Sr. Process Development Engineer– Combination Products & Device Engineer
Amgen
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Job summary
Amgen Ohio site is seeking a Sr. Process Development Engineer—Combination Products & Device Engineer to lead advanced device engineering and process development for combination products and auto-injectors.
You will drive technology transfer, lifecycle management, and continuous improvement across commercial operations. You will collaborate across device engineering, manufacturing, quality, regulatory affairs, and external partners to ensure compliant, effective manufacturing and product
Qualifications
- Doctorate or equivalent required in engineering or related field.
- Master's degree with 2+ years of GMP-regulated engineering/operation experience.
- Bachelor's degree with 4+ years GMP experience.
- Associate's degree with 8+ years GMP experience.
- High school diploma with 10+ years GMP experience.
Responsibilities
- Serve as site SME for combination products and auto-injectors.
- Lead development and optimization of automated assembly equipment.
- Support product commercialization, design transfer, and technology transfer.
- Develop engineering studies, characterization plans, test methods, protocols, and reports.
- Analyze engineering data to evaluate product performance and process capability.
- Provide technical support for device assembly, labeling, packaging, manufacturing scale-up.
- Lead root-cause investigations and CAPA implementation.
- Coordinate technical activities with equipment suppliers and internal partners.
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Job description
At Amgen, if you feel like you’re part of something bigger, it’s because you are. Our shared mission—to serve patients living with serious illnesses—drives all that we do.
Since 1980, we’ve helped pioneer the world of biotech in our fight against the world’s toughest diseases. With our focus on four therapeutic areas—Oncology, Inflammation, General Medicine, and Rare Disease—we reach millions of patients each year. Amgen is advancing a broad and deep pipeline of medicines to treat cancer, heart disease, inflammatory conditions, rare diseases, and obesity‑related conditions. As a member of the Amgen team, you’ll help make a lasting impact on the lives of patients as we research, manufacture, and deliver innovative medicines to help people live longer, fuller, happier lives.
Our award‑winning culture is collaborative, innovative, and science based. If you have a passion for challenges and the opportunities that lay within them, you’ll thrive as part of the Amgen team. Join us and transform the lives of patients while transforming your career.
In this role, the Sr. Process Development Engineer reports to the Associate Director of Process Development and serves as the technical leader and Subject Matter Expert (SME) for combination products, drug delivery devices, and automated assembly technologies supporting commercial Combination Product and Final Drug Product (FDP) operations at the Amgen Ohio site.
This position combines advanced device engineering expertise with process development leadership to support the development, commercialization, technology transfer, lifecycle management, and continuous improvement of auto‑injectors and other combination products. Working in a highly collaborative cross‑functional environment, you will lead initiatives spanning device engineering, manufacturing process development, equipment implementation, validation, and regulatory compliance to ensure reliable, compliant, and efficient commercial manufacturing.
The Sr. Engineer applies advanced engineering and scientific principles to support the development, commercialization, and lifecycle management of combination products and manufacturing technologies. This role provides technical leadership for process development, technology transfer, equipment implementation, and manufacturing support to ensure safe, reliable, and compliant commercial operations.
- Serve as the site SME for combination products, auto‑injectors, and device assembly technologies.
- Lead the development, implementation, and optimization of automated and semi‑automated combination product assembly equipment.
- Support product commercialization, design transfer, and technology transfer into commercial manufacturing.
- Develop and execute engineering studies, characterization plans, test methods, protocols, and reports supporting product development and manufacturing.
- Analyze engineering and manufacturing data to evaluate product performance, process capability, and manufacturing robustness.
- Provide technical support for device assembly, labeling, packaging, manufacturing scale‑up, and commercial product launches.
- Characterize manufacturing equipment/processes and implement engineering solutions to improve throughput, quality, equipment reliability, and operational efficiency.
- Travel up to 20% domestically and internationally as required to support project execution, technology transfer, equipment suppliers, and manufacturing sites.
As the technical leader for device assembly technologies, you will provide engineering expertise throughout the equipment and product lifecycle—from concept and qualification through commercial manufacturing. This role ensures compliance with design controls, GMP requirements, and global regulatory standards while resolving complex technical challenges.
- Lead product verification, characterization, and performance testing to demonstrate product safety, functionality, and design robustness.
- Translate user needs and design requirements into technical documentation, manufacturing specifications, and engineering deliverables.
- Author and provide technical leadership for regulatory submissions, technical reports, Design History File documentation, and quality records.
- Lead root‑cause investigations and provide technical oversight for deviations, change controls, CAPAs, and implementation of sustainable corrective actions.
