Engineer V in San Diego
TITLE: Engineer V
DEPARTMENT: Professional Service Operations
REPORTS TO: Associate Director Engineering
CLASSIFICATION: Exempt (salary)
STATUS: Full Time
LOCATION: Varies Between Remote or at a Client Site in the San Diego, CA area
cGMPnow accelerates Next Generation Therapies to patients by providing GxP Manufacturing & QC Laboratory Equipment, GxP Computerized Systems, Commissioning & Qualification, and Procurement services using project-dedicated expert resources.
With our unique project delivery methodology and owner-focused involvement, we bring new products to the market faster by providing cGMP systems faster.
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Engineer will provide process, equipment and project engineering and, at times, project management and business development functions. Overall this role will lead and support development and implementation process concepts and designs on technically complex capital projects for the FDA & EU regulated Advanced Therapeutic industries. This person must be an energetic, self-motivated, organized and innovative individual who shall possess the skills required to successfully support and execute project tasks and deliverables, be a collaborative team player, and have a strong drive to deliver results. This role covers engineering for complex cGMP manufacturing and lab facilities. This engineer may lead projects, ensuring timely and budget-conscious completion through planning, resource management, budget oversight, progress monitoring, and stakeholder communication. The engineer may also assist with proposal development, business development, and strategic planning, including opportunity identification, proposal preparation, client engagement, and project evaluation.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:
Salary Compensation Range: $145,000 - $175,000 annual
Potential Commission Compensation Range: $0-$50,000+ annual
This position is eligible for healthcare benefits with the employee base premiums 100% paid for by the company, enrollment in a retirement savings plan with company contributions, company matching of charitable contributions, profit sharing and is eligible for paid time off. Training, conferences and professional registration dues are eligible for reimbursement.
Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Other factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.
QUALIFICATIONS
Must have excellent planning skills, be highly organized and detail oriented, able to support multiple projects simultaneously and able to adapt to changing environments and priorities. Must be a self-starter with the ability to work productively and meet benchmarks and goals in a timely fashion. Strong interpersonal communication and organizational skills are required.
REQUIREMENTS:
B.S. Degree in Chemical, Biological, Biopharmaceutical or similar engineering degree required
6+ years total experience in GMP-regulated industry
4+ years experience in process design and engineering project management (or PM support capacity) in Pharmaceutical, Biopharmaceutical and/or Biotechnology industries
Experience and working knowledge of cGMP compliance
Knowledge of FDA, EMA, and other pharmaceutical regulatory standards and requirements
Knowledge and application of PIC/S, ISPE Baseline & Good Practice Guides and ASME BPE
Knowledge and experience with manufacturing process for Advanced Therapeutics Medicinal Products (ATMPs), such as autologous & allogeneic cell therapy, gene therapy, viral vector, stem cells, mRNA, and plasmid modalities
Knowledge and experience with equipment for manufacturing cGMP products (i.e.fermentors, bioreactors, mixers, pumps, chromatography, TFF, spray dryers, isolators, and vial/bag fillers)
Knowledge and experience with cGMP process utility and support operations (i.e. Process Gas Systems, WFI, Clean Steam Generators, Autoclaves, CIP Skids, Cleanroom HVAC, and QC laboratory equipment)
Knowledge of biosafety and containment control strategies, and applying these in a Risk Assessment
Ability to lead a small project entirely or area of a large project from an engineering perspective
Excellent verbal, written and presentation skills
Ability to communicate and work with staff at all levels
Able to work in the US without sponsorship now or any time or in the future
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES:
Engineering
Gathering process data and developing project requirements
Performing the development of mass balances and constructing detailed equipment lists for complex cGMP manufacturing and laboratory equipment
Developing process description narratives, process flow diagrams (PFDs), and P&IDs
Generating User Requirement Specification documents
Working directly with facilities, manufacturing, technical operations, and facility planners to layout the process needs including equipment, space, adjacencies, and flows
Working with the PM and other discipline leads to ensure process deliverables and all the necessary details related to the process are delivered on time, fully coordinated, and within the project budget
Researching process equipment providers and making recommendations/selections based on project requirements
Writing process equipment specifications for complex cGMP manufacturing and lab equipment
Writing testing requirements and attending factory acceptance tests (FATs) for equipment
Performing receipt verification of manufacturing, lab and process utility equipment.
Specifying and coordinating installation, startup and commissioning services by vendors or 3rd parties for manufacturing, lab and process utility equipment.
