Pharma Packaging Process Engineer – CI & Automation

ThermoFisher Scientific; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Thermo Fisher Scientific is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer III to optimize production processes, deploy new technologies, and drive continuous improvement in a regulated environment. You will collaborate with R&D, Quality, and Production to ensure safe, compliant, high‑quality manufacturing that supports global health goals.

Responsibilities include leading process improvement projects, validating methods, implementing automation, and reducing costs while meeting GMP and ISO standards.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree with 3+ years in manufacturing engineering in regulated industries or a bachelor's with 5+ years.
• Strong knowledge of GMP, ISO standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Experience with process validation, equipment qualification and change control.
• Lean Six Sigma and cost-reduction initiatives are highly desirable.
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead optimization of production processes and drive continuous improvement.
• Develop manufacturing processes and validate methods for new products.
• Implement automation solutions and work with R&D, Quality, and Production.
• Manage cost reductions while maintaining regulatory compliance and quality.
• Support engineers and technicians in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

Skills

GMP knowledge

Lean Six Sigma

Statistical analysis

Automation systems

Project management

CAD software

Process validation

Regulatory compliance

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Master's degree in Mechanical/Electrical/Chemical/Industrial

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Professional Engineer license

Tools

CAD software

PLCs

Manufacturing control systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Thermo Fisher Scientific is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer III to optimize production processes, deploy new technologies, and drive continuous improvement in a regulated environment. You will collaborate with R&D, Quality, and Production to ensure safe, compliant, high‑quality manufacturing that supports global health goals.

Responsibilities include leading process improvement projects, validating methods, implementing automation, and reducing costs while meeting GMP and ISO standards.