Senior Process Engineer/Process Engineer II - Manufacturing

Cresilon® is a Brooklyn-based biotechnology company that develops, manufactures, and markets hemostatic medical devices utilizing the company’s proprietary hydrogel technology. The company’s plant-based technology has revolutionized the current standard by stopping traumatic and surgical bleeds in seconds without the need for extended manual pressure. The company's current and future product lines target veterinary, human trauma, and human surgical applications. Cresilon's mission is to save lives. Learn more about the company at www.cresilon.com.

Description:

The Senior Process Engineer or Process Engineer II will support and lead manufacturing process development and optimization for our medical device products. This position plays a key role in ensuring that all manufacturing processes meet quality, compliance, and performance standards. The engineer will work closely with cross-functional teams including Quality, R&D, Regulatory, and Production developing, optimizing, and scaling manufacturing processes to improve yield, throughput, quality, and efficiency. The Process Engineer will have a strong operational, quality, and technical background. This is often a hands-on role working closely with the production team to train operators to new processes, troubleshoot equipment challenges, and write and execute qualifications and validations.

This is a full-time, on-site position, located in Brooklyn, New York. It is a multi-faceted role in a highly collaborative environment that will require creativity and focused execution in pursuit of maximizing production outputs and creating robust manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities:

· Design, develop, and optimize manufacturing processes for new and existing medical devices.

· Lead process development for new product introductions (NPI), from concept through validation and launch.

· Develop and refine manufacturing processes to reduce variation, increase yield, improve cycle times, and reduce cost.

· Evaluate and implement automation technologies to improve process consistency and throughput.

· Interface with external vendors and suppliers to specify new equipment, product or process requirements, or troubleshoot product issues.

· Analyze production data to identify trends, root causes, and opportunities for efficiency.

· Maintain and update validation documentation as part of lifecycle management.

· Ensure processes comply with applicable regulatory requirements and internal quality standards.

· Lead root cause investigations (CAPA, NCRs, SCARs) and implement corrective and preventive actions.

· Develop process documentation including standard operating procedures (SOPs), work instructions, pFMEAs, and equipment qualifications.

· Partner with R&D during design transfer to ensure design for manufacturability (DFM) and seamless product integration.

· Collaborate with Quality and Regulatory teams to support audits, inspections, and compliance initiatives.

· Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers and technicians (for Senior level).

· Monitor and analyze key process indicators (KPIs), quality metrics, and manufacturing data

· Specify, procure, and validate manufacturing equipment and tooling.

· Author and execute process validation protocols (IQ/OQ/PQ) in accordance with FDA and ISO 13485 standards.

· Train manufacturing personnel on new or revised processes and equipment.

· Provide ongoing floor support for manufacturing operations, helping to resolve technical issues in real time.

· Other duties may be assigned as deemed necessary by management

Requirements

· Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or related field.

· Process Engineer II: 5+ years of experience in a regulated manufacturing environment with 3+ years process development, design, and process implementation required.

· Senior Process Engineer: 10+ years of experience in a regulated manufacturing environment with at least 5 years hands-on experience in process development, design, and process implementation required, preferably in medical device, pharmaceutical, or biotech manufacturing.

· Understanding of FDA 21 CFR Part 820, ISO 13485, and GMP requirements.

· Proven experience with process validation (IQ/OQ/PQ), root cause analysis, and CAPA.

· Proven experience in process design, optimization, and troubleshooting.

· Experience implementing process and quality improvements into manufacturing or CMO

· Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

· Ability to multitask and prioritize work, while remaining detail-oriented.

· Demonstrated experience training technical personnel.

· Familiarity with data analysis tools and manufacturing software.

· Demonstrated ability to design experiments and analyze data with the use of appropriate quality and statistical methodologies.

· Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies.

· Hands-on experience with manufacturing processes such as formulation, fill and finish, packaging, and CIP.

· Ability to handle multiple project assignments of medium scope and complexity and able to prioritize and complete work with a sense of urgency in a timely manner.

· Demonstrated experience managing third-party vendors and service providers.

· Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as be a strong team contributor.

· Ability to effectively work within a team and cross-functionally to expedite the completion of critical project tasks.

· Excellent verbal and written communication skills required.

· Ability to become gowning qualified to work in a cleanroom environment.

· Ability to speak, listen, and understand verbal and written communication in English.

· Ability to lift 30 pounds of force occasionally and to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects.

· Strong computer skills, with proficiency in the use of Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint.

· Legal authorization to work in the United States.

Preferred Qualifications:

· Master’s degree in Engineering or related field.

· Experience in medical device or pharmaceutical

· 3+ years of relevant cGMP manufacturing experience.

· Experience in cleanroom operations, including aseptic processing.

· Experience with CMOs.

· Significant experience with CAD software

· Experience in supporting regulatory inspections and audit readiness.

· Six Sigma certification (Green or Black Belt) or Lean Manufacturing experience.

· Mechanical/Electrical knowledge with the ability to troubleshoot equipment

· Strong leadership skills with the ability to influence and motivate a cross-functional team

· Organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize a variety of tasks/projects.

· Demonstrated understanding of aseptic processing and microbial control concepts.

Benefits

Competitive annual base salary range of $90,000 - $150,000, depending upon job level and qualifications.

· Paid Vacation, Sick, & Holidays

· Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance, FSA: Dependent & Healthcare, Commuter & Parking Benefits, Long Term Disability Coverage

· Company Paid Life and Short-Term Disability Coverage

· Work/Life Employee Assistance Program

· 401(k) & Roth Retirement Savings Plan with company match up to 5%

· Monthly MetroCard Reimbursement

Cresilon is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Cresilon makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.