Writing and updating SOPs as required for new process and project implementations
Supporting projects after construction documents are issued, reviewing submittals, answering RFIs, and field verifying progression of process scope is proceeding per the intent of the design
Supporting activities of CAD and Designer support staff
Staying abreast of the latest technologies used in our industry and being aware of the approximate costs of the various technologies that could be used to solve our clients' design challenges
Project Engineering
Assisting the project manager with overall project deliverables in accordance with the PEP, budget, schedule, and the cGMPnow Quality Plan
Supporting the PM for successful execution of projects using client procedures and industry best practices to the agreed upon scope, schedule, budget and technical quality
Proficiently and steadfastly helping to manage project changes (scope, schedule, budget)
Proactively identifying project risk and managing / mitigating risk
Supporting internal and external project team meetings and generating and reporting progress against deliverables
Supporting weekly and day-to-day activities of project technical staff and administrative staff such as training assignment management, meeting minutes, decision logs, updating organizational charts, supporting information cascades
Helping manage client relationships and being responsible for client satisfaction
Quickly assess cost and schedule impacts resulting from Client scope changes
Monitors project budgets and schedules for trends/compliance to budget and prepare periodic reports and presentations
Support oversight, coordination and execution of capital and maintenance projects from inception to turnover to user groups, including project scoping, preliminary and detailed design and review, CAPEX document development and approval, construction/installation, commissioning, startup and qualification
Assisting with coordination of all technical activities on assigned projects. Responsible for having an awareness of and ability to recognize technical problems
Support management of RFPs and approval of submittals
Oversees the work of Engineers
Conduct and support project meetings with user groups and project stakeholders
Business Development
Supporting the generation of draft proposals in response to client RFPs for PM review. Examples include but not limited to Project Execution Plans (PEPs), Staffing Plan, Schedule, Cost Estimate and Earned Value Tracking Tools
Sharing with project PM potential opportunities observed for marketing services to clients and consistently maintain client contact
Support preparation of detailed project cost estimates and schedules
Author proposals for small to medium sized projects (<$1M)
Lead team efforts to develop large proposals ($1M+)
Verify proposal alignment to cGMPnow Business Plan and brand
Document status of proposals in the proprietary cGMPnow RFP Log system
SKILLS & ABILITIES:
Strong candidate will possess the following key attributes:
Team player, hands-on attitude, willingness to be actively involved
Hard working, driven, results-oriented and focused on success
High ethical standards and integrity
Ability to perform work with little to no direction
Effective oral and written communication
Personal computer and keyboarding
Customer service including attentive and active listening with management, employees, vendors and customers
Critical thinking and problem solving
Time management, organizational and planning processes
Manage multiple priorities and multi-task with frequent interruptions
Flexible in times of change and adapt to changing environments and priorities
Take initiative and plan ahead
Maintain a good attitude while working under pressure and defuse stressful situations
Work in a team environment and work effectively with other departments to accomplish goals
Work independently with little or no supervision
Plan, conduct and attend meetings in person or via teleconference software
KNOWLEDGE:
Operating standard office equipment including; personal computers, peripherals, and typical office equipment (telephone, copier, printers, scanners, etc.)
Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel) and other related software programs
Google Suite proficient (including Google Docs, Google Sheets, Google Slides)
BlueBeam Studio and/or Revit proficient
OTHER:
Experience in consulting firms preferred
Must be comfortable working remotely
Willingness to travel locally, within 60 miles of residence, for full time support at client site
Willingness to travel outside of local area up to 25% of the time over a calendar year
All other duties as assigned
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
The position requires intermittent physical activity of sitting, standing, walking, bending, stooping, crouching and lifting up to 25 pounds on occasion. Must be able to talk, hear, stand, sit and type/keyboard or enter data by using a computer and monitor for up to 8 hours per day. Must possess normal manual dexterity and eye-hand coordination.
cGMPnow is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind: cGMPnow is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, family or parental status, or any other status of a protected class by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. cGMPnow will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.
The term “protected class” refers to groups of people who are legally protected from being harmed or harassed by laws, practices, and policies that discriminate against them due to a shared characteristic (e.g. race, gender, age, disability, or sexual orientation).
Disclaimer:
The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by the employee(s) within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees in this position. Job descriptions are not intended as and do not create employment contacts. The organization maintains its status as an at-will employer.
