Thermal Engineering - Lab Engineer

Amgen SA; Thousand Oaks (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock-based long-term incentives

Total Rewards Plan

Flexible work models where possible

Retirement and savings plan

Job summary

Amgen is seeking a Thermal Engineer - Lab Engineer to join the Thermal Engineering group within Combination Product Operations. The role supports laboratory operations, ensures compliant testing, and maintains equipment while coordinating calibration and vendor services.

You will assist with validation and qualification activities and work with cross-functional teams to improve processes. The position emphasizes GMP adherence, safety, and effective communication.

Qualifications

• Requires advanced degree or equivalent engineering experience.
• Experience in laboratory operations and equipment maintenance preferred.
• Strong communication, organization, and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Execute laboratory testing per approved protocols and safety guidelines.
• Operate and maintain laboratory testing equipment (compression testers, vibration systems, environmental chambers, vacuum systems).
• Schedule and coordinate calibration, maintenance, and vendor visits.
• Support with equipment validation and thermal shipping qualification activities.
• Collaborate with R&D, QA/QC, Supply Chain, Maintenance, Manufacturing, and Regulatory on change control and documentation.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Cross-functional teamwork

Technical troubleshooting

Education

Master’s degree

Bachelor’s degree + 2 years engineering

Associate’s degree + 6 years engineering

High school diploma/GED + 8 years engineering

Tools

SAP

Maximo

Microsoft Office

CDOCS

Efinity (Ariba)

Smartsheet

Job description

Join Amgen’s Mission of Serving Patients

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. 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.

Thermal Engineering - Lab Engineer

What you will do

Let’s do this! Let’s change the world!

This Engineer position is part of the Thermal Engineering group within Combination Product Operations. The successful candidate will support laboratory operations by performing and maintaining compliant testing activities in alignment with GMP, safety, and regulatory requirements. Responsibilities include operating, troubleshooting, and maintaining laboratory testing equipment; coordinating maintenance, calibration, and vendor services; and assisting with equipment validation and thermal shipping qualification activities. This role works closely with cross-functional teams to support testing, change control, documentation, and continuous process improvement, while ensuring timely and transparent communication on equipment status and readiness.

Responsibilities

• Execute laboratory testing in accordance with approved test protocols, operating standards, SOPs, regulatory requirements, and applicable safety procedures.
• Operate and support laboratory testing equipment, including compression testers, vibration systems, environmental chambers, vacuum systems, and drop testers.
• Plan, schedule, and coordinate laboratory maintenance activities, including equipment calibration, troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and vendor visits.
• Troubleshoot and perform routine maintenance on laboratory equipment to ensure uninterrupted test execution.
• Collaborate with cross-functional partners (R&D, QA/QC, Supply Chain, Maintenance, Manufacturing, and Regulatory) on protocol review, test preparation, change control, deviations, CAPAs, and controlled documentation.
• Support engineers with internal experiments and studies by providing guidance on appropriate test methods and execution.
• Apply engineering and project management principles to support qualification of thermal shipping systems and temperature monitoring devices in compliance with GMP requirements.
• Coordinate and communicate effectively with internal stakeholders and external vendors to organize maintenance and service activities.
• Adhere to and demonstrate working knowledge of Amgen EHS&S policies and procedures.
• Work effectively within Amgen’s external vendor and contractor management processes.
• Safely operate forklift equipment as required.
• Perform physical tasks including lifting objects up to 60 pounds.
• Lead or support equipment procurement projects and provide regular status updates on vendor performance and project progress.
• Drive laboratory improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, reliability, and compliance.
• Maintain clear, timely communication with the team regarding laboratory equipment status, availability, and issues.

What we expect of you

We are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. The dynamic professional we seek is an individual with these qualifications.

Basic Qualifications:

Master’s degree
OR
Bachelor’s degree and 2 years of Engineering experience
OR
Associate’s degree and 6 years of Engineering experience
OR
High school diploma / GED and 8 years of Engineering experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Laboratory operations experience preferred, particularly within biotechnology, biomedical, chemical, or mechanical disciplines.
• Relevant experience in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry, with demonstrated success in equipment maintenance, troubleshooting, vendor management, and test execution.
• Strong organizational, project management, and written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated capability in technical presentations, issue analysis, and problem-solving.
• Proven ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with technically and culturally diverse teams, influence stakeholders toward common goals, and deliver high-quality results under aggressive timelines.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities concurrently in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with Maximo Work Order process and EHS&S requirements.
• Proficiency with relevant systems and software, including SAP, Maximo, Microsoft Office (Visio, Excel, Word, PowerPoint), CDOCS, Efinity (Ariba), Smartsheet, and related tools.

What you can expect of us

As we work to develop treatments that take care of others, we also work to care for your professional and personal growth and well-being. From our competitive benefits to our collaborative culture, we’ll support your journey every step of the way.

The expected annual salary range for this role in the U.S. (excluding Puerto Rico) is posted. Actual salary will vary based on several factors including but not limited to, relevant skills, experience, and qualifications.

In addition to the base salary, Amgen offers a Total Rewards Plan, based on eligibility, comprising of health and welfare plans for staff and eligible dependents, financial plans with opportunities to save towards retirement or other goals, work/life balance, and career development opportunities that may include:

• A comprehensive employee benefits package, including a Retirement and Savings Plan with generous company contributions, group medical, dental and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, and flexible spending accounts
• A discretionary annual bonus program, or for field sales representatives, a sales-based incentive plan
• Stock-based long-term incentives
• Award-winning time-off plans
• Flexible work models where possible. Refer to the Work Location Type in the job posting to see if this applies.

Sponsorship

Sponsorship for this role is not guaranteed.

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As an organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for people around the world, Amgen fosters an inclusive environment of diverse, ethical, committed and highly accomplished people who respect each other and live the Amgen values to continue advancing science to serve patients. Together, we compete in the fight against serious disease.

Amgen is an Equal Opportunity employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.