Engineer - System Owner
Amgen
Summary
In this role, the Line Owner/System Owner must work under general supervision, owns all the technical aspects in a manufacturing line. The processes the SO/LO Engineer shall be familiar with are: characterization of process optimization strategies and/or solving problems of operational issues in the packaging operations, manufacturing, pilot technologies or capital projects. Applies basic engineering principles to the design and implementation of system modifications, experiments and/or capital projects. Organizes, analyzes and presents interpretation of results for operational issues or engineering projects of minor scope and complexity. As a technical resource of an area, System owner / Line Owner Engineer shall interact and provide direction to technical resources such as Mechanics, Automation Techs and IS teams. At the same time, the System Owner/Line Owner Engineer shall be able to define designs requirement to the service providers to fulfill area technical and equipment needs.
Job description
Specific responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Provide solutions to a variety of technical problems of moderate scope and complexity.
- Under general supervision will evaluate, select and apply standard engineering techniques and procedures. Assistance given for unusual problems.
- Perform assignments that have clear and specific objectives and require investigation of limited number of variables.
- Initiate and complete routine technical tasks.
Operations Engineering:
- Function as a technical specialist to equipment or systems regarding problem solving operations.
- Frequently become actively involved in daily operations when required to meet schedules or to resolve problems.
- Routinely audit the operational performance and regulatory compliance of a moderate number of equipment items or systems of complexity.
- Work with research, manufacturing, maintenance, process development, utilities, facilities, quality assurance and/or validation departments in developing requirements and recommendations for system modifications.
Design Engineering:
- Work under the direct supervision of project managers to complete design, engineering, and construction projects within schedule and budget constraints.
- Work with consultants, architects and engineering firms on development of standard design documents.
- Acquire and critique quotes for equipment modifications or installations.
- Generate rudimentary project cost estimates and schedules.
Requirements
- Master's degree
- Or Bachelor's degree and 2 years of Equipment experience in Pharmaceutical, Medical Devices, Biotechnology, or related industries
- Or Associate's degree and 6 years of Equipment experience in Pharmaceutical, Medical Devices, Biotechnology, or related industries
- Or High school diploma/GED and 8 years of Equipment experience in Pharmaceutical, Medical Devices, Biotechnology, or related industries
Benefits
- Retirement and Savings Plan
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- Life and Disability Insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Discretionary Annual Bonus
- Stock-based Long-term Incentives
- Paid Time Off
- Flexible Work Models
Company overview
Amgen Inc. is a leading American multinational biopharmaceutical company headquartered in Thousand Oaks, California, founded in 1980. As one of the world's largest independent biotechnology companies, Amgen specializes in discovering, developing, manufacturing, and delivering innovative human therapeutics. The company focuses on six key therapeutic areas: inflammation, oncology/hematology, bone health, cardiovascular disease, nephrology, and neuroscience. Amgen's portfolio includes blockbuster drugs such as Enbrel for autoimmune diseases, Prolia and XGEVA for osteoporosis, Repatha for cholesterol management, Otezla for psoriasis, and Neulasta for chemotherapy-induced neutropenia. With approximately 28,000 employees worldwide, Amgen operates as a component of both the Dow Jones Industrial Average and Nasdaq-100 indices. The company maintains a robust research and development pipeline with numerous clinical programs across various stages, leveraging cutting-edge biotechnology and human genetic data to address some of the world's most challenging diseases. Amgen's manufacturing capabilities span multiple global locations, and it distributes products through pharmaceutical wholesale distributors and direct-to-consumer channels.