Principal Engineer I, Process Development

BioSpace; North Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

AbbVie is seeking a highly motivated Principal Engineer I, Process Development to lead studies delivering robust pipelines and commercial products at the North Chicago, IL site. The role requires strong collaboration across scientific teams, expert technical knowledge, and effective communication to drive project success.

The ideal candidate will mentor colleagues, design and coordinate experiments, and champion new technologies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Bioengineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or related field with 14+ (Bachelors), 12+ (Masters), or 6+ (PhD) years of related work experience.
• Deep technical background in pharmaceutical development; oral dosage process development experience preferred; lab and production experience.
• Demonstrates creative problem solving and champions new technologies to achieve project goals.
• Ability to influence across diverse groups and maintain strong collaborations.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional teams to deliver robust processes for late-stage small molecule products.
• Collaborate across functions to integrate scientific objectives into development activities.
• Act as a technical expert, anticipate and resolve problems, and design experiments.
• Conceptualize and implement novel engineering approaches using science-based methods.
• Design and coordinate experiments; document results and communicate findings to stakeholders.
• Champion new technologies and provide guidance to subordinates and peers.
• Present complex data to diverse groups and contribute to regulatory documentation.
• Maintain external/internal contacts to support strategic business needs.

Skills

Pharmaceutical development

Process development

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem solving

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's/Master's/PhD in Chemical Engineering/Mechanical Engineering/Bioengineering/Pharmaceutical Sciences

Job description

About AbbVie

AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas including immunology, oncology and neuroscience - and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us atwww.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie onLinkedIn,Facebook,Instagram,XandYouTube.

Company Description

About AbbVie

AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas including immunology, oncology and neuroscience - and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us atwww.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie onLinkedIn,Facebook,Instagram,XandYouTube.

Job Description

AbbVie's PDS&T organization is seeking a highly motivated, talented Principal Engineer I, Process Development with a proven track record and expertise in developing small molecule drug products for our site based in North Chicago, IL. This individual will serve as a technical expert by leading studies aimed at delivering robust pipeline assets and commercial products. The candidate is also expected to foster productive collaboration and demonstrate effective communication within scientific teams.

Responsibilities

• Leadproject cross functional teams to deliver robust process for late-stage small molecule solid dosage assets and commercial products by solving complex engineering challenges
• Collaboratewithin functions to integrate scientific objectives into activities associated with development of new/improved products or technology.
• Functionas a technical expert by anticipating,recognizing, and resolvingproblems. Demonstrateunderstanding of the issues relevant to the broad organization and business.
• Conceptualizeand implementnovel approaches using combinations of engineering scientific principles.
• Design and coordinate experiments to test hypothesis related to project outcomes; extractthe full relevance of scientific observations while assuring experimental quality through sound experimental design and provides advice on experimental design.
• Championnew technologies and demonstrate applicability departments/business units. Implementnew technical alternatives for research from literature review, industry knowledge, and extensive development experience. Proactively advise and share knowledge and expert opinions with subordinates, peers, and senior management. Mentorand trainfunctional colleagues.
• Consistently and effectively presentcomplex technical data to large and diverse groups. Author technical report, documentation and regulatory submission.
• Maintainand developbroad external and internal contacts to maintain technical knowledge as required to accomplish strategic needs of the business.
• Responsible for compliance with applicable Corporate and Divisional Policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• Bachelors, Masters, or PhD in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Bioengineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or related field with 14+ (Bachelors), 12+ (Masters), or 6+ (PhD) years of related work experience with strong engineering background.
• Deep technical background in pharmaceutical development. Solid oral dosage process development experience is highly preferred. Must be very experienced in the lab as well as in the production environment.
• Demonstration of creative 'out of the box' thinking to solve complex technical problems and champion new technologies to achieve project goals.
• Interacts well with diverse groups within function and maintains strong working relationships with internal and external collaborators. Demonstrated ability to influence others across areas of scientific disciplines.

Key Competencies

• Delivers business results while also positioning AbbVie for long-term success.
• Builds strong relationships with peers and cross functionally with partners outside of team to enable higher performance.
• Learns fast, grasps the "essence, and can change course quickly where indicated.
• Raises the bar and is never satisfied with the status quo.
• Creates a learning environment, open to suggestions and experimentation for improvement.
• Embraces the ideas of others, nurtures innovation and manages innovation to reality.

Additional Information

Applicable only to applicants applying to a position in any location with pay disclosure requirements under state orlocal law:

• The compensation range described below is the range of possible base pay compensation that the Companybelieves ingood faith it will pay for this role at the timeof this posting based on the job grade for this position.Individualcompensation paid within this range will depend on many factors including geographic location, andwemayultimatelypaymore or less than the posted range. This range may bemodifiedin thefuture.
• We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick),medical/dental/visioninsurance and 401(k) to eligibleemployees.
• This job is eligible toparticipatein our long-term incentiveprograms.

Note: No amount of payis considered to bewages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, anddeterminable.The amount and availability of any bonus,commission, incentive, benefits, or any other form ofcompensation and benefitsthat are allocable to a particular employeeremainsin the Company's sole andabsolutediscretion unless and until paid andmay bemodifiedat the Companys sole and absolute discretion, consistent withapplicable law.

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