Junior Associate Facility Engineer bei Legend Biotech US
Legend Biotech US · Raritan, Vereinigte Staaten Von Amerika · Onsite
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Legend Biotech is a global biotechnology company dedicated to treating, and one day curing, life-threatening diseases. Headquartered in Somerset, New Jersey, we are developing advanced cell therapies across a diverse array of technology platforms, including autologous and allogenic chimeric antigen receptor T-cell, T-cell receptor (TCR-T), and natural killer (NK) cell-based immunotherapy. From our three R&D sites around the world, we apply these innovative technologies to pursue the discovery of safe, efficacious and cutting-edge therapeutics for patients worldwide.
Legend Biotech entered into a global collaboration agreement with Janssen, one of the pharmaceutical companies of Johnson & Johnson, to jointly develop and commercialize ciltacabtagene autolecuel (cilta-cel). Our strategic partnership is designed to combine the strengths and expertise of both companies to advance the promise of an immunotherapy in the treatment of multiple myeloma.
Legend Biotech is seeking Junior Associate Facility Engineer as part of the Facilities & Engineering team based in Raritan, NJ.
Role Overview
The Associate Facility Engineer will support the operation, maintenance, and qualification of equipment and systems that enable a Cell Therapy manufacturing facility. This person will assist in equipment monitoring, documentation, and troubleshooting activities under the guidance of more senior engineers. The role requires technical curiosity, attention to detail, and the ability to work in a collaborative team environment. This individual will be part of the CAR-T Equipment team in support of clinical and commercial manufacturing as well as facility improvement initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide day-to-day technical support for equipment and process support installations.
- Assist in maintaining reliability and compliance through preventive maintenance programs and equipment monitoring.
- Learn to recognize performance trends, document observations, and propose basic improvements that enhance reliability, safety, and quality.
- Support the development of maintenance and calibration records, work instructions, and SOPs within the Quality Management System.
- Participate in root cause investigations, CAPAs, and change controls by gathering data, preparing documentation, and collaborating with cross-functional teams including QA, Operations, and Validation.
- Work with technical equipment data and documentation to support analyses of the maintenance process and provide input to the Maintenance Manager.
- Help ensure that preventive maintenance and calibration activities are completed and recorded on time.
- Assist with equipment tracking, asset management system updates, and vendor communication under supervision.
- Contribute to improvement projects or new equipment introductions by supporting data collection, documentation, and basic technical evaluations.
- Interact with external service providers and support internal teams to ensure timely execution of service activities.
- Have the authority to make decisions related to technical direction, methodologies, approaches and product development processes. You can also make decisions related to project execution, including timelines, milestones and resource allocation approved by the engineering manager. Higher-level approvals are required for those related to significant batch impact, or elevated resource allocation as directed by engineering manager.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree – Preferably in Engineering or Life Sciences.
- 0–2 years of experience in Facility, Engineering, or Operations (internship or co-op experience in a GMP setting preferred).
- Proficiency of Microsoft Office
- Experience with quality management systems
- Maximo or SAP
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Benefits:
We are committed to creating a workplace where employees can thrive - both professionally and personally. To attract and retain top talent in a highly competitive industry, we offer a best-in-class benefits package that supports well-being, financial stability, and long-term career growth. Our offerings are designed to meet the diverse needs of our team members and their families, ensuring they feel valued and supported every step of the way. Highlights include medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as a 401(k)-retirement plan with company match that vest fully on day one. Equity and stock options are available to employees in eligible roles, we offer eight weeks of paid parental leave after just three months of employment, and a paid time off policy that includes 15 vacation days, 5 personal days, 5 sick days, 11 U.S. national holidays, and 3 floating holidays. Additional benefits include flexible spending and health savings accounts, life and AD&D insurance, short- and long-term disability coverage, legal assistance, and supplemental plans such as pet, critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity insurance. We also provide commuter benefits, family planning and care resources, well-being initiatives, and peer-to-peer recognition programs - demonstrating our ongoing commitment to building a culture where our people feel empowered, supported, and inspired to do their best work.
EEO Statement
Legend Biotech is a proud equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to attracting, retaining, and maximizing the performance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is Legend’s policy to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, genetic information, citizenship status, uniformed service member or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Employment is at-will and may be terminated at any time with or without cause or notice by the employee or the company. Legend may adjust base salary or other discretionary compensation at any time based on individual, team, performance, or market conditions.
Legend Biotech maintains a drug-free workplace.
