Associate Engineer

AbbVie

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Hybrid

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Work type
Hybrid
Location
North Chicago, IL
Posted
31 days ago
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About AbbVie

AbbVie is a global biopharmaceutical company focused on discovering and delivering innovative medicines and solutions in immunology, oncology, neuroscience, and eye care. Its products include Humira, Skyrizi, and Rinvoq.

AbbVie currently has 297 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $109,500–$208,500 across 271 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Associate Engineer

Associate, Engineer (Hybrid) serves as an engineering and analyst professional within the operations team, applying scientific knowledge and mathematics to complete technical assignments. The role involves defining project scopes, managing concurrent tasks to meet cost and quality goals, and conducting small-sized projects including equipment installation and commissioning. Key responsibilities include ensuring compliance with safety standards, performing root cause analysis, and coordinating qualification activities like cleaning validation. Candidates must possess a degree in an engineering discipline and experience in biopharmaceutical manufacturing environments involving upstream/downstream operations, HVAC, and cleanrooms. Required skills include knowledge of cGMP regulations, Commissioning, Qualification, and Validation (CQV) protocols, and proficiency in tools such as SAP, CMMS, and AutoCAD. The role addresses technical challenges in a GMP-regulated environment to optimize reliability and operational efficiency through Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies.

What does a Engineer earn?

Median $185000 from 249 postings across 48 companies.

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What you'll do

  • Ensure compliance with safety regulations, engineering standards, and environmental policies while identifying potential risks.
  • Define project scopes by converting high-level goals into actionable tasks and managing concurrent projects to meet cost and quality targets.
  • Plan and execute small-scale projects including investigations, equipment trials, and prototype testing.
  • Coordinate with technical teams to conduct qualification activities such as EFU qualifications and cleaning validations.
  • Assist in training personnel on the operation of facilities, processes, and manufacturing equipment.
  • Conduct tests, gather data, and perform preliminary analyses to provide recommendations for process improvements.
  • Interpret problems to create or modify design solutions while identifying opportunities for cost reduction and innovation.
  • Communicate project updates and technical information effectively to internal and external stakeholders through various formats.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical, Process, Biomedical, or a related Engineering discipline.
  • 0-2 years engineering experience (preferred: pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical, or other GMP manufacturing environment).
  • Basic understanding of biopharmaceutical manufacturing processes including upstream/downstream operations, clean utilities, HVAC, and process equipment.
  • Knowledge of cGMP regulations and regulatory requirements, including FDA, EMA, and data integrity expectations.
  • Familiarity with project engineering principles, capital project execution, equipment installation, commissioning, and startup support.
  • Understanding of Commissioning, Qualification, and Validation (CQV) including IQ/OQ/PQ protocols and documentation.
  • Knowledge of process equipment and utility systems such as CIP, SIP, Purified Water, and process instrumentation.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with engineering systems like SAP, CMMS, AutoCAD, and project management tools.

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