Senior Principal Cell Processing Robotics Engineer

Job description

At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything.

Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal.

Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity.

Learn more at https://www.jnj.com
Job Function:
Supply Chain Engineering
Job Sub Function:
Automation Engineering
Job Category:
Scientific/Technology
All Job Posting Locations:
Raritan, New Jersey, United States of America, Spring House, Pennsylvania, United States of America, Titusville, New Jersey, United States of America
Job Description:
Our expertise in Innovative Medicine is informed and inspired by patients, whose insights fuel our science-based advancements.

Visionaries like you work on teams that save lives by developing the medicines of tomorrow.
Join us in developing treatments, finding cures, and pioneering the path from lab to life while championing patients every step of the way.
Learn more at https://www.jnj.com/innovative-medicine.
We are searching for the best talent, Senior Principal Cell Processing Robotics Engineer .​ This Hybrid position can be based in Titusville, New Jersey, Springhouse Pa, or Raritan, New Jersey.
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CAR-T is an innovative treatment, which uses the power of the patient’s own immune system.

A patient’s T-cells are genetically modified to eliminate cancer cells.

This ground-breaking technology provides hopeful prospects to patients where other therapies have failed or fail to provide adequate results.

JJIM is working to develop, manufacture, and commercialize products in the CAR-T space.


The CAR-T Engineering organization provides ownership and oversight for the entire asset portfolio and associated business processes for JJIM’s Advanced Therapies Supply Chain.

Along the lifecycle of our assets, such as facilities, equipment, and utilities, this role is the key point of contact for technical matters related to cell processing mechatronics systems.
The CAR-T Robotics Engineer is responsible for providing technical expertise, using best practices, and developing internal as well as external partnerships within the CAR-T program at the site level and beyond.
They will be a key contributor to ensure flawless execution during project design, qualification, startup and transition to operations and asset replacement projects, and will closely collaborate with the different project organizations, vendors, sites, and partners.

In addition, the Engineer will create and sustain continuous technical improvements around our asset base and supports problem solving as needed.

Daily, the Engineer partners with R&D, Operations, MSAT, Quality, and 3rd party partners, as well as Environment Health & Safety.
The Senior Principal CAR-T Robotics Engineer will act as a decision maker in the Engineering workstream and partner with R&D, E&PS, Operations and Quality to ensure facility and equipment design meet operational requirements.

You will manage and drive engineering systems through Engineering, Procurement, and Construction Phases to ensure on-time system delivery.

As technical owner of cell processing mechatronics systems, the Engineer is responsible for qualified system turnover to the end user.

You will collaborate in the development and own set-up of supply chain technology and processes for the design of a next-generation manufacturing facility.


This role provides process engineering ownership of the robotically controlled process steps and processes for the CAR-T cell processing commercial facility project.

The project will highly automate an autologous Cell Therapy process using, in large part, disposable technology biotherapy manual processes performed or supplemented by robotics.

 Robotics processes will include material movement, disposable bioreactor manipulations, tube manipulations and welding, adding / removing materials from workstations, passthroughs, and cryopreservation units.

 
The process is performed in grade C cleanroom space and will be fully GMP compliant.

   This role will serve as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for the robotics, robotics controls, and interfaces between robotically controlled motions and human operators.

 
Key Responsibilities:
•    As CAR-T Cell Processing Mechatronics / Robotics System Owner, represent Engineering in Facility & Equipment Design, Qualification and Startup, through transfer to the end user.

Support tech transfer activities through process validation and regulatory approval.
•    Create or support the writing of URSs (User Requirement Specifications), Change Controls, Impact Assessments, technical evaluations, and operational documents.

Ensure business requirements are incorporated into the design; responsible for business owner approval of requirement specifications.
•    Ownership and SME for Mechatronics / Robotics equipment and technology – secure relationships with equipment and technology partners to ensure smooth transition from project custody.

Provide technical support to Engineering/MAM, Design, Automation, Construction Management, CQV/Start-up, Operations, and EHS teams as required the project.
•    Work with project team to assure robotics deliverables are within project timelines and budget.
•    Coordinate the selection and oversight of third-party engineering and design services through authoring and initiating formal RFP documentation for competitive bidding and then execution of objective and data driven analysis documented in bid analysis forms.
•    In partnership with E&PS lead engagement with vendor, factory acceptance testing (FAT) / site acceptance testing (SAT) within system of responsibility
•    Participate as Mechatronics / Robotics SME and have ownership of decisions made in safety reviews (EHS by Design, HAZOPs, machine safety, ergonomics, etc.)
•    Assure compliance with relevant safety standards for human and robotics interactions.

