Join us as a Senior Equipment Engineer, where you'll be at the forefront of resolving technical issues, optimizing processes, and implementing new equipment. This role is a unique opportunity to break new ground and leave a collective legacy in our Operations department. 

What you will do:

Design and implement new systems

Lead change control and management

Evaluate new technology for GMP manufacturing

Interact with the automation team

Manage capital projects

Lead validation activities, and provide technical support during cGMP audits.

Train manufacturing staff on equipment operation and contribute to operational continuous improvement initiatives. 

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in engineering/life science

Minimum of 5 years of Engineering Experience in a GMP environment

Minimum 3 years of Biopharmaceutical industry experience

Experience in applying engineering best practices, methodologies, tools, software, and principles

Experience leading a team of engineers or a cross-functional team

Experience in systems such as SAP, TrackWise, CAD, document management systems, and SharePoint

Continuous improvement mindset; LEAN experience is strongly preferred

Broad understanding of the technical/operational stages of production processes and project execution

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in process automation and system closure optimization

Experience in managing complex projects within time and budget constraints

At AstraZeneca, we're more than just a pharmaceutical company. We're a community of forward-thinkers who are constantly seeking new and better ways to deliver life-changing medicines. Our resilience helps us thrive as we innovate and evolve. We foster an encouraging, positive environment where ideas are welcomed and rewarded. We're a diverse, multigenerational team of experts connected across the globe. If you're self-driven, thrive at pace, continuously learn, and proactively take on more, then AstraZeneca is the place for you.

Ready to make an impact? Apply now to join our team and contribute to life-changing medicines!

Date Posted

24-Jul-2024

Closing Date

Our mission is to build an inclusive and equitable environment. We want people to feel they belong at AstraZeneca and Alexion, starting with our recruitment process. We welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of characteristics. We offer reasonable adjustments/accommodations to help all candidates to perform at their best. If you have a need for any adjustments/accommodations, please complete the section in the application form.

AstraZeneca requires all US employees to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 but will consider requests for reasonable accommodations as required by applicable law.