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 Preparedness today, safer tomorrow.

 Emergent is a leading public health company that delivers protective and life-saving solutions to communities around the world.  Here, you will join passionate professionals where our culture is informed by our values and commitment to protecting and saving lives.

The Sr Engineer, Process is a key technical leader supporting GMP vaccine drug substance manufacturing operations. This role provides hands-on process engineering support to ensure safe, reliable, and compliant manufacturing across upstream and downstream operations. The Senior Process Engineer is accountable for real-time troubleshooting of process and equipment issues on the manufacturing floor, driving rapid root cause identification and sustainable solutions while maintaining uninterrupted GMP operations.

This position partners closely with Manufacturing, MS&T, Quality, Automation, and Facilities to support commercial manufacturing, technology transfers, process optimization, deviation investigations, and change management. The role also provides engineering ownership across the process lifecycle, including process design, scale-up, equipment specification, commissioning, qualification, and continued process verification in compliance with FDA, EMA, and global regulatory expectations  

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

•    Provide direct, real-time process engineering support on the manufacturing floor for GMP vaccine drug substance operations, including upstream, downstream, and process support systems.
•    Lead and execute troubleshooting of process and equipment deviations, collaborating with cross-functional teams to identify root causes and implement effective CAPAs.
•    Serve as process owner and subject matter expert (SME) for assigned unit operations and manufacturing systems, ensuring robust and compliant operation. 

•    Support and lead process improvements, optimization initiatives, and capacity enhancements using data-driven and risk-based approaches.
•    Author, review, and approve GMP documentation including deviations, change controls, process risk assessments, protocols, reports, and regulatory-facing technical documentation.
•    Support technology transfer activities, including process characterization, equipment fit assessments, and operational readiness for new or modified processes.

•   Lead or execute commissioning, qualification, and validation activities for process equipment and systems, including support of FATs, SATs, and PPQ.
•    Partner with Quality Assurance to ensure alignment with Quality Systems, data integrity requirements, and regulatory commitments.
•    Provide technical input during regulatory inspections and audits and present process and equipment information as a subject matter expert.

•    Collaborate with vendors, contractors, and internal engineering groups to support equipment reliability, lifecycle management, and continuous improvement.
•    Mentor junior engineers and contribute to engineering standards, best practices, and knowledge sharing across the site. 

MINIMUM EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, SKILLS

Due to the nature of this role and our manufacturing environment, employees are required to meet certain health and safety requirements, including the ability to adhere to the Company’s vaccination policies where job-related and consistent with applicable law. We are committed to providing a fair and inclusive hiring process and will evaluate reasonable accommodation requests for medical disabilities, or sincerely held religious beliefs, in accordance with applicable laws.

•    Bachelor’s degree in Chemical, Biochemical, Mechanical, or related Engineering discipline; advanced degree preferred.
•    Minimum of 7–10 years of progressive process engineering experience in GMP-regulated biopharmaceutical or vaccine drug substance manufacturing.
•    Demonstrated hands-on experience supporting manufacturing operations, including real-time troubleshooting and floor support in a GMP environment.

•    Strong working knowledge of vaccine or biologics unit operations, including upstream processing, downstream purification, formulation, CIP/SIP, and single-use technologies.
•    In-depth understanding of GMP regulations, validation lifecycle, change management, deviation management, and data integrity principles.
•    Proven experience with process design and engineering documentation such as PFDs, P&IDs, URS, FMEA, and equipment specifications.

•    Ability to apply engineering fundamentals to complex manufacturing problems using structured root cause and risk management tools.
•    Effective communicator with the ability to interface with Manufacturing, Quality, Regulatory, and senior leadership.
•    Proficiency with common engineering and enterprise systems (e.g., AutoCAD, MS Office, electronic quality systems, SAP preferred).

•    Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and provide on-call or off-shift support as needed to ensure uninterrupted operations.

U.S. Base Pay Ranges and Benefits Information

The estimated annual base salary as a new hire for this position ranges from $129,000 to $156,000. Individual base pay depends on various factors such as applicant’s education, experience, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.  The salary may also be adjusted based on applicant’s geographic location.  Certain roles are eligible for additional incentive compensation, including merit increases, annual bonus, [and/or long-term incentives in the form of stock options.]

Additionally, Emergent offers a comprehensive benefits package*.  Information regarding additional benefits can be found here:  https://www.emergentbiosolutions.com/careers/life-at-emergent

(*Eligibility for benefits is governed by the applicable plan documents and policies).

If you are selected for an interview, please feel welcome to speak to a Human Resources Partner about our compensation philosophy and available benefits.

There are physical/mental demands and work environment characteristics that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. This information is available upon request from the candidate.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform all essential functions.

Emergent BioSolutions is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and values the diversity of our workforce.  Emergent does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital status, physical or mental disability, military service or veteran status, genetic information or any other characteristics protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

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Emergent BioSolutions does not accept non-solicited resumes or candidate submittals from search/recruiting agencies not already on Emergent BioSolutions’ approved agency list. Unsolicited resumes or candidate information submitted to Emergent BioSolutions by search/recruiting agencies not already on Emergent BioSolutions’ approved agency list shall become the property of Emergent BioSolutions and if the candidate is subsequently hired by Emergent BioSolutions, Emergent BioSolutions shall not owe any fee to the submitting agency.