Takeda · 9 hours ago
Sr Process Engineer
USA - CA - Thousand Oaks - Rancho Conejo
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$86K/yr - $136K/yr
5+ years expTakeda is a patient-focused company transforming patient care through the development of novel specialty pharmaceuticals. In this senior role, you will provide strategic technical leadership for manufacturing operations and project initiatives, drive process reliability, and lead cross-functional efforts to support safe and efficient production.
BiotechnologyHealth CareManufacturingMedicalPharmaceutical
Responsibilities
Apply advanced engineering principles to support operations and enhance system performance
Lead the design and implementation of major system modifications, process improvements, and capital projects
Provide expert technical support for manufacturing issues, investigations, and equipment troubleshooting
Drive root-cause analyses and ensure effective corrective and preventive actions
Oversee the full lifecycle of manufacturing equipment and recommend improvements to boost efficiency and reduce cycle time
Identify new materials, technologies, and process enhancements to strengthen reliability and customer satisfaction
Lead process improvement initiatives, including implementation, training, and performance measurement
Manage and execute complex projects, coordinate contractors, and direct technician activities
Track project costs, assess impacts of design or policy changes, and provide capital and process recommendations
Deliver clear technical updates and project summaries to stakeholders
Use engineering tools (e.g., FMEA, process modeling, DOE) to evaluate and solve technical challenges
Ensure all work aligns with cGMPs, SOPs, company procedures, and Good Engineering Practices
Perform additional duties as needed to support operational and project goals
Qualification
Required
B.S. in Engineering required; Chemical or Mechanical Engineering preferred with 5+ years of experience in a GMP pharmaceutical environment
Strong understanding of packaging and aseptic equipment, including single‑use systems, filling machines (Isolator and RAB), cappers, parts washers, autoclaves, lyophilizers, and CIP/SIP systems
Broad knowledge of core engineering principles, cGMP manufacturing, and Good Engineering Practices (GEP)
Excellent technical writing and documentation skills
Demonstrated integrity, sound judgment, strong work ethic, and a practical, solutions‑oriented mindset
Benefits
Comprehensive Healthcare: Medical, Dental, and Vision
Financial Planning & Stability: 401(k) with company match and Annual Retirement Contribution Plan
Health & Wellness programs including onsite flu shots and health screenings
Generous time off for vacation and the option to purchase additional vacation days
Community Outreach Programs and company match of charitable contributions
Family Planning Support
Flexible Work Paths
Tuition reimbursement
Company
Takeda
Takeda is a biopharmaceutical company that researches and develops pharmaceutical drugs.
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$2.46B2025-06-27Post Ipo Debt· $2.4B
2016-09-01Grant· $19.8M
2016-05-08Grant· $38M
Leadership Team
Christophe Weber
President and CEO
Schuyler Fairfield
Senior Vice President, Global Head of Supply Chain
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