Specialist, Bioprocess Engineer

Merck & Co.; Millsboro (DE); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Merck & Co. is seeking a BioTechnology Solutions (BTS) Specialist and manufacturing process engineer to join the BTS Americas Strategic Projects team within Animal Health.

This individual contributor will support regional vaccine technology assessments, transfers, and associated activities, partnering with Manufacturing, Quality, Regulatory Affairs, and Production Planning to ensure compliant, efficient transfer execution and stable process performance at receiving sites.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years in biopharmaceutical, antigen, or vaccine manufacturing or tech transfer.
• Working knowledge of upstream, downstream, fill-finish and lyophilization bioprocessing and process parameter control.
• Experience in a regulated (GxP) environment with data integrity focus.
• Ability to support investigations and apply basic risk tools (e.g., FMEA).

Responsibilities

• Support vaccine technology transfers by preparing inputs and coordinating readiness at receiving sites.
• Contribute to risk assessments and mitigation actions prior to transfer runs.
• Support cross-functional technical workstreams to enable transfer success and improve process performance.
• Maintain transfer packages, playbooks, and lessons learned for knowledge management.
• Assist with post-transfer monitoring, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement with sites and Quality.

Skills

Bioprocessing

Technology transfer

Documentation

Cross-functional collaboration

Quality systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Biotechnology or related

Job description

Job Description

For over 130 years, we have pioneered groundbreaking science. Today, we are driven by continuous innovation to develop breakthrough medicines, vaccines and technology. Rooted in direct experience on the farm and in the clinic, we work hand in hand with our customers every step of the way.

Our singular focus is to empower those who care for animals, helping them manage their vital responsibility with confidence. Because when it comes to animal health, no one sees it like we do.

As a BioTechnology Solutions (BTS) Specialist and manufacturing process engineer, you will be part of a world-class team within Animal Health, contributing directly to the production of veterinary products that improve animal health and welfare globally. The Specialist in the BTS Americas Strategic Projects team supports regional vaccine manufacturing technology assessments, transfers and associated technical activities. This individual contributor partners with Manufacturing, Quality, Process Development, Regulatory Affairs, Production Planning, Global Engineering Solutions and other stakeholders to help ensure compliant, efficient transfer execution and stable process performance at receiving sites. The role contributes to knowledge management implementation in the region, supports technical risk assessments and mitigation actions, and assists with post-transfer monitoring and continuous improvement. The Specialist may support onboarding/training activities and will escalates complex issues to senior team members as appropriate.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support vaccine technology transfersby preparing technical inputs and documentation, coordinating readiness activities, and assisting during execution and start-up at receiving sites. -
• Contribute to technical risk assessments and mitigationby gathering data, supporting fit-gap evaluations, and helping implement agreed action plans prior to transfer runs. -
• Support cross-functional technical workstreams/projectsthat enable transfer success and improve process performance, escalating risks/issues when needed. -
• Support regional knowledge management implementationfor assigned processes by maintaining transfer packages, playbooks, lessons learned, and best practices; coordinate updates and promote consistent adoption across sites. -
• Assist with post-transfer process robustnessthrough monitoring/trending, troubleshooting support, and participation in investigations and continuous improvement in partnership with sites and Quality. -
• Contribute to training and onboardingby maintaining training materials and delivering selected training modules, as assigned. -
• Deliver compliant technical documentation and communicationby drafting/reviewing protocols, reports, summaries, and trackers aligned with quality, regulatory, and internal governance expectations. -

Required Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Biotechnology, Biochemical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Pharmacy, or related life science/engineering field.---

Required Experience and Skills

• Minimum of 2 yearsexperience in biopharmaceutical, antigen, or vaccine manufacturing, bioprocess engineering, process development, or technology transfer. -
• Working knowledge of upstream, downstream, fill-finish and lyophilizationbioprocessing operations and fundamentals of process parameters definition and control strategies. -
• Experience working in a regulated (GxP) environmentwith strong attention to documentation and data integrity. -
• Demonstrated ability to support technical problem solving, investigations, and basic risk management tools (e.g., FMEA or similar). -
• Strong collaboration skills in cross-functional teams; ability to communicate clearly and escalation effectively. -
• Continuous improvement mindset with good organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities. -

Schedule Requirements:

• Able to work first shift, Monday through Fridayas base schedule. -
• Off-shift coverage may be requiredbased on manufacturing/transfer activities. -

What We're Looking For:

• Demonstrate execution excellencethrough effective problem-solving and critical thinking. -
• Embrace an entrepreneurial mindset, taking initiative and ownership of their work. -
• Adapt with agility and resilience in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. -
• Uphold a safety-first mindset, ensuring the well-being of themselves and their colleagues. -

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a transformative team that will shape the future of animal health. -
• Work in a region renowned for its skilled workforce, strategic location, and robust infrastructure. -
• Contribute to cutting-edge research and manufacturing of large-molecule vaccines and biologic products. -
• Help us meet a growing global demand for our portfolio of animal health solutions -

Required Skills:

Accountability, Accountability, Adaptability, Applied Mathematics, Business Agility, Cell Culture Process Development, Collaboration, Communication, Competency Management, Construction Cost Estimating, Cross-Functional Project Management, Data Analysis, Engineering Standards, Enterprise Leadership, Entrepreneurship, Estimation and Planning, Group Dynamics, Knowledge Management, Leading Project Teams, Maintenance Supervision, Manufacturing Processes, Manufacturing Quality Control, Prioritization, Process Improvements, Product Development {+ 9 more}

Employee Status:

Regular

Relocation:

Domestic

VISA Sponsorship:

No

Travel Requirements:

25%

Flexible Work Arrangements:

Hybrid

Shift:

1st - Day

Valid Driving License:

No

Hazardous Material(s):

N/A

Job Posting End Date:

10/2/2026

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Requisition ID:

R416272