Process Engineer IV

Sanofi; Framingham (MA); On-site; USD 101,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanofi is seeking a Process Engineer IV in Framingham, MA, to serve as a senior technical expert in Manufacturing Science. You will partner with biologics drug substance operations, ensuring processes are capable, in control, and continuously improved across the product lifecycle.

You will lead cross-functional teams, drive debottlenecking, implement data-driven process analytics, and support regulatory documentation while collaborating across functions to accelerate development and scale-up.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree with GMP manufacturing experience.
• Proven ability to lead technical projects and cross-functional teams.
• Strong communication and technical writing skills; ability to operate in a regulated environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership for manufacturing processes and support to quality teams.
• Apply engineering principles to solve complex problems and drive improvements.
• Lead cross-functional teams for process development, scale-up, and transfer.
• Review and analyze manufacturing data to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Support regulatory documentation and lifecycle management for products.

Skills

Process engineering

Continuous improvement

Quality/regulatory awareness

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Master's degree in Engineering or Science

Tools

DeltaV

Process Data Historian

LIMS

MES

Job description

Job Title

Process Engineer IV

Location

Framingham, MA

About the Job

The Process Engineer IV is a senior-level technical expert within Manufacturing Science, serving as a partner to biologics manufacturing drug substance operations and custodian of manufacturing processes. This role ensures that manufacturing processes are capable, compliant, in control, cost effective, and continuously improved. The Process Engineer IV provides collocated technical leadership and collaborates across other functions to drive process excellence throughout the product lifecycle. Join a global network that powers how Sanofi delivers — seamlessly, purposefully, and at scale. In Manufacturing & Supply, you’ll help reimagine how life-changing treatments reach people everywhere, faster.

Department Overview

Technical Science partners with biologics manufacturing operations as the custodian of manufacturing processes.

• Providing collocated technical leadership at manufacturing sites including process monitoring, CPV, root cause investigation, change assessment, debottlenecking, and continuous improvement
• Anticipating, responding to, and permanently resolving issues that arise during production
• Aiding in the design of new processes and facilities with expertise in scale-up, manufacturability, PAT, capacity analysis, and cost analysis
• Leading the creation and use of digital process data analytic systems
• Partnering with internal and external functions to identify, prioritize, scale up, transfer, implement, validate, and file new product and process lifecycle improvements

About Sanofi

We’re an R&D-driven, AI-powered biopharma company committed to improving people’s lives and delivering compelling growth. Our deep understanding of the immune system – and innovative pipeline – enables us to invent medicines and vaccines that treat and protect millions of people around the world. Together, we chase the miracles of science to improve people’s lives.

Main Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership in area of responsibility; deliver technical/scientific support, expertise, and guidance to manufacturing and quality teams
• Ensure a solid understanding of engineering principles and theories in the area of responsibility and apply them to solve a range of complex problems in creative and practical ways
• Lead technical project teams or cross-functional teams between groups and organizations; provide input and coordinate support from process development teams
• Review manufacturing processes and/or development and production data to assess process performance and identify opportunities for improvement
• Support documentation preparation for regulatory purposes and stay current on regulatory requirements that impact manufacturing processes; evaluate and implement changes as required
• Provide CMC support and guidance for product lifecycle management

About You – Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or science discipline with 7 years of relevant experience in the pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical, or other regulated manufacturing industry (GMP)
• Master’s degree in Engineering or Science discipline with 5 years of relevant experience in the pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical, or other regulated manufacturing industry (GMP)

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated expertise applying fundamental principles to real-world problem solving and providing practical solutions to difficult technical issues
• Experience with biologics upstream or downstream unit operations with perfusion or continuous operations a plus
• Understanding of cGMP concepts and familiarity with quality and regulatory frameworks
• Proficiency in process data analytics
• Knowledge of computerized systems in biopharmaceutical manufacturing environments (e.g., DeltaV, Process Data Historian, LIMS, MES)
• Experience leading projects and/or cross-functional teams
• Works independently with minimal supervision and direction; performs work that consistently requires independent decision-making and the exercise of independent judgment and discretion
• Ability to navigate ambiguous circumstances to meet final objectives
• Strong communication and technical writing skills; experience communicating with business partners and senior management

Technical Skills

• Process Data Analytics
• Process Validation & Compliance
• Biologics Manufacturing Operations
• Process Development & Scale-Up
• Manufacturing Systems & Tools

Soft Skills

• Independent Decision-Making
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Technical Communication
• Problem-Solving & Ownership
• Mentoring & Leadership

Special Working Conditions

• Ability to gown and gain entry to manufacturing areas

Why Choose Us?

• Shape the future of medicine and vaccine delivery with cutting-edge technology, ensuring seamless launches and a resilient global supply.
• Power industry-leading performance by leveraging digital, data, and AI-driven innovation – at speed and scale.
• Transform lives worldwide by delivering life-changing treatments anywhere, anytime.
• Grow, thrive, and make an impact in a workplace that empowers you to bring your best self every day, with pride.
• Bring the miracles of science to life alongside a supportive, future-focused team.
• Discover endless opportunities to grow your talent and drive your career, whether it’s through a promotion or lateral move, at home or internationally.
• Enjoy a thoughtful, well-crafted rewards package that recognizes your contribution and amplifies your impact.
• Take good care of yourself and your family, with a wide range of health and wellbeing benefits including high-quality healthcare, prevention and wellness programs and at least 14 weeks’ gender-neutral parental leave.

Equality and Inclusion

Sanofi Inc. and its U.S. affiliates are Equal Opportunity and affirmative action employers committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; creed; religion; national origin; age; ancestry; nationality; marital, domestic partnership or civil union status; sex, gender, gender identity or expression; affectional or sexual orientation; disability; veteran or military status or liability for military status; domestic violence victim status; atypical cellular or blood trait; genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing) or any other characteristic protected by law.

North America Applicants Only

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; creed; religion; national origin; age; ancestry; nationality; marital, domestic partnership or civil union status; sex, gender, gender identity or expression; affectional or sexual orientation; disability; veteran or military status or liability for military status; domestic violence victim status; atypical cellular or blood trait; genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing) or any other characteristic protected by law.

Salary Range

The salary range for this position is: $100.500,00 - $145.166,66

All compensation will be determined commensurate with demonstrated experience.

Employees may be eligible to participate in Company employee benefit programs, and additional benefits information can be found here.

Company Information (repeated)

We are an R&D driven, AI-powered biopharma company committed to improving people’s lives and creating compelling growth. Our team is guided by one purpose: we chase the miracles of science to improve people’s lives. We want to build a healthier, more resilient world, and turn the impossible into the possible by discovering, developing, and delivering medicines and vaccines for millions of people around the world. Discover more about us visiting www.sanofi.com or via our movie We are Sanofi Start a career that makes a difference. Reinvention is in our DNA. It’s what drove our evolution from a small French enterprise to one of the world’s leading biopharma companies. Whether it’s using AI to shorten drug‑discovery times or building trust in healthcare, you could be helping our teams make life better for patients, partners, and communities. This is where you grow your career. We open the door for you to explore new opportunities, push your limits, and connect with people who are driven by a shared purpose: we chase the miracles of science to improve people’s lives.