Lead Development Engineer Sustaining Engineering

As aLead Development Engineer you will be one of the key membersin the newSustaining Engineeringteam responsible for coordinating planning and performing process maintenance. This includes supporting Production and QC with analyses evaluations and assessments of laboratory tests in close collaboration withotherfunctions such asR&DProduct Managementand QA. You will be responsible for handling tasks that require quick action as well as more longterm investigations. You will play a driving role in continuous improvement work collaborating closely with your colleagues to build sustainableand robustprocesses.

The Engineering department is also responsible for Design Transfer ofproducts in development at R&D toOperations process development and validation of kit manufacturing processes global equipment management and business continuity for operational processes in Uppsala.

The role is based at our headquarters in Uppsala and reports to the Manager of Sustaining Engineering.

Main Responsibilities

• Perform root cause analyses and other troubleshooting activities to resolve process- and product-related issues such asNCs Complaints and CAPA.

• Coordinateactivities between different functionsto effectively solvequalityissues short and long term.

• Develop and implement test plans to investigate or validate acceptance criteria and performance.

• Independently performclassicallaboratory analyses using establishedtechniquesand methods as well asnewly developedprocedures.

• Accurately document and report test results in accordance with internal quality standards.

• Initiate and author deviation reports and batch investigations.

• Assess andapprove or rejecttest results based on predefined criteria.

• Provide technical training and mentorship to colleagues within the team and the wider organization.

• Actively contribute to strategic initiatives and drive continuous improvement efforts within the area.

Qualifications and competencies:

• MSc or PhD in Analytical Chemistry or a related field.

• 5 years of experience in process or product maintenance and/or quality control within the Life Science sector.

• Documented experience in investigations troubleshooting and problem solving with verified results and recommendations.

• Strong laboratory skills with documented hands-on experience in analytical and experimental work.

• Knowledge and hands-on experience with a broad range of techniques such as HPLC MS MALS and spectrophotometry methods and the ability to interpret data.

• Full professional proficiency in English and Swedish.

Personal Competencies

• Self-driven curious and innovative with a proactive solution-oriented mindset.

• Highly organized with the ability to plan execute and complete tasks independently.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills that support effective cross functional collaboration.

• Flexible mindset and ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritiessimultaneously.

Apply today!

If you believe youre the right fit for this role we encourage you to submit your resume along with a cover letter highlighting your relevant experience.

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