Biotech Process Engineer I - Manufacturing & Innovation

BioSpace; Thousand Oaks (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Amgen in Thousand Oaks, CA is seeking an Engineer I to support manufacturing processes in our Pilot Plant. You will provide operational support, troubleshooting, and optimization for equipment, applying engineering principles to design, install, start up and validate process equipment and systems.

You will analyze data, participate in investigations, and collaborate with cross-functional teams. The role requires strong problem solving, leadership, and effective communication, with the ability to

Qualifications

• Advanced engineering degree with multi-year experience in engineering roles.
• Proven ability to work in regulated environments with cGMP expectations.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving capabilities.
• Experience in design, startup, and optimization of manufacturing equipment.

Responsibilities

• Provide operational support for manufacturing processes in the pilot plant.
• Troubleshoot equipment and optimize performance; apply engineering principles to new equipment.
• Analyze data and develop engineering solutions using data techniques.
• Support investigations, root cause analysis, and equipment troubleshooting.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and maintain GMP compliance.
• Assist with start-up, validation, and modification of process equipment.

Skills

Leadership

Technical writing

Communication

Presentation skills

Self-motivation

Organization

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

Master's degree in Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Associate's degree in Engineering

High school diploma / GED

Bachelors in Chemical/Mechanical/Bioengineering

Tools

Maximo

Job description

Amgen in Thousand Oaks, CA is seeking an Engineer I to support manufacturing processes in our Pilot Plant. You will provide operational support, troubleshooting, and optimization for equipment, applying engineering principles to design, install, start up and validate process equipment and systems.

You will analyze data, participate in investigations, and collaborate with cross-functional teams. The role requires strong problem solving, leadership, and effective communication, with the ability to