Senior Scientist​/Engineer

Title:

Senior Scientist/Engineer

Requisition

Location:

Exton, PA, US, 19341

Department:
Quality

This is an onsite position requiring the team member to be onsite 5 days a week

No relocation is provided for this opportunity

Who We Are:

At West, we’re a dedicated team that is connected by a purpose to improve patient lives that has been at the center of our Company for more than a century. Our story began when Herman O. West solved the problem of supplying penicillin in mass quantities to the US Government during World War 2. Through our work to deliver thousands of life-saving and life-enhancing injectable medicines to millions of patients daily, West’s indelible mark on the healthcare industry has just begun.

A name started our story. How will yours help write our future?

There’s no better place to join an inclusive community of professionals with opportunities for lifelong learning, growth and development. Supported by benefit programs, we empower the physical, mental, emotional and financial health of our team members and their families.

We believe in giving back to help those in need in the communities where we live and work. And are equally committed to creating a healthier environment and planet through our sustainability efforts.

Generous Paid Time Off (PTO):
Flexible vacation, personal, and holiday leave ensures employees can maintain a healthy work-life balance and recharge effectively. Inclusive & Collaborative Culture: A global workforce that values diversity, equity, and inclusion—where all voices are heard and respected in a supportive environment. Recognition & Rewards:
Performance-based bonuses, service recognition, and employee appreciation initiatives celebrate dedication and impact.

In this role, you will assist engineers and scientists with a variety of laboratory tasks. This includes performing chemical and/or physical analyses or scientific tests using both routine and special techniques in compliance with all safety, infection control standards and - in case of computerized systems data integrity requirements. You will collect, analyze and process laboratory samples, record results of tests, organize data, and prepare reports and analyses using standard procedures and guidelines.

• Perform analysis using various techniques including established and experimental test methods.
• Be an expert on performance and interpretation of the various techniques available in the laboratory and make recommendations for improvements.
• Use instrumentation both qualitatively and quantitatively where appropriate.
• Develop and validate methods for Instron and Zwicks.
• Manage projects from protocol to final report, including data release as required.
• Train analysts.
• Keep current with new analytical technology and research/recommend acquisitions where appropriate.
• Author technical papers that are suitable for publication.
• Work independently and as part of a team with self-motivation, adaptability, and a positive attitude.
• Prepare technical reports based on data from multiple analysts utilizing multiple analytical techniques.
• Prepare work instructions, SOPs, and qualification documentation.
• Design lab studies and prepare study plans and protocols.
• Interact with internal and external clients and lead meetings in a technical capacity.
• Willingness to learn and apply new analytical techniques.
• Perform lab investigation, OOS and OOT, as required.
• Mentor others and provide technical direction. Provide leadership for cGMP compliance and technical training.
• Serve as a role model for positive leadership.
• Meet individual and departmental goals as required.
• Apply required cGMP regulations and internal QA procedures.
• Adhere to established laboratory safety procedures.
• Other responsibilities as assigned.
• Intron/Zwick/or 3D Printing & CAD experience is a plus

• Lead executive and technical parts of projects/ programs related to the implementation of new technologies.
• Guiding or technically supporting customer audits in the testing laboratory area.
• Maintains current knowledge of best practices and developments in document management technologies and techniques…