Amgen Inc. is hiring an Engineer

Amgen is seeking an Engineer I for our Rhode Island site, reporting to the Senior Manager of the Downstream Process Engineering group. In this role, you will be responsible for providing critical process engineering support to commercial manufacturing operations, including project definition, technical support, and troubleshooting.

What You'll Do

• Ensure logical translation of design requirements into process equipment and system solutions.
• Assist with project definition by performing engineering studies for process equipment, clean utilities, and facility improvements.
• Provide technical support to commercial manufacturing operations as required.
• Work closely with multiple teams including manufacturing, engineering, utility operations, maintenance, quality assurance, and validation to implement operational improvements.
• Troubleshoot and resolve equipment, automation, or process issues in the field.
• Apply LEAN methodology to ensure optimal and cost-effective performance and reliability for process systems.
• Develop, organize, analyze, and present results for operational issues and engineering projects of small scope and complexity.
• Apply engineering principles to the recommendation, design, and implementation of new equipment or system modifications.
• Communicate proactively with supervisor and support staff, highlighting issues and proposing solutions.
• Provide On-Call support coverage on weekends, on a rotating basis.

What We're Looking For

• High school diploma / GED and 8 years of Engineering or Biotechnology experience
• OR Associate’s degree and 6 years of Engineering or Biotechnology experience
• OR Bachelor’s degree and 2 years of Engineering or Biotechnology experience
• OR Master’s degree

Nice to Have

• Bachelor’s Degree or Master’s Degree in Chemical Engineering or related technical field.
• 2+ years experience in engineering in a manufacturing support environment with at least 1 year in the Pharmaceutical or Biotechnology industries.
• Downstream unit operation experience such as Chromatography or Tangential Flow Filtration.
• Familiarity designing, fixing, and operating equipment used in protein purification including disposable technologies.
• Experience with Tech Transfer, Process Design, and Commissioning & Qualification.
• Direct experience with regulated environments (i.e. cGMP, OSHA, EPA) including detailed understanding of cGMPs.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work with minimum direction.
• Ability to apply analytical skills to evaluate and interpret problems using multiple sources of information.
• Demonstrated ability to work in cross-functional teams and embrace a team-based culture.
• Familiarity with designing and operating equipment used in biopharmaceutical manufacturing.

Team & Environment

You will report to the Senior Manager of the Downstream Process Engineering group and collaborate closely with multiple functions across the Rhode Island site.

Benefits & Compensation

• Compensation range: $93,344.00 USD - $107,268.00 USD.
• A comprehensive employee benefits package, including a Retirement and Savings Plan with generous company contributions, group medical, dental and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, and flexible spending accounts.
• A discretionary annual bonus program.
• Stock-based long-term incentives.
• Award-winning time-off plans.
• Flexible work models, including remote and hybrid work arrangements, where possible.

Work Mode

This is an onsite position located in Rhode Island.

Amgen is an Equal Opportunity employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.