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Manufacturing Process Engineer

Manufacturing Process Engineer

Katalyst HealthCares and Life SciencesChapel Hill, NC, US
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Description :

We are seeking a Manufacturing Process Engineer to join the Manufacturing Science and Technology (MS&T) team, supporting late-stage manufacturing and PPQ readiness for an autologous cell therapy product. This role requires a strong background in GMP operations, process control strategy implementation, risk assessment, and manufacturing support. The engineer will serve as a subject matter expert (SME) driving technical excellence, ensuring process robustness, and supporting regulatory compliance in a cross-functional environment.

Responsibilities :

  • Implement and support late-stage manufacturing process control strategies for cell therapy drug product.
  • nalyse and monitor process performance data to ensure process consistency and readiness for PPQ.
  • Collaborate with process development and manufacturing teams to support tech transfer activities and execution of late-stage PD deliverables.
  • Participate in the preparation and execution of ancillary PPQ protocols (e.g., buffer stability, intermediate hold times) and summary reports.
  • Contribute to risk assessments, including Extractables & Leachable (E&L), and consumables qualification.
  • Support the selection and justification of single-use systems and sterile processing equipment.
  • Review and interpret SOPs and execute work instructions related to manufacturing readiness and qualification efforts.
  • ct as an MS&T representative in cross-functional investigations, leading or supporting root cause analysis and proposing data-driven corrective actions.
  • Ensure alignment with cGMP, FDA, ICH, and internal quality standards throughout all activities.
  • Engage proactively with cross-functional stakeholders to ensure manufacturing processes meet regulatory and operational expectations.

Requirements :

  • Bachelor's or advanced degree in Biology, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
  • 8-10 years of hands-on MS&T or manufacturing engineering experience in a GMP cell / gene therapy environment.
  • Strong knowledge of PPQ, PV lifecycle, cGMP, ICH, and FDA guidelines.
  • Proven experience supporting late-stage tech transfer and manufacturing process implementation.
  • Familiarity with risk management tools and E&L assessments.
  • Experience with single-use systems, sterile manufacturing, and consumables qualification is highly preferred.
  • Excellent skills in interpreting and executing SOPs and contributing to protocols and technical reports.
  • Effective communicator with strong collaboration skills and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
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