Senior Process Engineer - Manufacturing Sciences & Technology

Catalent Pharma Solutions; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

152 hours PTO + 8 paid holidays

Generous 401K match

Medical, dental and vision benefits

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Catalent, Inc. is a leading global CDMO located in Madison, WI. The Process Engineer for MS&T supports tech transfer between Process Development and GMP manufacturing, driving process readiness and scalable operations for biologics and related modalities.

The role emphasizes technical oversight, collaboration with Manufacturing, QA, and Facilities, and hands-on support for data generation, documentation, and process improvements to ensure successful scale-up and transfer.

Qualifications

• Requires Associate’s degree in STEM with 12+ years of related experience.
• Bachelor’s degree with 6+ years of related experience or Master’s with 4+ years of related experience preferred.
• Doctorate in STEM considered with or without industry experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support for technology transfer and process development.
• Lead or support risk assessments, deviations, CAPAs, and change controls.
• Draft and review technical documents and batch records.
• Collaborate cross-functionally across Process Development, Manufacturing, QA, and Facilities.
• Support GMP manufacturing through technical oversight and documentation.

Skills

Process engineering

Technology transfer

cGMP

Upstream/downstream

Single-use systems

Data analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Associate’s degree in STEM

Bachelor’s degree in STEM

Master’s degree in STEM

Tools

SOPs

Technical documentation

Job description

Position Summary

Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, core hours 8am-5pm 100% on-site (Madison, WI) On-call rotation

Catalent, Inc. is a leading global Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization (CDMO). Located in Madison, WI, this facility features advanced mammalian cell line engineering and biomanufacturing capabilities using single-use systems to support scalable production. This 263,000 sq. ft. Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) facility offers integrated formulation and analytical services to address complex development challenges in Biologics.

The Process Engineer for MS&T supports the department which serves as an agile technical services organization supporting process and technology transfer between Process Development (internal and external) and at-scale GMP manufacturing. The Technology Transfer groups (Upstream and Downstream) act as the primary technical liaisons, ensuring successful transfer and execution of biologic processes across a range of modalities, including monoclonal antibodies, fusion proteins, enzymes, mRNA, and emerging technologies. Department responsibilities include process modeling, facility fit assessments, initial bill-of-materials development, and evaluation of equipment and consumables, as well as authoring and supporting critical manufacturing documentation such as gap assessments, technical reports, product impact assessments, and batch records. MS&T also provides hands-on process readiness and execution support to enable robust, compliant, and scalable manufacturing operations.

Role

Downstream Tech Transfer Duties

• Provide technical support to Manufacturing, leading facility fit, equipment alignment, and technology transfer of biologic processes from Process Development and external clients.
• Evaluate and recommend process and equipment improvements while supporting technology transfer for both internally and externally developed manufacturing processes.
• Execute technical work plans and schedules, including data generation and entry, in collaboration with supervisors or senior team members.
• Perform engineering and process calculations to support development, tech transfer, and GMP manufacturing programs.
• Draft, author, and review technical documentation, including development reports, technical transfer reports, batch production records, engineering specifications, and summary reports.
• Conduct parallel technical reviews of laboratory and engineering documentation to ensure accuracy, completeness, and regulatory compliance.
• Support GMP manufacturing through technical oversight, batch documentation authoring, and close collaboration with Manufacturing teams.
• Lead or support risk assessments, gap analyses, deviations, change controls, and CAPAs, including root cause analysis and impact assessment.
• Evaluate existing processes and identify process or equipment improvement opportunities to enhance efficiency, consistency, and operational competitiveness.
• Compile, analyze, and communicate process and project data, including status reporting, trend analysis, and internal or client-facing presentations.
• Partner cross-functionally with Process Development, Manufacturing, Quality Assurance, Quality Control, Supply Chain, Project Management, Facilities, and other stakeholders to enable effective process transfer and sustainment.
• Support strategic alignment and knowledge sharing across sites, including coordination with Madison and other Catalent Biologics locations.
• Participate in client meetings, providing technical expertise and program support.
• Train, mentor, and coach junior staff on laboratory, manufacturing, and engineering principles; serve as a subject matter expert.
• Other duties as assigned.

The Candidate

• Must have a minimum of Associate’s degree in STEM with 12+ years of related experience.
• It is preferred to have a STEM related Bachelor’s and 6+ years of experience OR Master’s with at least 4+ years of related experience.
• Would consider a Doctorate in STEM without formal industry experience.
• Related experience encompasses mRNA product development experience, mRNA manufacturing, protein therapeutics MFG, and late stage/commercial MFG.
• Demonstrated experience authoring, revising, and reviewing technical documentation, including reports, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and batch production records, supported by statistical data analysis and reporting.
• Proven leadership experience managing and mentoring staff, including cross-functional training, personnel development, and organizational team support.
• Hands-on experience investigating, resolving, and closing deviations, OOS events, change controls, and CAPAs in a cGMP-regulated environment.
• Technical subject matter expertise in upstream (e.g., mammalian cell culture, IVT) and/or downstream biologics manufacturing processes (e.g., filtration, chromatography, TFF, viral filtration), including facility fit, process scaling, and technology transfer across cGMP production scales.
• Operational engineering experience supporting late-phase, PPQ, and commercial programs, including design, onboarding, qualification, operation, and troubleshooting of single-use systems, consumables, and manufacturing equipment for biologics and molecular therapeutics.

Physical Requirements

Individual must be able to see, hear, read, and write clear English. Frequent sitting, standing, walking, reading of written documents and use of computer monitor screen, reaching with hands and arms, talking, writing, listening. Occasional stooping, kneeling, crouching, bending, carrying, grasping. Frequent lifting and/or moving up to 10 pounds and occasional lifting and/or moving up to 50 pounds. Must comply with EHS responsibilities.

Benefits

• 152 hours of PTO + 8 paid holidays
• Generous 401K match
• Medical, dental and vision benefits
• Tuition Reimbursement - Let us help you finish your degree or start a new degree!

Company Culture

Why you should join Catalent: Defined career path and annual performance review and feedback process Diverse, inclusive culture Potential for career growth on an expanding team within an organization dedicated to preserving and bettering lives.

Equal Opportunity

Catalent is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and veterans.

Accommodation

If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, you may submit your request by sending an email, and confirming your request for an accommodation and include the job number, title and location to [e-mail]. This option is reserved for individuals who require accommodation due to a disability. Information received will be processed by a U.S. Catalent employee and then routed to a local recruiter who will provide assistance to ensure appropriate consideration in the application or hiring process.

Hiring Policy

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Company Overview

Catalent, Inc. is a leading global contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) whose mission is to develop, manufacture, and supply products that help people live better and healthier lives. Catalent is dedicated to delivering unparalleled service to pharma, biotech, and consumer health customers, supporting product development, launch, and full life-cycle supply. With time-tested experience in development sciences, delivery technologies, and multi-modality manufacturing, Catalent supports the acceleration of development programs and the launch of more than a hundred new products every year. Powered by thousands of scientists and technicians and the latest technology platforms at more than 40 global sites, Catalent supplies billions of doses of life‑enhancing and life‑saving treatments for patients annually.