Engineer I/II

KBI Biopharma, Inc.; Boulder (CO); On-site; USD 74,000 - 116,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid PTO and holidays

401K matching

Employee recognition programs

Job summary

KBI Biopharma, Inc. is seeking an entry‑level MS&T Engineer to support cGMP production operations, process development, tech transfer, and process validation.

You will work with cross‑functional teams and clients to introduce manufacturing processes at production scale, identify improvements, troubleshoot issues, and ensure regulatory standards are met. This role offers hands‑on development in biologics manufacturing, opportunities for professional growth, exposure to cutting‑edge technologies,

Qualifications

• B.S. in Engineering or related field; M.S. preferred.
• Experience with biotech unit operations and tech transfer is expected.
• Strong technical writing and communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Provides engineering support during process development and tech transfer by evaluating and influencing process implementation strategies.
• Monitors process performance in manufacturing and leads process troubleshooting efforts.
• Authors technical documents including product impact assessments, product campaign summaries and CPV reports.
• Established expertise in biotech unit operations.
• Ability to apply engineering skills to solve problems of moderate scope and determine when additional technical resources are required.
• Strong technical writing and communication skills.
• Works based on general guidance from a supervisor to resolve technical problems of moderate scope and complexity.
• Plans and conducts own work.
• Receives technical guidance for unusual or complex problems; supervisor approves proposed project plans.
• Sets priorities and leads initiatives and/or projects within function.
• Represents PD in providing technical solutions for specific projects.

Skills

B.S. in Engineering

M.S. in Engineering or related

Education

B.S. in Engineering or related field

M.S. in Engineering or related field or B.S. + 3+ years

Job description

This role offers an exciting opportunity for an entry level engineer to impact efficiency, quality, and innovation within biologics processing at a KBI Biopharma. As an MS&T Engineer, you will be pivotal in supporting cGMP production operations through application of engineering principles to technology transfer, existing manufacturing processes, and process validation. This role offers opportunities for hands‑on development of biologics manufacturing knowledge, skills, and expertise. Working closely with cross‑functional teams and directly engaging with clients, you will support the introduction of manufacturing processes at production scale, identify and implement process improvements, troubleshoot technical issues, and ensure that client and regulatory standards are consistently met. This position is ideal for an engineer with a background in chemical and biological engineering, who thrives in a collaborative environment and is committed to driving excellence in manufacturing science and technology. This role offers opportunities for professional growth, exposure to cutting‑edge technologies, and a dynamic work environment where your contributions will directly influence production success and client satisfaction. This role applies engineering skills to process engineering projects in support of process development, process transfer, and clinical/commercial manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Provides engineering support during process development and tech transfer by evaluating and influencing process implementation strategies.
• Monitors process performance in manufacturing and leads process troubleshooting efforts.
• Authors technical documents including product impact assessments, product campaign summaries and/or CPV reports.
• Established expertise in biotech unit operations.
• Ability to apply engineering skills to solve problems of moderate scope and the ability to determine when additional technical resources are required.
• Strong technical writing and communication skills.
• Works based on general guidance from a supervisor to resolve technical problems of moderate scope and complexity.
• Plans and conducts own work.
• Receives technical guidance for unusual or complex problems, supervisor approves proposed project plans.
• Sets priorities and leads initiatives and/or projects within function.
• Represents PD in providing technical solutions for specific projects.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• ENG I: B.S. in Engineering or related field (ENG I)
• ENG II: M.S. in Engineering or related field, or B.S. and 3+ years relevant experience

Salary Range: Engineer I: $74,000-$112,000 Engineer II: $84,000 - $115,500 Salary range provided per current averages and expectations. The salary and job title for this opening will be based on the selected candidate’s qualifications and experience and may be outside this range.

KBI has a robust total rewards strategy which includes an annual bonus structure for all employees, medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid PTO and holidays, 401K matching with 100% vesting in 60 days and employee recognition programs.

KBI Biopharma, Inc. is an EEO/AA employer and actively seeks to diversify its work force. Therefore, all qualified applicants, regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability or veteran status, are strongly encouraged to apply.

At KBI, we are constantly seeking to improve our team with accomplished individuals who share in our commitment to serve our clients as they seek to advance important medicines to the patients who need them.

We offer our employees a challenging, rewarding and fast‑paced environment along with the opportunity for career advancement through the development of one’s technical skills.

At KBI, employees work in a collaborative, team environment, where sharing knowledge and expertise with one another is strongly encouraged.

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