Engineer, Drug Product Project Development (JP13343)

Company: 3 Key Consulting
Location: Thousand Oaks
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

Job Title: Engineer, Drug Product Project Development (JP13343) Location: Thousand Oaks, Ca. Business Unit: Clinical Process Engineering Employment Type: Contract Duration: 12 months with likely extensions or conversion to perm Rate : $38-42/hours W2 with benefits Posting Date: 10/31/2024 Target Start Date: 12/02/2024 3 Key Consulting is hiring! We are recruiting an Engineer for a consulting engagement with our direct client, a leading global biotechnology company. Ideal Candidate : The ideal candidate for this role should have a bachelor’s degree in any engineering discipline, though candidates with a fresh master’s degree are also suitable if they bring strong soft skills. They should possess solid experience with software tools beyond Microsoft Office, like SAP or Smartsheet's, though these can be learned on the job. The candidate doesn't need prior drug product knowledge but should excel in group management, deadline adherence, and meticulous documentation skills. This position leans heavily on project development (PD) and project management (PM) skills, with technical expertise expected to develop over time. Job Description: As a member of the process development team, the candidate will be focused on supporting senior staff to develop and characterize drug product technologies and manufacturing capabilities, as well as assist in the process validation and technology transfer of multiple products to the aseptic fill finish manufacturing plants at Thousand Oaks and which includes various production lines. The candidate will support senior staff in the planning, execution and documentation of characterization, process validation and technology transfer projects. The candidate will be primarily responsible for executing characterization studies and other experiments at the lab scale and production scale to generate technical data packages using complex technology, while organizing data and analyzing results under supervision of senior staff. The candidate will be responsible for liaising with various drug product teams to ensure successful technology transfer, with associated documentation, of company products. The candidate will assist in establishing experimental design, develop and execute protocols, obtain reproducible and reliable results, analyze and document experimental results, and communicate results to cross functional groups. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following: Apply fundamental engineering and scientific principles to resolve issues and evaluate effects of process improvements, equipment, scale, and raw materials Assist in the design and execution of experiments in order to characterize and enable the implementation of new capabilities and process changes such as filling, lyophilization and analytical technologies Support technology transfer leads during the transfer of drug products into manufacturing sites (clinical and commercial), including make-a-batch exercises, process parameter risk assessments, process transfer documents, and change control assessments Support development and maintenance of technology transfer tools (clinical and commercial) Effectively communicate results of characterization studies, experimental execution and technology transfer initiatives Author/review/data verify technical documents, such as technical protocols, technical assessments, technical reports and draft standard operating procedures or guideline documents Conduct analysis of data generated, including statistical analysis using Minitab, JMP etc. Development of digital tools and models by leveraging data analytics and programming skills Support at scale characterization and/or process validation runs as person in plant Preferred Qualifications: B.S. in engineering discipline with 1?3 years’ experience or M.S. in engineering discipline with 0?2 years’ experience Familiarity with cGMP and experience in drug product / drug substance manufacturing or process development Knowledge of and hands-on experience with various drug product technologies Displayed critical thinking, problem solving and independent research skills Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks, keep accurate records, follow instructions, and comply with company policies Excellent project management skills and ability to escalate relevant issues to project lead and line-management Strong cross functional team player with good communication skills (oral and written) Ability to work independently and as part of a team with internal and external partners Good computer and organizational skills with strong attention to detail Self-motivated with a positive attitude Top Must Have Skill Sets: Being able to articulate complex technical topics Excellent project management skills and ability to escalate relevant issues to project lead and line-management Ability to work independently and as part of a team with internal and external partners Familiarity with cGMP and experience in drug product / drug substance manufacturing or process development Knowledge of and hands-on experience with various drug product technologies Strong cross functional team player with good communication skills (oral and written) Manager notes from intake call- This is a drug product processing group any familiarity with this (unit operations in scope of drug product would be very helpful!) Strong interpersonal skills, must be motivated to learn, willing and comfortable with asking questions when they don't understand something and taking direction (rather than tasking based on assumption) Strong ability to think critically build relationships Able to work in a fast paced nuanced environment Taking initiative Day to Day Responsibilities: Apply fundamental engineering and scientific Support development and maintenance of technology transfer tools (clinical and commercial) Author/review/data verify technical documents, such as technical protocols, technical assessments, technical reports and draft standard operating procedures or guideline documents Coordinate with cross-functional meeting to resolve manufacturing issue Basic Qualifications: Master degree OR Bachelor degree and 2 years of experience OR Associate degree and 6 years of experience OR High school diploma / GED and 8 years of experience Red Flags: Poor soft skill Not willing to drive to the the campus on an as needed basis. Experience on resume not reflective of actual work experience Not being able to take direct feedback and apply to task assigned Not having open communication and asking questions when there isnt an understanding of process or task Interview Process: Phone Screen 1:1 Virtual Conference Call then 2 1:1's We invite qualified candidates to send your resume to recruiting@3keyconsulting.com . If you decide that you’re not interested in pursuing this particular position, please feel free to take a look at the other positions on our website www.3keyconsulting.com/careers. You are also welcome to share this opportunity with anyone you think might be interested in applying for this role. Regards, 3KC Talent Acquisition Team

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