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Downstream Engineer

Lexington, MA 02421

Posted: 04/03/2026 Industry: Biotech/ Clinical/ R&D/ Science Job Number: 26-47967 Pay Rate: 47-49.73 USD/Hour

Job Description

Description:
As a key member of the Manufacturing Sciences Downstream Laboratory group, the Downstream Engineer will be responsible for providing technical support of processes for commercial and late-stage clinical production of Biologics, including process and product investigations/troubleshooting, continuous process improvement and life-cycle management, technology transfer and process validation. You will lead or contribute as a key member of various cross-functional teams and will interact extensively with other departments within Client, including Manufacturing, QA, QC, PD, Engineering and RA etc.

How you will contribute:
Lead and execute continuous process improvements, aimed at improving robustness, capacity, and productivity. Provide technical expertise and leadership in planning, designing and conducting experiments, analyzing data and documenting results towards continuous downstream process improvement, including reducing recurring deviations, and increasing level of safety and/or compliance
Provide technical expertise and leadership in trouble-shooting and root cause analysis for investigations of complex technical nature
Provide high quality written study proposals, research and development reports, and investigation reports
Support implementation of effective and sustainable process control strategy by utilization of Process and Analytical Technologies (PAT)

Minimum Requirements/Qualifications:
A BS in Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Chemical Engineering or related disciplines with a minimum 1 year of relevant experience in a biotechnology/pharmaceutical environment.
Experience working in a laboratory.
Knowledge of chromatography, ultrafiltration/diafiltration, and depth filtration processes for mammalian cell cultures.
Proven record of technical capabilities.
Proficiency in data analysis and visualizations tools such as JMP, Excel, and SIMCA
Proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment with demonstrated capacity to juggle multiple tasks and demands.
Knowledge of upstream mammalian cell culture process is a plus.

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