Senior Lab Engineer - Design Verification & Test Leadership

West Pharmaceutical Services, Inc; Scottsdale (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO & holidays

Career development opportunities

Volunteer programs

Job summary

West Pharmaceutical Services, Inc. seeks a Senior Lab Engineer to support test method development, qualification, and equipment design. You will mentor lab staff, coordinate testing with project teams, and ensure compliance with global quality systems.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in engineering and at least 5 years in a regulated environment, with GMP/medical device experience preferred. Onsite work five days a week with opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 5 years in a regulated engineering environment.
• GMP/medical devices experience and needle-based injection systems preferred.
• Proficiency in Minitab for statistical analysis.
• SolidWorks CAD design and drafting proficiency.
• Knowledge of ISO QMS for medical devices is a plus.
• Leadership and mentorship capabilities are essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and validation of test methods and protocols.
• Plan and coordinate testing with project managers and verification engineers.
• Draft fixtures and jigs; manage CAD models and revisions.
• Ensure lab procedures comply with quality systems and regs.
• Travel up to 10% to support external verification testing.
• Improve lab processes and author SOPs for ongoing use.
• Maintain an audit-ready, orderly laboratory environment.

Skills

Leadership

Problem solving

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Technical writing

Troubleshooting

Mentorship

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

Minitab

Instron

Zwick machines

SolidWorks CAD

Job description

West Pharmaceutical Services, Inc. seeks a Senior Lab Engineer to support test method development, qualification, and equipment design. You will mentor lab staff, coordinate testing with project teams, and ensure compliance with global quality systems.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in engineering and at least 5 years in a regulated environment, with GMP/medical device experience preferred. Onsite work five days a week with opportunities for professional growth.