Senior Principal Process Engineer - Biotech & Pharma

ABBVIE; North Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 161,000 - 305,000; Full time

Job summary

AbbVie seeks a Sr Principal Scientist, Process Engineering to lead development and scale-up of peptide and small molecule processes from lab to manufacturing. You will mentor scientists, drive robust process steps and control strategies, and oversee tech transfer to manufacturing sites while solving complex manufacturing issues in a commercial setting. Strong collaboration with cross-functional teams is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with extensive related work experience in process engineering.
• Master’s or PhD preferred with significant related work in process engineering.
• Experience in process development and/or technical support of commercial processes.
• Proven ability to innovate and influence across disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Develops and achieves discipline strategy aligned with functional goals and scientific objectives.
• Advances expertise; mentors and shares knowledge with team and management.
• Ensures quality and effectiveness of major project plans through design and risk assessments.
• Identifies emerging scientific trends and translates them into short-term objectives.
• Presents concepts and results to senior leadership and potential partners.

Skills

Process engineering

Technical transfer

Mentoring

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in science-related field

Master’s Degree or equivalent in Science/PharmD

PhD in Science or related field

Job description

AbbVie seeks a Sr Principal Scientist, Process Engineering to lead development and scale-up of peptide and small molecule processes from lab to manufacturing. You will mentor scientists, drive robust process steps and control strategies, and oversee tech transfer to manufacturing sites while solving complex manufacturing issues in a commercial setting. Strong collaboration with cross-functional teams is essential.