Process & Validation Engineer I

Avantor • Devens, MA

1d • $52,000 - $83,950 • Onsite

About The Position

Avantor is looking for a Process Engineer responsible for multiple phases of manufacturing processes and process improvement projects. The Process Engineer implements process improvements to meet quality standards, designs and conducts feasibility studies, and solves problems. They develop and execute validation of equipment and processes, create necessary documentation and aides in communication to personnel, and serve as a resource to site associates and coordination of work within the scope of assigned projects. This is a full-time position at our Devens, MA location.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Biology, Chemistry, or a related technical field.
• 0–1 Year Experience: Exposure to regulated environments (FDA or ISO 9001) through coursework, internships, or entry‑level work.
• Familiarity with GMP manufacturing concepts.
• Basic understanding of project coordination or participation in academic projects.
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

Nice To Haves

• Experience in biopharma manufacturing or cleanroom environments.
• Familiarity with software tools such as Access, Visio, or Minitab.
• Exposure to Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma concepts.
• Participation in continuous improvement or process related academic projects.

Responsibilities

• Support production operations by assisting with basic process analysis and identifying routine issues under supervision.
• Perform data collection and assist with simple data entry, data trending, and basic data review.
• Participate in introductory problem‑solving activities such as 5 Whys or basic root‑cause discussions, with guidance.
• Assist in preparing and executing validation or qualification tasks for equipment and processes as directed by senior staff.
• Communicate with process owners and operators to gather feedback and help verify process performance.
• Support continuous improvement efforts by helping document observations, collecting metrics, and participating in improvement activities.
• Assist in drafting or updating SOPs, work instructions, and training materials under supervision.
• Provide basic troubleshooting support for equipment or hardware issues, escalating more complex problems to senior team members.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Benefits

• The expected pre-tax pay for this position is $52,000.00 - $83,950.00
• We are committed to helping you on this journey through our diverse, equitable and inclusive culture which includes learning experiences to support your career growth and success.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level