What are the responsibilities and job description for the Engineer, Biotech Downstream Process Equipment Maintenance - (JP14514) position at 3 Key Consulting?
Job Title: Engineer, Biotech Downstream Process Equipment Maintenance - (JP14514)
Location: Thousand Oaks, CA. 91320
Employment Type: Contract
Business Unit: F&E Drug Substance Supply.
Duration: 1 years (with likely extensions and/or conversion to permanent)
Posting Date: 09/10/25
Pay Rate: $36 - $41/hour W2
Notes: Only qualified candidates need apply.
3 Key Consulting is hiring an Engineer for a consulting engagement with our direct client, a leading global biopharmaceutical company.
Job Description:
Our ideal candidate:
Scope includes a wide range of devices such as Cleaning Systems (Autoclave, Glassware Washers, Dryers, CIP/COP), Single Use Systems (TFF, VI/VF, Chrom). SS Systems (TFF, VI/VF, Chrom, Columns, Tanks, Pumps), and miscellaneous equipment. The qualified candidate will work with the manufacturing and engineering team to ensure uptime of equipment, improve reliability, coordinate troubleshooting activities with the team and vendor, manage preventative maintenance, spare parts, SOPs, and forms, and help drive continuous improvement activities.
Why is the Position Open?
Coverage for partners leave of absence.
Top Must Have Skills:
Day to Day Responsibilities:
Basic Qualifications:
Red Flags:
Interview process:
Phone Screen, potential panel
We invite qualified candidates to send your resume to resumes@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.
Location: Thousand Oaks, CA. 91320
Employment Type: Contract
Business Unit: F&E Drug Substance Supply.
Duration: 1 years (with likely extensions and/or conversion to permanent)
Posting Date: 09/10/25
Pay Rate: $36 - $41/hour W2
Notes: Only qualified candidates need apply.
3 Key Consulting is hiring an Engineer for a consulting engagement with our direct client, a leading global biopharmaceutical company.
Job Description:
Our ideal candidate:
- B.S. 2-3 YOE troubleshooting equipment.
- Lead the troubleshooting and vendor support for a wide variety of process equipment that supports manufacturing.
- Nice to have: PNID experience
Scope includes a wide range of devices such as Cleaning Systems (Autoclave, Glassware Washers, Dryers, CIP/COP), Single Use Systems (TFF, VI/VF, Chrom). SS Systems (TFF, VI/VF, Chrom, Columns, Tanks, Pumps), and miscellaneous equipment. The qualified candidate will work with the manufacturing and engineering team to ensure uptime of equipment, improve reliability, coordinate troubleshooting activities with the team and vendor, manage preventative maintenance, spare parts, SOPs, and forms, and help drive continuous improvement activities.
Why is the Position Open?
Coverage for partners leave of absence.
Top Must Have Skills:
- GMP / FDA Background
- Biotech / Pharma Equipment Troubleshooting Background
- Cleaning Systems, Single Use Systems Experience
Day to Day Responsibilities:
- Troubleshooting process equipment, coordinating PMs / Calibrations, etc.
- Work cross-functionally with individuals and project teams in Engineering, Instrumentation, and Manufacturing.
- Determine technical coverage and proper integration of different subsystems.
- Provide deep technical assistance for other support staff and operators using equipment.
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.
- BS in Engineering, Biotech, Chemistry, or Equivalent and previous experience in a biotech/pharmaceutical industry with focus on usage and/or process equipment of specified equipment
- 2 years current experience with processes equipment troubleshooting and GMP procedures.
- Strong background in troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and vendor coordination.
- Must be capable of working on multiple projects in a deadline driven environment.
Red Flags:
- No GMP / FDA experience
- Not looking for operators
- Candidates must have hands on troubleshooting experience
Interview process:
Phone Screen, potential panel
We invite qualified candidates to send your resume to resumes@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.
Salary : $36 - $41