Process Development Engineer II, Upstream
About The Position
The Process Development Engineer II supports biotherapeutics process development by executing hands-on cell culture and upstream development experiments. This role involves planning and running studies across a range of upstream unit operations, including bench-top bioreactors, Ambr microscale bioreactors, shake flasks, WAVE bioreactors, and high-throughput purification systems. You will collaborate with senior process engineers to execute complex studies while partnering closely with the broader process development team to generate high-quality data, maintain accurate documentation, and contribute to the optimization of upstream processes. This role also supports laboratory operations by ensuring equipment readiness and reliability.
Requirements
- Associate’s degree with 2+ years of relevant experience, or Bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering, biological engineering, biotechnology, biology, or a related field, with relevant laboratory or process development experience
- Experience in cell culture, upstream process development, or biotherapeutics development
- Hands-on experience with bioreactors, shake flasks, or related upstream platforms
- Familiarity with DeltaV or similar process control systems
- Experience using electronic laboratory notebooks for documentation
- Ability to perform basic data analysis and clearly communicate findings
- Strong technical writing skills for reports and documentation
- Understanding of laboratory practices, development processes, and quality requirements
- Strong attention to detail with the ability to follow procedures and maintain accurate records
- Ability to work effectively under guidance in a collaborative team environment
Responsibilities
- Execute and monitor experiments using cell culture and upstream unit operations (bench-top bioreactors, Ambr, shake flasks, WAVE bioreactors, high-throughput purification systems)
- Operate and monitor bioprocess equipment using DeltaV or similar process control systems
- Maintain laboratory equipment and ensure day-to-day operational readiness
- Partner with senior engineers to plan and execute larger studies and experiments
- Document experimental work in electronic laboratory notebooks with clear, accurate, and timely records
- Perform basic data analysis to evaluate trends and support study conclusions
- Prepare technical summaries and study updates to communicate findings
- Adhere to laboratory procedures, quality standards, and safety requirements
- Support continuous improvement efforts related to workflows, data capture, and execution
- Contribute to project tasks and small initiatives under guidance
Benefits
- medical, dental, vision insurance
- a 401(k) plan and company match
- short-term and long-term disability coverage
- basic life insurance
- a tuition reimbursement program
- paid volunteer time off
- company holidays
- well-being benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
