Associate Engineer
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 6, 2026. First seen by Alion on Nov 4, 2026.
Company Information
You Matter to Cambrex.
Cambrex is a leading global contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) that provides drug substance development and manufacturing across the entire drug lifecycle, as well as comprehensive analytical and IND enabling services.
With over 40 years of experience and a team of 2,000 experts servicing global clients from North America and Europe, Cambrex offers a range of specialized drug substance technologies and capabilities, including continuous flow, controlled substances, liquid-phase peptide synthesis, solid-state science, material characterization, and highly potent APIs.
Your Work Matters.
At Cambrex, we strive to build a culture where all colleagues have the opportunity to:
- engage in work that matters to our customers and the patients they serve
- learn new skills and enjoy new experiences in an engaging and safe environment
- strengthen connections with coworkers and the community
We’re committed to attracting and nurturing a passionate team of valued professionals in our fast-paced and growing company. We offer a competitive benefits package that includes healthcare, life insurance, planning for retirement, and more!
Your Future Matters.
Known for our customer-focused scientific and manufacturing excellence, as well as our strong commitment to quality and safety, we offer a range of career and growth opportunities across our global network of locations. Together with our customers, we aim to improve the quality of life for patients around the world. Start a career where You Matter by applying today!
Overview:
As an Associate Engineer at Cambrex, you’ll launch your career in chemical engineering with the support of highly experienced engineers and scientists who are eager to mentor and guide you. In this role, you’ll be immersed in every stage of bringing new products from the laboratory to full-scale manufacturing, gaining hands-on experience with batch processes and unit operations such as reactions, distillation, extraction, filtration, and drying. Under supervision of the department manager, the Associate Engineer will rotate through several key engineering roles such as Process, Production, Validation, Project, Environmental and Reliability in an approximate two-year period. The purpose of the Associate Engineer position is to provide recent college graduates with the opportunity to gain a broad overview of the core functions that are critical to the manufacturing and engineering support functions at Cambrex.
Responsibilities:
Process Engineering (6 -12 months)
- Perform scaling calculations for unit operations, assisting with the conceptual process design.
- Participate in process reviews for operability, safety, and quality.
- Support production campaigns through in-person observation.
- Analyze production and laboratory data to assist with process understanding.
- Assist with quality investigations and corrective action / preventative action implementation.
- Support process improvement projects to reduce cycle time, increase yield, and improve quality.
- Draft manufacturing documents: process flow diagrams, batch records, validation protocols, standard operating procedures, quality investigations, campaign reports.
- Environmental Engineering(3 - 6 months)
- Special projects
- Production/Operations Engineering (6 - 9 months)
- Revise Standard Operating Procedures
- Troubleshoot operating processes
- Update and revise batch records and process set-ups
- Work on process yield or quality improvement projects
- Using TrackWise perform CAPAs, change controls, process investigations
- Implement small capital projects
- Reliability Engineering(~3 months)
- Become familiar with maintenance systems such as calibrations, PM programs, maintenance planning, maintenance supervision, contractor performed maintenance repairs, capital work completed with internal maintenance labor, and maintenance spare parts inventory.
- Validation Engineering (3-6 months)
- Develop and perform EQ, FQ, IQ, and OQ protocols and reports
- Oversee equipment validation and revalidation
- Project Engineering (6 - 9 months)
- Responsible for overseeing small capital projects and/or Safety Card projects
Qualifications / Skills:
Applied Math and Science : A strong understanding of the core chemical engineering fundamentals (thermodynamics, heat transfer, mass transfer, transport, kinetics, etc.).
Data Analysis, Visualization, Troubleshooting: The ability to analyze data from various sources, including sensors and experiments, to identify trends, troubleshoot issues, and improve efficiency.
Problem-Solving: With training and support from senior engineers, identify, analyze, and solve complex problems related to chemical processes and plant operations. Includes investigations.
Technical Writing & Communication: The ability to explain technical concepts clearly and accurately to technical and non-technical audiences.
Attention to Detail: Be meticulous and pay close attention to detail to ensure accuracy and quality.
Adaptability : The ability to adapt to changing priorities, new technologies, and unexpected challenges is important.
Time Management: Ability to handle key assignments, meeting deadlines with supervision.