Engineering Assistant

Role Summary

Engineering Assistant within the Operations Department to assist in the process development of new or existing products. This position requires the mechanical and scientific aptitude to execute design of experiments and other critical studies. The candidate must be able to set up, operate, monitor, and clean advanced equipment. This position is reporting to The Sr. Manager, Process Engineering and based at our Northbridge, MA facility.

• Contribute to the design, development, and optimization of processes, including upstream and downstream operations.
• Set up, operate, monitor, and clean advanced equipment used in the development of new or existing products.
• Troubleshoot process-related issues.
• Adhere to process documentation, including standard operating procedures, work instructions, and batch records.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with other departments at EyePoint.
• Participate in process improvement initiatives.
• Assist with troubleshooting and maintenance of production equipment and systems.
• Support GMP operations at the Northbridge, MA manufacturing plant on an as needed basis.
• Other tasks as assigned.

• Excellent mathematical and statistical abilities as they will need to gather data and calculate optimal output.
• Proficiency with equipment, facility, and process validations.
• Analytical skills to analyze process steps and seek optimization.
• Mechanical skills to oversee the use of equipment used in production.
• Proficient in Microsoft Applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio).
• Strong commitment to compliance and ethical standards.
• Proficiency with cGMP regulations and quality management systems.
• A minimum of 1-3 years of experience in the pharmaceutical/biopharmaceutical or medical device industry.

• High School Diploma or equivalent

• Mechanical skills to set up and use equipment used in manufacturing or development labs.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work well within a team environment.
• Previous experience with cGMP regulations and quality management systems.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds on occasion.