Senior Engineer, Manufacturing & Tech Operations

PerkinElmer; Maryland; Hybrid; USD 99,000 - 122,000; Full time

Job summary

PerkinElmer seeks a Manufacturing & Tech Ops - Lead Engineer for Project Farma in Maryland. This full‑time, salaried role requires travel domestically to meet client project requests, and focuses on advancing life‑changing therapies through high‑quality project execution.

You will mentor engineers, lead complex workstreams, and collaborate with cross‑functional teams to ensure operational delivery and continuous improvement in a fast‑paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Life Science, Engineering, or related discipline.
• 4–7 years of experience in engineering or operations within pharmaceutical, biotech, or regulated manufacturing environments.
• Strong understanding of pharmaceutical development and manufacturing processes (biologics, small molecule, or both).
• Ability to interpret technical documentation and engineering drawings.
• Working knowledge of cGMP regulations (FDA 21 CFR Parts 210/211, ICH guidelines, EMA requirements).
• Exceptional organizational, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead or Support end‑to‑end program management for complex technical operations initiatives including new product introductions, technology transfers, process validations, and facility fit assessments.
• Develop integrated program plans, critical path analyses, risk registers, and resource plans; proactively identify and elevate risks and issues.
• Contribute to stage‑gate processes and governance deliverables to ensure milestones are met on time and within scope.
• Coordinate cross‑functional workstreams across Manufacturing, Process Development, Quality, Regulatory Affairs, Supply Chain, and Engineering.
• Translate scientific and process requirements into executable operational plans; ensure staff are aware of critical CPPs and CQAs.
• Support technology transfer activities from development into GMP manufacturing, including documentation, gap assessments, and readiness reviews.
• Facilitate resolution of technical, operational, and quality issues during operations, startup or shutdown of manufacturing equipment.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Life Science, Engineering, or related discipline

Job description

PerkinElmer seeks a Manufacturing & Tech Ops - Lead Engineer for Project Farma in Maryland. This full‑time, salaried role requires travel domestically to meet client project requests, and focuses on advancing life‑changing therapies through high‑quality project execution.

You will mentor engineers, lead complex workstreams, and collaborate with cross‑functional teams to ensure operational delivery and continuous improvement in a fast‑paced environment.