Thermo Fisher Scientific · 23 hours ago
Process Safety and Development Engineer
Florence, South Carolina, USA
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry, Mid Level
0+ years expThermo Fisher Scientific is a global leader in serving science, and they are seeking a Process Safety and Development Engineer to support their Drug Substance Division in Florence, South Carolina. This role involves conducting thermal hazard screenings, process development, and collaborating with various teams to ensure successful scale-up and operability in manufacturing processes.
Research
Responsibilities
Conduct thermal hazard screening on starting materials, intermediates, products, and high-energy reagents using differential scanning calorimetry (DSC)
Conduct follow-on experimentation using accelerating rate calorimetry (ARC) and ARSST
Conduct reaction calorimetry studies (EasyMax & RC1) to characterize the enthalpies for the desired chemistry
Identify potential scale-up issues tied to heat or mass-transfer limitations in the plant equipment
Conduct crystallization, isolation, extraction, distillation, and drying studies, as needed
Assist and/or lead in the generation of risk analysis (RA) and PHA documents
Issue and approve PHA documents in our electronic document management system (EDMS)
Collect reliable process data through designed laboratory experiments with accurate, detailed documentation for process evaluation, development and troubleshooting
Record and analyze scientific data/observations in detail
Summarize and interpret process data to draw logical conclusions
Write technical updates/reports. Participate in technical discussions with internal teams and clients
Use analytical instrumentation for mixture characterization including IR, HPLC, GC, and MS, as needed
Provide timely technical support for scale-up production, quality and other inter-departmental needs
Qualification
Required
BS in Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or related field required
At least 6 Months to 3 years of related experience in a regulated environment is required
Proven ability to lead complex investigations and implement effective solutions
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work collaboratively in a matrix environment
Proficiency with statistical analysis software and Microsoft Office suite
Preferred
Advanced coursework/background in Physical and Organic Chemistry preferred
Experience mentoring colleagues and providing technical training highly preferred
Co-Op experience will also be accepted
Benefits
Competitive remuneration
Annual incentive plan bonus scheme
Healthcare
A range of employee benefits
Company
Thermo Fisher Scientific
The world leader in serving science To serve science, Thermo Fisher Scientific needs to stay ahead of it, we need to anticipate customer needs.
10001+ employees
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