BeiGene continues to grow at a rapid pace with challenging and exciting opportunities for experienced professionals. When considering candidates, we look for scientific and business professionals who are highly motivated, collaborative, and most importantly, share our passionate interest in fighting cancer.

General Description:

The preferred candidate will possess technical expertise in commercial-scale monoclonal antibody (mAb) production, supporting Upstream or Downstream manufacturing operations and their related systems and equipment. The primary objective is to support the start-up and licensure of BeiGene’s newest drug substance production facility in Hopewell, NJ.

The Senior Engineer role is responsible for providing subject matter expertise to develop scalable, robust, and controlled cGMP-ready processes to ensure a successful facility, equipment, and process start-up; improve process control, yield, and product quality and/or productivity. This will include supporting high-impact, cross-functional teams to execute technology transfers, troubleshoot process and equipment defects, perform deviation/investigation root cause analysis and impact assessments, support regulatory inspections, and author change records.

The duties of the role will be principally engaged in two major phases:

Support and execute the design, start-up, validation, and licensure of BeiGene’s first biopharmaceutical facility in the United States.Support all activities required to enable reliable and compliant execution of DS and DP cGMP operations (deviation evaluation, process monitoring, change management), drive process optimization, and enable the technology transfer of new products to the facility.

Essential Functions of the job:

Proactively identifies, shares, and implements improvement opportunities that support BeiGene’s vision and mission.Statistical analysis, modelling, testing, and system optimizing are essential skills honed through experience, proficiency with finding challenges and solving them through technology and innovation.Leverage strong interpersonal and collaboration skills to develop and sustain a positive rapport with internal and external stakeholders throughout all phases of facility and equipment design, FAT, commissioning, and start-up.Scale-up through technology/process transfer to clinical and commercial manufacturing.Review CMC sections and ensure the accuracy of submissions.Effective communication with team members and stakeholders is a must.Participate in and support on-site supervision and management of contract manufacturers as required by BeiGene.Any other assignment as is determined by supervisor.

Physical Requirements:

Must be able to stand for long periods, up to 8 to 10 hours/day.Must be able to reach above shoulder level, bend/stoop, push/pull, and handle/grip frequently.Must be able to work scheduled 40 hours with the ability to work overtime as needed.Must be comfortable in working in varying temperatures.Frequent lifting, pushing, pulling, and carrying.  Ability to lift up to 40 lbs.Regular reaching, bending, stooping, and twisting.Repetitive motion and substantial movement of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.Environment requires dedicated gowns, depending on area.Work with hazardous materials and chemicals.Willing to work any shift.

Qualifications:

BS or MS in pharmaceutical Science, Engineering, or advanced scientific discipline.Minimum of 5+ years of process engineering experience in a commercial biopharmaceutical facility.Process and equipment knowledge related to cell culture operations from vial thaw through bulk filtration, as well as analytical instruments commonly used in biopharmaceutical labs and manufacturing.Experience with vendor management, including selection and qualificationTechnical Transfer experience, including equipment qualification and process validationExperience working on project teams tasked with resolving complex production related issues Previous experience with deviation and change management systemsStrong interpersonal and teamwork skillsStrong self-management and organizational skillsOral and written communication skills that demonstrate an ability to effectively (clearly, succinctly) communicate with all levels of the organization, and in a multi-disciplinary, project-driven work environmentPossesses a working knowledge on relevant biopharma FDA regulations, (FDA, EMA, ICH, PDA)Broad knowledge of drug development, CMC, preclinical and clinical requirements Familiar with software such as Microsoft Office including Microsoft Project, Visio, etc.

Computer Skills:   

Familiarity with computer-based systems.  Word, Excel, and PowerPoint a must. Understanding of automated control systems.Prior hands-on experience in the design, selection, automation, and troubleshooting of systems and equipment used in commercial drug substance production, including: stainless and single-use mixing and hold vessels, stainless and single-use bioreactors, shaker flasks, wave-mixed bags, large scale chromatography systems, depth filtration systems, tangential flow filtration (TFF), and viral filtration systems.Support of technology transfer and qualification studies associated with the development and implementation of processes, systems, and facilities related to drug substance manufacturing, key intermediates e.g., media and cleaning solutions, and component prep (Autoclaves and Parts Washers).Partner with Operations, Quality, and Automation functional areas on validation studies in support of GMP process equipment (IQ/OQ/PQ), cleaning (CIP, COP), Sanitization and Sterilization (SIP, autoclave, depyrogenation, VHP).Prepare, review, approve, and provide technical support for preparation of relevant technical documents, as required, such as: change controls, deviation investigations, validation protocols and summary reports and processing records.Ensure a safe working environment through compliance with safety rules and improve safety culture by actively participating in safety-related activities

Travel: 

International and domestic – periodically.

BeiGene Global Competencies

When we exhibit our values of Patients First, Collaborative Spirit, Bold Ingenuity and Driving Excellence, through our twelve global competencies below, we help get more affordable medicines to more patients around the world.

Fosters TeamworkProvides and Solicits Honest and Actionable FeedbackSelf-AwarenessActs InclusivelyDemonstrates InitiativeEntrepreneurial MindsetContinuous LearningEmbraces ChangeResults-OrientedAnalytical Thinking/Data AnalysisFinancial ExcellenceCommunicates with Clarity

Salary Range: $104,600.00 - $144,600.00 annually

BeiGene is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. Actual compensation packages are determined by several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to job-related skills, depth of experience, certifications, relevant education or training, and specific work location. Packages may vary by location due to differences in the cost of labor. The recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for a preferred location during the hiring process.  Please note that the listed range reflects the base salary or hourly range only. Non-Commercial roles are eligible to participate in the annual bonus plan, and Commercial roles are eligible to participate in an incentive compensation plan. All Company employees have the opportunity to own shares of BeiGene Ltd. stock because all employees are eligible for discretionary equity awards and to voluntarily participate in the Employee Stock Purchase Plan. The Company has a comprehensive benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), FSA/HSA, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, and Wellness.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity. BeiGene does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.