Process Engineer / Chemist (WDA) - 2 years contract

Merck; United States; Remote; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading biopharmaceutical company is seeking a Process Engineer/Chemist for a 2-year contract based in Singapore. The role involves providing technical supply support for drug products and participating in process improvement initiatives. Candidates should have a relevant degree and at least 2 years of experience in manufacturing or related fields. This position is part of a Career Conversion Program aimed at mid-career professionals.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience from oil and gas, semiconductor, or manufacturing industries preferred.
• Good verbal communication and technical writing skills.
• Attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Support technical or process activities, such as investigations and process safety management.
• Assist in the introduction of new products to the site.
• Support continuous process improvement activities.

Skills

Adaptability

Biological Manufacturing

Chemical Engineering

Communication

Lean Manufacturing

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry

Bachelor’s Degree in Biological Engineering

Bachelor’s Degree in Pharmaceutical Engineering

Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical/Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Job Description

Process Engineer/Chemist (WDA) – 2 years contract

• Based in Singapore, the regional hub for Asia Pacific (AP) and a top-ranked biopharmaceutical company on the Straits Times and Statista’s list of Best Employers in Singapore for two consecutive years (2020, 2021).
• Join the premier biopharmaceutical company that has been in Singapore for more than 25 years and in AP for over 60 years.

The Process Engineer/Chemist (WDA) provides technical supply support for the commercialization and manufacture of drug products/substances.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Support all technical or process activities, such as investigations, validation and qualification processes, risk and impact assessments, and process safety management activities.
• Support continuous process improvement activities to enhance site performance metrics and contribute to the global company technical network to share site experiences and knowledge, while continuously expanding personal expertise.
• Assist in the introduction of new products to the site and the transfer of drug products to other facilities.

WHAT YOU MUST HAVE

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry, Biological, Pharmaceutical, or Chemical/Mechanical Engineering.
• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience from oil and gas, semiconductor, or manufacturing industries preferred.
• Good verbal communication and technical writing skills.
• Attention to detail.

This is a Career Conversion Program (CCP) for Advanced Biopharmaceuticals Manufacturing Professionals (Place-and-Train) under Workforce Singapore (WSG). Candidates must meet the following criteria and be open to these conditions:

• PMETs/Mid-career professionals with at least 2 years of working experience.
• Singaporeans/PRs only.

We are proud to embrace diversity and foster an inclusive environment. We encourage respectful challenge and collective problem-solving. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.

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Additional Details:

• Employee Status: Intern/Co-op (Fixed Term)
• Relocation: Not specified
• VISA Sponsorship: Not specified
• Travel Requirements: Not specified
• Flexible Work Arrangements: Hybrid
• Shift: Not specified
• Valid Driving License: Not specified
• Hazardous Materials: Not specified

Required Skills: Adaptability, Biological Manufacturing, Biopharmaceutical Industry, Chemical Biology, Chemical Engineering, Clinical Documentation, Communication, Continual Improvement Process, Contractor Oversight, Corporate Productions, Driving Continuous Improvement, Emergency Care, Engineering Standards, Equipment Qualification, Estimation and Planning, GMP Compliance, GMP Validation, Lean Manufacturing, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Quality Control, Manufacturing Scale-Up, Manufacturing Support, New Product Development, New Product Introduction Process, and more.

Preferred Skills: Not specified

Job Posting End Date: 06/14/2025

*Note: Apply before 11:59:59 PM on the day before the listed end date.