Principal Engineer I, Process Development

AbbVie•North Chicago, IL

2d•$124,500 - $236,500•Onsite

About The Position

AbbVie's PDS&T organization is seeking a highly motivated, talented Principal Engineer I, Process Development with a proven track record and expertise in developing small molecule drug products for our site based in North Chicago, IL. This individual will serve as a technical expert by leading studies aimed at delivering robust pipeline assets and commercial products. The candidate is also expected to foster productive collaboration and demonstrate effective communication within scientific teams.

Requirements

Bachelors, Masters, or PhD in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Bioengineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or related field with 14+ (Bachelors), 12+ (Masters), or 6+ (PhD) years of related work experience with strong engineering background.
Deep technical background in pharmaceutical development. Solid oral dosage process development experience is highly preferred. Must be very experienced in the lab as well as in the production environment.
Demonstration of creative 'out of the box' thinking to solve complex technical problems and champion new technologies to achieve project goals.
Interacts well with diverse groups within function and maintains strong working relationships with internal and external collaborators. Demonstrated ability to influence others across areas of scientific disciplines.

Responsibilities

Lead project cross functional teams to deliver robust process for late-stage small molecule solid dosage assets and commercial products by solving complex engineering challenges
Collaborate within functions to integrate scientific objectives into activities associated with development of new/improved products or technology.
Function as a technical expert by anticipating, recognizing, and resolving problems. Demonstrate understanding of the issues relevant to the broad organization and business.
Conceptualize and implement novel approaches using combinations of engineering scientific principles.
Design and coordinate experiments to test hypothesis related to project outcomes; extract the full relevance of scientific observations while assuring experimental quality through sound experimental design and provides advice on experimental design.
Champion new technologies and demonstrate applicability departments/business units. Implement new technical alternatives for research from literature review, industry knowledge, and extensive development experience. Proactively advise and share knowledge and expert opinions with subordinates, peers, and senior management. Mentor and train functional colleagues.
Consistently and effectively present complex technical data to large and diverse groups. Author technical report, documentation and regulatory submission.
Maintain and develop broad external and internal contacts to maintain technical knowledge as required to accomplish strategic needs of the business.
Responsible for compliance with applicable Corporate and Divisional Policies and procedures.