Staff Process Engineer Downstream Processing

• Job title Staff Process Engineer Downstream Processing
• Function Supply Chain Engineering
• Sub function Process Engineering
• Category Senior Engineer, Process Engineering (ST6)
• Location Leiden, South Holland, Netherlands
• Date posted Feb 10 2025
• Requisition number 2506234607W

Description

Are you passionate about driving innovation in biopharmaceutical manufacturing? Join Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine in Leiden as a Staff Process Engineer where you'll lead critical downstream processing (DSP) operations that directly imxpact patient lives. This role offers the chance to lead and improve production processes, collaborate with global teams, and drive operational perfection. Your innovations will help deliver life-changing medicines to patients worldwide while advancing our manufacturing capabilities to new heights.

Key Responsibilities:

• Drive the development and optimization of DSP operations, leading technical transfers and implementing cutting-edge solutions that improve production efficiency and product quality.
• Oversee all aspects of equipment, process, and quality from start to finish. Proactively evaluate and improve processes to optimize performance.
• Maintain advanced knowledge of standard operating procedures and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) to ensure activities adhere to internal and external regulations. Conduct Gemba walks to improve safety, quality, reliability, cost, and scheduling.
• Lead cross-functional teams in implementing process improvements that boost operational efficiency, and enhance production capabilities using sophisticated data analysis and LEAN methodologies.
• Guide and develop team members through technical mentoring, crafting comprehensive documentation, and encouraging an environment of continuous learning and innovation.

Qualifications

Education:

• University Master's degree in Bioprocessing, Chemical Engineering, or a related field
• 7+ years of proven experience in biopharmaceutical processing
• Professional English proficiency (B2 level)
• Expert-level knowledge of GMP requirements and downstream processing operations

Experience and Skills:

Technical Proficiencies:

• Advanced data analysis capabilities
• MS Office skills
• Experience with business applications and process monitoring tools
• Strong background in process validation and qualification

Leadership Skills We Value:

• Proven track record in leading sophisticated technical projects and cross-functional teams
• Excellence in analytical thinking and problem-solving
• Accountability for self and team, proactively addressing issues.
• Strong communication and collaborator leadership skills
• Track record of driving continuous improvement initiatives

Preferred:

• Experience in crafting and improving tools for process monitoring.
• Development of comprehensive strategies for operations.
• Support in developing training programs specific to the process.
• Subject Matter Authority during inspections and audits.
• Engagement in Continuous Process Verification (CPV) and annual product review (APR) activities.

What makes this role special:

• Shape the future of biopharmaceutical manufacturing processes
• Access to world-class training and development opportunities
• Collaborate with experts across our global manufacturing network
• Your expertise directly contributes to improving patient lives
• Work with cutting-edge processing equipment and systems

If you're ready to take your Biopharmaceutical process career to the next level while making a meaningful impact on global healthcare, we want to hear from you. This is the perfect blend of technical leadership and strategic influence in a multifaceted, innovative environment.

Johnson & Johnson is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

For more information on how we support the whole health of our employees throughout their wellness, career and life journey, please visit www.careers.jnj.com.]