Process Engineer II - Downstream - Site Based, Redmond, WA

Evotec WD; Redmond (WA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits including Medical, Dental, and Vision

401k company match

Flexible work

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Evotec WD located in Redmond, Washington is seeking a Process Engineer II to lead impactful projects in a collaborative, multidisciplinary team. This role involves supporting downstream processing for clinical-scale manufacturing and requires a Master's or Bachelor's degree in Engineering with significant experience in pharmaceutical or biotech sectors.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong leadership, effective communication skills, and a passion for continuous improvement. Competitive compensation includes a salary range of $80,000 to $90,000, plus benefits.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of pharmaceutical/biotech experience.
• Experience supporting downstream purification for biopharmaceuticals.
• Ability to lead risk assessment for products.

Responsibilities

• Act as technical expert in project teams.
• Author and manage process related documentation.
• Lead investigations related to process implementation.

Skills

Technical purification operations

Leadership in GMP

Collaboration skills

Communication skills

Process investigation

Education

Masters or Bachelors degree in Engineering

Job description

About Us

At Just Evotec Biologic, we believe that curiosity is the spark that drives innovation and success. As a forward-thinking team, we thrive on challenging the status quo, learning from each other, and pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. We're on a mission to create a place where curiosity isn't just encouraged—it’s celebrated. Are you someone who asks questions, seeks answers, and isn't afraid to go deeper? #BeCureious with us and see where your curiosity can take you!

Role

We’re looking for a passionate and curious Process Engineer II to join our team. If you’re excited by new challenges, solving complex problems, and learning every step of the way, you might just be the perfect fit. In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to drive impactful projects, collaborate with bright minds, and explore uncharted territories. As a Process Engineer II at Just Evotec Biologic, you'll have the freedom to ask the hard questions, think outside the box, and find creative solutions that push us forward. It’s a role where your curiosity will fuel both your personal growth and the success of the team. The Process Engineer II Downstream for Site MSAT is part of a fast-paced, collaborative, and multidisciplinary team. The role reports to Downstream Lead for site MSAT and is responsible to support all aspects of downstream processing for multiple clinical-scale cGMP manufacturing trains employing the innovative Just‑Evotec continuous processing platform in 24/7 operations.

Responsibilities

• Represents site MSAT on project teams as technical subject matter expert (SME) and interface with global MSAT, Operations and Quality functions.
• Develop process understanding and expertise.
• Authors, reviews and owns process related documentation (technical documents, test protocols, batch records, process descriptions, SOPs, etc).
• Authors, reviews change controls including managing change implementation of the change as the assigned change agent.
• Utilize technical skills and process knowledge to participate and/or lead investigations related to process/New product implementation.
• Collaborate with impacted groups to drive implementation of CAPAs from approval to closure & effectiveness check.
• Monitors and reports on process performance data analysis.
• Ability to share 24/7 on call support activities during production.
• Apply Operational Excellence principles to lead continuous improvement for downstream process improvements.

Position Requirements

• Masters (or Bachelors) degree in Engineering with 2+ (5+) years of pharmaceutical/biotech experience including a minimum of 2-4 years of supporting downstream purification activities for biopharmaceutical products.
• Proven record of accomplishment and self-directed leadership in GMP pharmaceutical or biotechnology.
• Technical purification and solution preparation operations using disposable-based manufacturing technologies.
• Demonstrated capabilities to work with high-performing teams, drive change, and influence internal and external stakeholders.
• Good interpersonal, team, and collaborative skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English; ability to interface with all levels of the organization.
• Experience in leading risk assessment and risk management for pharmaceutical products and processes.
• Experience in applying principles of Quality by Design.

Compensation & Benefits

The base pay range for this exempt position at commencement of employment is expected to be $80,000 to $90,000; Base salary offered may vary depending on the individual’s skills, experience and competitive market value. Additional total rewards include discretionary annual bonus, comprehensive benefits to include Medical, Dental and Vision, short-term and long-term disability, company paid basic life insurance, 401k company match, flexible work, generous paid time off and paid holiday, wellness and transportation benefits.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Evotec (US) Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, gender, age, disability, genetic information, gender expression, gender identity, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, or veteran status.

Company Overview

Just – Evotec Biologics, wholly owned by Evotec SE, is a first-to-industry biologics platform that leverages AI/ML technologies and world‑leading molecular design, cell line development, process intensification and continuous manufacturing strategies to advance biotherapeutics from discovery through clinical stages to commercial launch. The Just – Evotec Biologics team combines deep industry experience in the fields of data, protein, process, and manufacturing sciences including automation with highly integrated and flexible capabilities to break through the scientific and economic barriers associated with the development of protein therapeutics. Our focus is to accelerate and expand access to biotherapeutics through scientific and technological innovation for our proprietary projects and on behalf of our partners. Learn more at www.just-evotecbiologics.com.