Job Title: Associate Engineer Biotech (JP14019) Location:Thousand Oaks CA. 91320 Employment Type: Contract Business Unit:Final Product Technologies Process Engineering Duration:Initial 6 months with possible extensions and/or conversion to permanent position Rate:$30 $34/hour W2 with Benefits Posting Date:05/6/25
Notes: Hybrid: Onsite: 34 days/week depending on testing schedule. Remote when no testing is planned Duration: Initially 6 months; possible extension up to 18 or 36 months.
3 Key Consulting is hiring an AssociateEngineer for a consulting engagement with our direct client a leading global biopharmaceutical company.
Ideal candidate: The ideal candidate will hold a bachelors degree in Engineering (Biotech Chemical or Mechanical) or Life Sciences. Candidates with an associate degree and at least four years of relevant experience will also be considered. Fresh graduates are welcome provided they have academic or research lab experience. Handson testing or laboratory experience is strongly preferred while familiarity with GMP/GDP environments is a plus but not required. Candidates should possess strong written and verbal communication skills be comfortable working under SOPs and be capable of lifting up to 50 lbs to move lab shippers. Experience supporting projects through protocol reviews or documentation is valuable as is exposure to tools like SharePoint or Smartsheet though this is not mandatory. Job Details: This position will be mostly onsite at Thousand Oaks with the ability to work remotely on occasion. Candidate should be within commutable distance and should be available to work on site at any time. Time spend in lab will be hands on and will require the candidate to be on their feet the majority of the time. Possibility of extension.
Standout Candidate:
Lab Experience testing execution in Bio Med or Bio Tech Company
Communication Skills communicate with crossfunctional teams to coordinate testing samples and schedules.
Following SOPs is very important to execute testing and remain in compliance.
This Associate Engineer position is in the Thermal Engineering Systems (TES). The individual will apply engineering principles and follow current SOPs to execute lab related testing per approved protocols. Under supervision by senior personnel the individual will set up a variety of equipment and instruments conduct experimental studies and document the results following SOPs.
Responsibilities
Execute all lab related testing per test protocols in accordance with operating standards SOPs and regulatory requirements while understanding safety precautions
Operate all lab equipment e.g. Vibration Systems Environmental Chambers and Vacuum Systems
Responsible for planning and scheduling all lab related activities such equipment calibration maintenance lab tour etc.
Manage lab budget/expense and supply inventory levels to satisfy testing demand
Able to troubleshoot and perform general maintenance on equipment to keep a test running
Collaborate with crossfunctional teams (i.e. Research and Development QA/QC Supply Chain Maintenance Manufacturing Regulatory) on protocol review testing preparation change control process deviation & CAPA and controlled documentation
Ensure cGMP and regulatory compliance are met
Assist Engineers with internal experiments and studies; provide guidance on test method to be used
Able to lift up to 60 lbs repeatedly without assistance
Proficient in MS Office Suite (Excel Word Visio PPT etc)
Qualification:
Engineering or Science degree: biotechnology chemical or mechanical preferred;
Prior lab/manufacturing/production experience/knowledge in GMP/GLP environment;
Evidence of completing engineering tasks according to SOPs or instructions;
Knowledge of industry testing standards i.e. ASTM and ISTA is a plus;
Experience in the BioTech or Pharmaceutical Industry preferred;
Good oral/written communication skills;
Ability to prioritize tasks and maintain functionality in the lab
Top Must Have Skills:
Knowledge of cGMPBio/Pharma background
Lab testing experience/knowledge and lab management
Proven written and oral communication skills
Day to Day Responsibilities:
Execute all lab related testing per test protocols
Operate & maintain all lab equipment and manage budget/expense & inventory
Plan and schedule all lab related activities
Author and revise controlled documents in document management system
Conduct characterization studies for TES projects
Basic Qualifications: Bachelor degree OR Associate degree and 4 years of experience OR High school diploma / GED and 6 years of experience
Employee Value Proposition: Unique industry opportunity Career growth Networking
Red Flags:
Candidates who lack relevant skills
Candidates who do not meet the qualification requirements
Candidates who were separated from previous employment due to unethical behaviors
Candidates without lab or handson experience (even at academic level)
Candidates without relevant coursework or research tied to biotech engineering or lab sciences
Interview process: Oneonone phone screening followed by an inperson 1:610 person group interview
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