Global Process Engineer; Aseptic

Job Purpose

The Global Process Support Engineer (Aseptic) will support Abb Vie Technical Operations Functions and Technical Centers worldwide by applying advanced scientific and engineering knowledge to complex assignments related to aseptic capital projects and process troubleshooting. The selected candidate will develop new principles, lead engineering change, solve operating issues, and provide technical support across cross‑functional teams.

• Serves as organization spokesperson on advanced projects and programs related to aseptic operations, including equipment selection, presenting results internally and externally.
• Acts as advisor to management and operating sites on new advanced processing equipment and participates in project planning and process updates.
• Responsible for timely project completion.
• May act as lead engineer, project leader, or project contributor.
• Ensures quality and effectiveness of aseptic solutions in major projects through sound design, early risk assessments, and implementation strategies, fully aware of potential consequences of design changes.
• Evaluates and integrates engineering advances to improve or solve problems.
• Understands business implications of assigned products and processes, identifying solutions compatible with business needs.
• Provides technical direction and feedback to others.
• Ensures compliance with applicable corporate, local policies, and procedures.

MS or PhD in Mechanical, Chemical Engineering or related field with 6‑8 years of engineering experience in pharmaceutical aseptic process design, equipment selection and operation in one of the following areas:

• General aseptic processing
• Upstream and downstream biological processing
• Aseptic fill finishing

• Aseptic fill finish technology and suppliers
• Broader compounding and built infrastructure (cleanroom design, services such as water, HVAC)
• Regulatory environment and requirements in Europe and the US
• Microbial control and environmental monitoring methods
• Control and information systems used in secondary pharma and fill finish
• Equipment control and SCADA and MES levels
• Secondary packaging, single‑use systems, cleaning and sanitisation methodologies
• Associated technologies such as lyophilisation, blow fill‑seal
• Application of robotics

• Typical process analysis and troubleshooting tools
• High containment processing
• Change control requirements
• Key literature beyond regulations (ISPE, AMSE, ISO, USP)
• Project costing, lead times, control and management
• Broader commercial environment in the pharma industry

• Demonstrated excellence in breadth and depth of knowledge within the aseptic discipline and recognized as a subject‑matter expert
• Active participation or leadership in FMEA, risk assessments, and investigations for aseptic pharmaceutical processes
• Negotiation skills and ability to reconcile differences

• Base pay compensation range may vary by location; individual pay will depend on factors such as geographic location and may be modified.
• Comprehensive benefits package including paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick), medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) for eligible employees.
• Eligibility to participate in long‑term incentive programs.

Note:

No amount of pay is considered wage or compensation until earned, vested, and determinable. Bonus, commission, incentive, benefits, and other forms of compensation are at the Company’s discretion.

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