 Provide guidance to team on most current ANSI/RIA R15.06, ISO 10218-1, ISO 13849, site and corporate specifications, and state and federal regulations.
•    Support development of integrated process data map and criticality assessments for use in automation and manufacturing systems deliverables.
•    Accountable for cost and resources within system(s) of responsibility.
•    Develop asset management procedures, PM, maintenance and calibration.
•    Drive the standards for the asset portfolio and provide asset ownership as a service for production / laboratory equipment, facilities, and clean/GMP utilities.
•    Accompany all stages of a typical asset lifecycle, including replacement planning & vendor evaluation / selection.
•    Support investigations, deviations, corrective and preventive actions towards successful timely and compliant closure.
•    Participate in compliance inspections / audits within area of responsibility.
•    Ensure compliance with all applicable cGMPs, EU Annex 1, global regulatory requirements, safety, environmental regulations, SOPs, WI’s and Company policies and corporate standards.
•    Actively communicate regularly with the Engineering community and foster expertise sharing with CAR-T entities around the globe.
•    Analyze processes to find opportunities for optimization, efficiency improvements, and cost savings.


Furthermore, a portion of your time will be focused on developing detailed knowledge of CAR-T production processes:
•    Develop & maintain in-depth understanding of the CAR-T manufacturing processes (including sound scientific understanding), operational procedures and manufacturing environment (Facilities, Utilities, Equipment, Systems, Processes)
•    Develop & maintain robust understanding of aseptic and cell processing techniques.
•    Develop & maintain an in-depth knowledge of cell processing robotics and automation.
•    Develop & maintain understanding of relevant regulatory frameworks (general GMP and specific focus on ATMP)
Qualifications:
Education:
•    Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering required; focused degree on Mechatronics, Advanced Manufacturing, or Automated Systems preferred.
Experience and Skills:
Required:
•    Minimum 8 years of relevant work experience.
•    Experience in Manufacturing Operations and/or Engineering environment.
•    Experience with manufacturing process Automation and Robotics.
•    Proficiency in CAD software, understanding of robotics and automation
•    Proficiency in programming languages: C++, Python, and/or MATLAB
•    Familiarity with control systems and associated architecture, signal processing, and PLCs
•    Experience with equipment / systems commissioning/qualification/validation, Process Automation, IT manufacturing systems, 
•    Experience within Pharmaceuticals, Biopharmaceuticals / Large Molecule, or equivalent industry - cell therapy (CAR-T) experience is an asset
•    Hands-on experience in asset ownership (i.e., equipment, facilities, and utilities)
•    Experience managing and influencing change, including vendor management, change control, and/or asset replacement strategies/activities
•    In depth knowledge of current GMP standards and guidelines related to equipment, utilities, and facilities commissioning and qualification (e.g., ISO, EN, ICH, FDA, ISPE)
•    Ability to prioritize and manage the workload and as required, be able to manage shifting priorities based on critical deadlines so that business needs are always met
•    Service mentality and ability to proactively collaborate with teams and partners, working hands-on on aspects of Engineering and asset ownership, while identifying areas of improvement
•    Demonstrated ability to collaborate internally and externally within a matrix environment.
•    Demonstrated start-up mindset, and you proactively search for solutions.
•    You prioritize and provide clear instructions to peers.
•    You thrive in a rapidly changing environment and lead as a change agent to promote flexibility, creativity, and accountability while at the same time handling procedures/ guidelines which require strict execution.
•    You work independently and successfully, prioritizing and managing multiple tasks simultaneously, and integrating cross-functional issues.
Preferred:
•    Experience with Staubli robotics technology.


•    Experience with Robot Operating Systems (ROS).
•    Experience with Artificial Intelligence (AI).
•    Experience with Internet of Things (IoT).
Other:
•    Requires up to 50% domestic and/or international travel.
The anticipated base pay range for this position is $120,000 to $207,000.


Johnson & Johnson is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by federal, state or local law.

We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act.
Johnson & Johnson is committed to providing an interview process that is inclusive of our applicants’ needs.

 If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation, external applicants please contact us via https://www.jnj.com/contact-us/careers, internal employees contact AskGS to be directed to your accommodation resource.
The anticipated base pay range for this position is :
120,000-207,000
Additional Description for Pay Transparency:
Subject to the terms of their respective plans, employees and/or eligible dependents are eligible to participate in the following Company sponsored employee benefit programs: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, business accident insurance, and group legal insurance.

Subject to the terms of their respective plans, employees are eligible to participate in the Company’s consolidated retirement plan (pension) and savings plan (401(k)).

This position is eligible to participate in the Company’s long-term incentive program.

Subject to the terms of their respective policies and date of hire, Employees are eligible for the following time off benefits: Vacation –120 hours per calendar year Sick time - 40 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Washington –56 hours per calendar year Holiday pay, including Floating Holidays –13 days per calendar year Work, Personal and Family Time - up to 40 hours per calendar year Parental Leave – 480 hours within one year of the birth/adoption/foster care of a child

Required Skill Profession

Engineers