R&D Senior Process Development Engineer

Meissner • Camarillo, CA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Are you a highly skilled and motivated Senior R&D Process Development Engineer passionate about bioprocessing and separation technologies? Join our leading research and development team to lead end-to-end process development, scale innovative unit operations, mentor engineers, and deliver validated, cost-effective manufacturing solutions. Who is Meissner? The goal at Meissner is to be more than simply good; it is to be extraordinary. Extraordinary performance comes from extraordinary people. Meissner as a group is passionate about helping our clients manufacture lifesaving and life enhancing drugs, therapies, and vaccines. We develop, manufacture, supply and service advanced microfiltration products and single-use systems worldwide. We know that when you are passionate about what you do, its more than just a job. Meissner is focused on the development of the whole individual, and we have programs and tools in place to help us stay at our best mentally and physically. In alignment with our commitment to support the growth and development of the whole individual, Meissner has inaugurated a Learning and Development department to solely focus on cultivating our team. When you grow, we grow. How you will make an impact: Projects are heavily weighted towards chemical processes involved in different aspects of filter manufacturing at an R&D/prototype scale to pilot and production scales. The Senior R&D Process Development Engineer leads end-to-end process development projects and is accountable for delivering scalable, cost-effective, and robust manufacturing processes solutions for our R&D projects. This role provides technical leadership in process design, optimization, and validation while evaluating and implementing new technologies in the areas of separation technologies and bioprocess unit operations. The senior PD engineer manages multiple medium-to-large-scale, cross-functional projects, mentors and supervises interns and R&D engineers, and plays a key role in technology transfer, process validation, and exploratory R&D initiatives. Lead multiple process development projects, co-own sub-projects, and ensure successful deliverables on time and within budget. Design and execute new experiments using advanced experimental design principles; apply statistical and data analysis techniques to interpret results and guide process decisions. Manage project scope, timeline, budget, and deliverables for medium-scale cross-functional efforts. Drive the development, optimization, and scale-up of new and existing processes from concept through commercialization. Provide technical leadership, mentoring, and supervision for junior engineers and interns; take ownership of departmental and organizational initiatives. Oversee process validation, technology transfer, troubleshooting, and implementation of long-term process improvements. Promote innovation and idea generation by evaluating and implementing emerging technologies. Collaborate cross-functionally with R&D, manufacturing, quality, and operations teams to ensure process scalability, efficiency, and regulatory compliance. Mentor and guide junior engineers, interns, and co-ops, supporting their technical growth and project contributions. Apply knowledge of regulatory requirements, quality standards, and safety protocols to process development. This is an on-site role based out of our headquarters in Camarillo, CA. The skills and experience youll need: Self-driven, collaborative, and motivated to learn. Excellent problem-solving, critical thinking, communication, and collaboration skills. The candidate is strongly encouraged to prepare a presentation and/or bring a portfolio of previous work or projects that demonstrate relevant work experience. The candidate should have a minimum of a Bachelors degree in a related field with relevant experience (minimum of 5+ years experience) in a related technical field or industry. Proven track record leading multiple complex process development and scale-up projects. Dont meet every single requirement? Apply anyway. What we can offer you: Full Medical, Dental and Vision coverage with HSA Employer Contributions for eligible plans Additional Perks- HQ Onsite Full Gym, Ultramodern Coffee Bars, Free EV Charging Stations, Employee Discounts 401k, Profit Sharing, 401k Advisory Services Company Sponsored Life Insurance Employee Assistance Program Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Anniversary Holiday Ready to make an impact? Lets talk. This position may require you to access information that is subject to U.S. export regulations. You may only access such information if you are a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. government. Meissner is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. US BASE PAY SCALE $100,800 - $123,000 The base pay scale for this role is what Meissner reasonably expects to pay for the position although actual pay may vary from this scale depending on an applicant's experience.

Requirements

• Self-driven, collaborative, and motivated to learn.
• Excellent problem-solving, critical thinking, communication, and collaboration skills.
• The candidate is strongly encouraged to prepare a presentation and/or bring a portfolio of previous work or projects that demonstrate relevant work experience.
• The candidate should have a minimum of a Bachelors degree in a related field with relevant experience (minimum of 5+ years experience) in a related technical field or industry.
• Proven track record leading multiple complex process development and scale-up projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead multiple process development projects, co-own sub-projects, and ensure successful deliverables on time and within budget.
• Design and execute new experiments using advanced experimental design principles; apply statistical and data analysis techniques to interpret results and guide process decisions.
• Manage project scope, timeline, budget, and deliverables for medium-scale cross-functional efforts.
• Drive the development, optimization, and scale-up of new and existing processes from concept through commercialization.
• Provide technical leadership, mentoring, and supervision for junior engineers and interns; take ownership of departmental and organizational initiatives.
• Oversee process validation, technology transfer, troubleshooting, and implementation of long-term process improvements.
• Promote innovation and idea generation by evaluating and implementing emerging technologies.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with R&D, manufacturing, quality, and operations teams to ensure process scalability, efficiency, and regulatory compliance.
• Mentor and guide junior engineers, interns, and co-ops, supporting their technical growth and project contributions.
• Apply knowledge of regulatory requirements, quality standards, and safety protocols to process development.

Benefits

• Full Medical, Dental and Vision coverage with HSA Employer Contributions for eligible plans
• Additional Perks- HQ Onsite Full Gym, Ultramodern Coffee Bars, Free EV Charging Stations, Employee Discounts
• 401k, Profit Sharing, 401k Advisory Services
• Company Sponsored Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Anniversary Holiday

What This Job Offers

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