Senior Scientist

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Job Description

Thermo Fisher Scientific is seeking a Senior Manufacturing Scientist to provide technical leadership for the production of cutting-edge analytical instrumentation in an ISO 9001 manufacturing environment. You will support existing products while leading New Product Introduction (NPI) from pilot builds through production partnering with R&D Design Engineering suppliers and Manufacturing to ensure successful technology transfer and robust manufacturable designs.

• Serve as the technical leader for Manufacturing Engineering resolving systemic production issues for mass spectrometry instrumentation.
• Lead New Product Introduction (NPI) including system test development and technology transfer into manufacturing.
• Develop manufacturing processes and drive process improvements with suppliers.
• Conduct failure analysis and lead root-cause investigations supporting CAPA and customer issues.
• Develop and implement advanced analytics and AI solutions to improve testing and troubleshooting.
• Review and approve Engineering Change Orders (ECOs).
• Create and maintain work instructions process documentation and Device History Records (DHRs) and train technicians and manufacturing engineers.
• Review and disposition nonconforming materials.
• Design and implement production test equipment and fixtures.
• Provide technical support to suppliers.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on cost reduction manufacturing capacity and supply chain optimization.

• Bachelors degree in Analytical Chemistry Physics Engineering or a related field required. Masters degree PhD or equivalent experience preferred.
• 3 years of experience in instrumentation design development or engineering.
• Strong troubleshooting skills supporting complex analytical instrumentation.
• Knowledge of chromatography and mass spectrometry principles; hands-on experience with LC/MS systems or components is highly desirable.
• Proficiency with electrical test equipment (e.g. digital multimeters oscilloscopes) and engineering drawings.
• Experience with engineering documentation change control and risk assessments.
• Experience with LC/MS hardware and software is preferred.
• Familiarity with Python Lua C# C or similar programming languages.
• Experience in regulated manufacturing environments (e.g. ISO 9001); SAP experience is a plus.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel Word and Project.

• Strong analytical troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of Design of Experiments (DOE) process controls and statistical analysis.
• Proven leadership in cross-functional technical teams.
• Excellent communication organizational presentation and project management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing operations and the New Product Introduction (NPI) process.
• Self-motivated with sound decision-making and a continuous improvement mindset.
• Working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing Six Sigma or similar quality methodologies.