Associate Engineer

• Location: Tuas, Singapore

About the Job

The Manufacturing team is expanding and seeking an Associate Engineer, Manufacturing – Downstream (Process) to support routine downstream biopharmaceutical manufacturing operations, with a focus on process robustness.
 

The Associate Engineer, Manufacturing – Downstream (Process) supports day‑to‑day downstream manufacturing operations by ensuring that downstream processes (e.g, seed train, cell culture, bioreactor operations, multi-column chromatography, viral inactivation) are executed consistently, within defined process parameters, and in compliance with GMP requirements.
 

The role operates within a defined process scope and supports Manufacturing Operations by monitoring process performance, analyzing trends, supporting investigations, and contributing to continuous improvement of downstream process robustness.
 

As required, the role may support New Product Introduction (NPI), process startup, and validation activities, primarily from an execution, monitoring, and documentation standpoint.

This position reports to the Senior Manager, Manufacturing and works closely with cross‑functional teams.

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  Basic understanding of downstream biopharmaceutical processes (e.g. seed train, cell culture, bioreactor operations, multi-column chromatography, viral inactivation).

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  Working knowledge of GMP requirements and process data integrity principles.

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  Basic data analysis and trending capability to support process performance monitoring.

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  Able to work effectively within cross‑functional teams with appropriate guidance.

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  Demonstrates structured problem‑solving and analytical thinking.

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  Good technical writing and communication skills.

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  Strong team player with a continuous learning mindset.

• Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Biotechnology, Biochemical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Life Sciences, or related discipline.

• 3–4 years of experience in downstream biopharmaceutical manufacturing, process support, or manufacturing operations in a regulated environment.

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