MACS Process & Facilities Engineer (Scaleup)

MSD Malaysia; Rahway (NJ); On-site; USD 72,000 - 113,000; Full time

Job summary

Merck Rahway, NJ is seeking an Associate Specialist – Process/Facility Engineer to join the MACS Operations team in a fast-paced, technically demanding environment focused on drug substance scale-up and GMP manufacturing.

You will contribute to equipment and facility design, system commissioning/qualification, and startup activities, coordinating with Process R&D, Analytical, Quality, Safety and cross-functional groups to enable rapid, compliant production.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Biology, Pharmaceutical Sciences or related scientific field.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities across cross-functional teams.
• Proven problem-solving skills and a proactive work approach.

Responsibilities

• Support MACS Center as a process team member for small molecule and bioconjugate programs.
• Assist in equipment and facility design, commissioning and qualification activities.
• Support startup activities and ensure GMP-compliant operations and documentation.
• Collaborate with Process R&D, Analytical, Quality and Safety to enable scalable manufacturing.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Verbal and written communication

Organizational skills

Willingness to learn

Independent problem solving

Collaborative mindset

Mechanical aptitude

Technical writing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Biology, Pharmaceutical Sciences or related scientific field

Job description

Merck Rahway, NJ is seeking an Associate Specialist – Process/Facility Engineer to join the MACS Operations team in a fast-paced, technically demanding environment focused on drug substance scale-up and GMP manufacturing.

You will contribute to equipment and facility design, system commissioning/qualification, and startup activities, coordinating with Process R&D, Analytical, Quality, Safety and cross-functional groups to enable rapid, compliant production.