Senior Manufacturing & Tech Ops Lead Engineer

PerkinElmer; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 99,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

PerkinElmer’s Project Farma team in Boston seeks an experienced Lead Engineer, Manufacturing & Tech Ops. This full-time role focuses on leading complex technical workstreams, from technology transfer to process validation, with a strong emphasis on regulatory alignment and quality.

Occasional travel to client sites is required. The successful candidate will contribute to organizational success by advancing technical delivery, mentoring peers, and driving continuous improvement across

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.
• Travel: Willingness to travel as required for client project assignments.

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.
• Coordinate with cross-functional workstreams across Manufacturing, Process Development, Quality, Regulatory Affairs, Supply Chain, and Engineering.
• Translate scientific and process requirements into executable operational plans and CPP/CQA awareness.

Education

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

Job description

PerkinElmer’s Project Farma team in Boston seeks an experienced Lead Engineer, Manufacturing & Tech Ops. This full-time role focuses on leading complex technical workstreams, from technology transfer to process validation, with a strong emphasis on regulatory alignment and quality.

Occasional travel to client sites is required. The successful candidate will contribute to organizational success by advancing technical delivery, mentoring peers, and driving continuous improvement across