is not limited to: Single-Use Bioreactors, Stainless Bioreactors, Aseptic Operations, Incubators, Harvest Centrifuge, Column Chromatography, TFF, Analytical Equipment, Sterile Bulk Fill
• Scope of systems includes, but is not limited to: Kneat, MES, PAS|X, DeltaV, Pi Historian, SmartSheet, Bluebeam, Maximo, Plant Control Tower
• Ability to provide On-Call support coverage on weekends, on a rotating basis.

What we expect of you

We are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. The dynamic project coordinator professional we seek is a person with these qualifications.

Basic Qualifications:

• High school diploma / GED and 6 years of Engineer experience OR
• Associate’s degree and 4 years of Engineer experience OR
• Bachelor’s degree
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering or equivalent, with 0 to 3 years of experience in engineering or plant operations
• Experience with regulated environments (i.e. GMP, OSHA, EPA)
• Sound understanding of basic engineering principles and ability to apply them to resolve process issues.
• Must possess strong math and computer skills and possess the ability to apply science-based thinking to practical applications.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills with ability to work collaboratively in a team-based environment.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and effectively set priorities.
• Energetic and technically minded individual.

What you can expect of us

As we work to develop treatments that take care of others, we also work to care for your professional and personal growth and well-being. From our competitive benefits to our collaborative culture, we’ll support your journey every step of the way.

The expected annual salary range for this role in the U.S. (excluding Puerto Rico) is posted. Actual salary will vary based on several factors including but not limited to, relevant skills, experience, and qualifications.

In addition to the base salary, Amgen offers a Total Rewards Plan, based on eligibility, comprising of health and welfare plans for staff and eligible dependents, financial plans with opportunities to save towards retirement or other goals, work/life balance, and career development opportunities that may include:

• A comprehensive employee benefits package, including a Retirement and Savings Plan with generous company contributions, group medical, dental and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, and flexible spending accounts
• A discretionary annual bonus program, or for field sales representatives, a sales-based incentive plan
• Stock-based long-term incentives
• Award-winning time-off plans
• Flexible work models where possible. Refer to the Work Location Type in the job posting to see if this applies.

Application deadline

Amgen does not have an application deadline for this position; we will continue accepting applications until we receive a sufficient number or select a candidate for the position.

Sponsorship

Sponsorship for this role is not guaranteed.

As an organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for people around the world, Amgen fosters an inclusive environment of diverse, ethical, committed and highly accomplished people who respect each other and live the Amgen values to continue advancing science to serve patients. Together, we compete in the fight against serious disease.

Amgen is an Equal Opportunity employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.