Downstream Pilot Dev Engineer II – Innovate

Biogen; North Carolina; On-site; USD 73,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, & Life

Fitness reimbursement

Paid time off + holidays

Parental leave

401(k) with company match

Employee stock purchase plan

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Resource Groups

Job summary

Biogen is seeking an Engineer II to join the downstream pilot development laboratory in Research Triangle Park, NC. You will design, execute, and analyze pilot-scale experiments, document results, and maintain laboratory equipment, contributing to scalable biomanufacturing processes.

You’ll collaborate with cross-functional teams, present findings to project groups, and uphold rigorous safety standards as part of a dynamic BioATMP Development team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in STEM from an accredited college or university.
• 0–2 years of related experience.
• Ability to work collaboratively within cross-functional teams.
• Proficiency in laboratory equipment maintenance and operation.
• Familiarity with laboratory safety protocols and guidelines.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot equipment issues.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and execute experiments in Biogen’s downstream pilot laboratory with guidance from your supervisor.
• Document experimental results and techniques in laboratory notebooks and compile detailed reports.
• Analyze data from pilot-scale experiments.
• Maintain and operate laboratory equipment, performing routine maintenance and troubleshooting as needed.
• Order laboratory supplies to ensure the smooth operation of the pilot laboratory.
• Present experimental findings to the pilot development teams and to the broader protein development organization.
• Attend departmental meetings to communicate progress and collaborate on project goals.
• Follow all laboratory safety guidelines.
• Collaborate with manufacturing-focused teams such as site automation and engineering to solve complex problems.

Skills

Lab equipment operation

Cross-functional collaboration

Safety protocols

Problem solving

Documentation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in STEM

Tools

Laboratory maintenance tools

Job description

Biogen is seeking an Engineer II to join the downstream pilot development laboratory in Research Triangle Park, NC. You will design, execute, and analyze pilot-scale experiments, document results, and maintain laboratory equipment, contributing to scalable biomanufacturing processes.

You’ll collaborate with cross-functional teams, present findings to project groups, and uphold rigorous safety standards as part of a dynamic BioATMP Development team.