Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance, Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Office, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.)

Job Description

Engineer II, Plant

Job Title: Engineer II, Plant

Location: Plainville, MA

At Viral Vector Services (VVS) a division of Thermo Fisher Scientific we deliver. From process development through commercial supply, we offer the expertise and resources necessary to help clients deliver innovative gene therapies. Placed in the forefront of our leading and cutting edge Cell and Gene Therapy business enabling clients to cure genetic, rare, and otherwise untreatable diseases!

How will you make an impact?

The Engineer II, Plant will be vital in supporting the groundbreaking VVS commercial facility in Plainville, MA. This position will play an important operations support role in the site Facilities and Engineering team where they will support manufacturing, laboratory and warehouse operations in Plainville, MA. Assist any facilities/utilities activities during Tech Transfers of new products into the Manufacturing facility.

What will you do?

• Lead small operational projects.

• Assist in the development of requirements of new equipment, modifications, and projects that affect the utility systems.

• Ensure work is performed in compliance with cGMP regulations and company SOPs.

• Respond to utility and equipment related issues during production.

• Act as Responsible Engineer for utility system(s).

• Assist in annual revalidation efforts.

• Specify and implement modifications to improve operational performance and compliance.

• Uphold, define, and police safety procedures and safe practices.

How will you get here?

Education

• A B.S. degree in mechanical engineering, biochemical engineering, chemical engineering, electrical engineering or related engineering field.

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Experience

• 2-3 years experience supporting pharmaceutical manufacturing processes within an FDA/EMA environment, or other regulated industries such as food and beverage, avaiation, maritime, etc.

Experience with any of the following unit operations or technologies:

• HVAC operations

• Electrical Distribution

• Environmental Chambers and Rooms

• Compressed Gasses

• WFI, Purified Water and Clean Steam Generation

• Biosafety cabinets, laminar flow hoods and fume hoods

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Excellent communication, technical, and social skills are important.

• Flexibility to accommodate to evolving priorities and deadlines.

• Ability to be a great teammate, prepared to lead, work in, and embrace a team-based culture.

• Ability to lift 50+ lbs.

• Ability to walk, climb stairs, bend, crawl, or reach for an extended period.

• Availability to work evenings and/or weekends as needed to maintain facilities and equipment.

• Knowledge of Building Automation Systems, Microsoft Windows, Excel, Blue Mountain, Trackwise and similar systems preferred.

• Knowledge of equipment/hardware/software testing and associated protocols and lifecycle documentation requirements.

Our Mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. Watch as our colleagues explain 5 reasons to work with us (https://jobs.thermofisher.com/global/en/5-reasons-to-work-at-thermo-fisher-scientific) . As one team of 100,000+ colleagues, we share a common set of values - Integrity, Intensity, Innovation and Involvement - working together to accelerate research, solve complex scientific challenges, drive technological innovation and support patients in need. #StartYourStory at Thermo Fisher Scientific, where diverse experiences, backgrounds and perspectives are valued.

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Thermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status .

Thermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.