Principal Engineer I, Process Development

AbbVie; North Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 130,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

Hybrid/On-site collaboration

Job summary

AbbVie’s PDS&T group in North Chicago, IL seeks a Principal Engineer I to lead late-stage small molecule solid dosage development and deliver robust processes for commercial products. This role requires strong engineering leadership, collaboration across functions, and mentoring of colleagues within a GMP environment.

The candidate will design experiments, interpret complex data, and drive innovative approaches from literature and development experience to advance pipeline objectives.

Qualifications

• PhD/MS/BS in a related field with substantial experience in pharmaceutical development.
• Strong background in solid dosage form development and lab production experience.
• Creative problem solving and ability to champion new technologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional teams to deliver robust processes for late-stage small molecule assets.
• Collaborate with functions to integrate scientific objectives into development activities.
• Serve as technical expert, anticipate and resolve problems.
• Design and coordinate experiments to test hypotheses and ensure quality.
• Champion and evaluate new technologies and communicate results clearly.
• Mentor colleagues and share knowledge with peers and management.
• Present complex data to diverse groups; prepare technical reports and submissions.
• Maintain external/internal contacts to meet strategic business needs.

Skills

Cross-functional leadership

Engineering expertise

Problem solving

Communication

Mentoring

Education

Chemical Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Bioengineering

Pharmaceutical Sciences

Tools

Laboratory instrumentation

Production environment

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 at www.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X and YouTube.

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 at www.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X and YouTube.

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

• Lead project cross functional teams to deliver robust process for late-stage small molecule solid dosage assets and commercial products by solving complex engineering challenges


• Collaborate within functions to integrate scientific objectives into activities associated with development of new/improved products or technology.


• Function as a technical expert by anticipating, recognizing, and resolving problems. Demonstrate understanding of the issues relevant to the broad organization and business.


• Conceptualize and implement novel approaches using combinations of engineering scientific principles.


• Design and coordinate experiments to test hypothesis related to project outcomes; extract the full relevance of scientific observations while assuring experimental quality through sound experimental design and provides advice on experimental design.


• Champion new technologies and demonstrate applicability departments/business units. Implement new 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. Mentor and train functional colleagues.


• Consistently and effectively present complex technical data to large and diverse groups. Author technical report, documentation and regulatory submission.


• Maintain and develop broad 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 or local law:

• The compensation range described below is the range of possible base pay compensation that the Company believes in good faith it will pay for this role at the time of this posting based on the job grade for this position. Individual compensation paid within this range will depend on many factors including geographic location, and we may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in the future.


• We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick), medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.


• This job is eligible to participate in our long-term incentive programs.

Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, incentive, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole and absolute discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole and absolute discretion, consistent with applicable law.

AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.

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