Scale Up Engineer 1
Millipore Corporation

Job Info

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Work Location: Carlsbad, California
Shift: No
Department: EL-TF-RF Product Development
Recruiter: Tina Ceci

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Your Role:

This position is within the New Product Development group located at Carlsbad, CA. The Scale-Up Engineer works hands-on in an engineering development laboratory to optimize and develop synthesis, purification, packaging and returned container processing operations for new organosilicon and organometallic products under from conceptualization to commercialization. The Engineer will design and operate, with technical assistance from other employees, pilot small-volume scale synthesis, purification, packaging and reclaim process development units. The incumbent will design experimental optimization protocols and carry out tests, analyze data, compile reports, and generate technology transfer documentation. The Engineer will also serve as the technical lead for scale-up and transfer of a synthetic process to small-volume manufacturing, supporting continuous production by providing operational and technical support to technicians/operators while themselves playing a role in production after optimal conditions are identified. Specific Responsibilities Include:

• Lead Design Hazard reviews and prepare project proposals that include a detailed scope description, PFD, P&IDs, a cost estimate, prepare concept drawings, and a timeline or schedule for a project
• Effectively lead efforts to upgrade existing processes and contribute to the development of new product offering.
• Work closely with vendors and contractors on design and fabrication during project execution
• Routinely document results and give oral presentations on the project(s) status
• Maintain focus on the appropriate intellectual asset management as it relates to a given project
• Keep detailed records and track project spending and identify continuous improvement opportunities
• Develop, maintain, and transfer process documentation to a team of small volume manufacturing engineers, and operations personnel for consistent production of committed material quantities supporting customer demand

Who you are:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master's Degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or other Life Science discipline OR Mechanical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or other Engineering discipline

• 6+ months in industry experience with chemical synthesis, separation processes, high-purity specialty chemical packaging and handling
• 6+ months in industry experience with project leadership and management

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ph.D. in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or other Life Science disciplines OR Mechanical Engineering, Environmental, or other Engineering discipline
• 2+ years of experience with chemical synthesis and separation process
• 2+ years of experience with the design & building of pilot plants and analytical instruments (FTIR, GC, ICPMS, Raman, etc.)
• Experience with air-sensitive materials handling or silicon hydride chemicals
• Strong commitment to safety, health and environmental leadership
• Should be enthusiastic, innovative, skillful and a self-starter
• Proven track record of safe work experience and safe work practices
• Strong observation, perception, and creativity skills
• Attention to detail, problem-solving mindset, and a systematic approach
• Strong written and verbal communication skills are required along with the ability to manage multiple high priority deliverables in parallel

Pay Range for this position - $49,500 - $148,900

Our ranges incorporate all levels and career types available within this specific role, and are derived from relevant industry market data. Should we decide to make an offer, we will consider several factors, including but not limited to your location, skills, experience, career level, and other job-related factors. This role may offer the following benefits: medical, vision, and dental insurance; life insurance; disability insurance; a 401(k) matching program; paid time off; and paid holidays; among other employee benefits. This role may also be eligible for short-term or long-term incentive compensation, including, but not limited to, cash bonuses.

The Company is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. No employee or applicant for employment will be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, gender identity, transgender status, marital status, or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. This policy of Equal Employment Opportunity applies to all policies and programs relating to recruitment and hiring, promotion, compensation, benefits, discipline, termination, and all other terms and conditions of employment. Any applicant or employee who believes they have been discriminated against by the Company or anyone acting on behalf of the Company must report any concerns to their Human Resources Business Partner, Legal, or Compliance immediately. The Company will not retaliate against any individual because they made a good faith report of discrimination.

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