- Support equipment lifecycle management, process monitoring, and continuous process verification while coordinating technical activities with internal engineering teams and equipment suppliers.
The Sr. Engineer leads complex technical projects and collaborates across the Amgen network to successfully deliver innovative device and manufacturing solutions. This role provides technical direction, manages project execution, and builds strong partnerships with internal and external stakeholders.
- Site SME collaborating with cross‑functional engineering teams supporting combination product and device technology programs.
- Manage project scope, schedules, technical deliverables, risks, budgets, and resource planning.
- Provide technical leadership across Process Development, Manufacturing, Quality, Regulatory Affairs, Device Engineering, and external partners.
- Coordinate technical activities with equipment suppliers and development partners to support implementation, qualification, and commercialization.
- Communicate project status, technical recommendations, and business impacts to leadership and key stakeholders.
- Build technical partnerships across Amgen’s commercial manufacturing network to leverage best practices, standardize approaches, and support future product introductions.
The Sr. Engineer champions Operational Excellence by applying data‑driven engineering principles to improve manufacturing performance, equipment reliability, product quality, and process capability. This role identifies and implements sustainable improvements that enhance efficiency and reduce risk.
- Lead continuous improvement initiatives for device assembly, packaging, and manufacturing operations.
- Troubleshoot complex manufacturing and equipment issues using structured engineering and statistical problem‑solving methodologies.
- Apply statistical tools—including DOE, SPC, capability analysis, and data trending—to optimize process performance.
- Support risk assessments, FMEA, and process optimization activities to improve product quality and manufacturing robustness.
- Develop standardized engineering practices, equipment strategies, and technical solutions that improve productivity, capacity, and operational performance across the manufacturing network.
- Mentor engineers and contribute to the development of technical capabilities and engineering best practices.
We are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. The process development professional we seek will possess these qualifications.
- Doctorate degree
- Master’s degree and 2 years of Engineering/Operation experience in a GMP‑regulated environment
- Bachelor’s degree and 4 years of Engineering/Operation experience in a GMP‑regulated environment
- Associate’s degree and 8 years of Engineering/Operation experience in a GMP‑regulated environment
- High school diploma / GED and 10 years of Engineering/Operation experience in a GMP‑regulated environment
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Packaging Engineering, or a related science discipline.
- Experience supporting manufacturing, operations, process development, device engineering, or combination product development within a regulated industry.
- Experience in the development, commercialization, lifecycle management, and manufacturing support of medical devices, combination products, drug delivery systems, auto‑injectors, prefilled syringes, or related technologies.
- Demonstrated expertise with combination product assembly equipment, automated and semi‑automated manufacturing systems, and applicable testing methods.
- Strong understanding of medical device and combination product regulations, including FDA Quality System Regulation (21 CFR Part 820), Combination Product Regulations (21 CFR Part 4), ISO 13485, ISO 14971, EU MDR 2017/745, applicable ASTM/ISO and compendial standards.
- Working knowledge of design controls, including design planning, verification, validation, transfer, Design History Files, and risk management.
- Experience supporting device assembly, final drug product manufacturing, labeling, packaging, technology transfer, process validation, and commercial manufacturing.
- Experience leading commissioning, qualification, and validation (CQV) of manufacturing equipment and supporting GMP manufacturing operations.
- Proficiency with CAD (SolidWorks preferred) and engineering drawings/assemblies.
- Experience applying DOE, SPC, capability analysis, data trending, and engineering data analysis.
- Demonstrated expertise in structured problem solving, root‑cause analysis, risk assessments, FMEA, and CAPA implementation.
- Track record of leading complex cross‑functional projects from concept through commercialization while managing multiple priorities, timelines, and deliverables.
- Excellent project management, organizational, and leadership skills with the ability to influence decisions across a matrix organization.
- Exceptional written, verbal, and technical communication skills, including experience authoring technical documentation, validation protocols, reports, and regulatory submissions.
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate effectively across Process Development, Device Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Regulatory Affairs, Supply Chain, and external partners.
- Ability to work independently, adapt to changing priorities, and thrive in a fast‑paced, highly regulated manufacturing environment.
- Passion for Operational Excellence, continuous improvement, innovation, mentoring, and a patient‑focused culture.
As we work to develop treatments that take care of others, we also work to care for your professional and personal growth. From competitive benefits to a collaborative culture, we’ll support your journey every step of the way.
- Health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, and flexible spending accounts.
- Discretionary annual bonus program and stock‑based long‑term incentives.
- Award‑winning time‑off plans.
- Flexible work models, including remote and hybrid arrangements, where possible.
Apply now and make a lasting impact with the Amgen team.
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