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Job Description

This position is for a Metrology Engineer. Candidate must possess the ability to design, install and validate multiple and complex calibration and measurement systems with minimal supervision.

The successful candidate will have a demonstrated track record in the design, development, evaluation and testing of instrumentation systems and will be a recognized expert in the field of pharmaceutical metrology. Additionally, the candidate will possess the ability to interact with various departments/teams and other Amgen sites to align/communicate the global calibration control program. The candidate will also apply statistical process control, mathematical, physical science and advanced engineering tools and technologies to accomplish various metrology engineering objectives. Furthermore, the candidate will prepare and deliver effective periodic briefings, presentations, and technical papers for company management, industry conferences, and other associated publications. Specific experience with multiple measurement disciplines in areas such as flow, temperature and optics and light measurements in a Primary Metrology laboratory.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare calibration procedures/job plans and associated training materials.
• Understanding of GMP regulations
• Understand uncertainty analysis for primary/working standards and process instrumentation.
• Perform Vendor Quality Audits of calibration service suppliers and oversee vendor quality issues.
• Interface with Corporate Facilities Team regarding maintenance system calibration issues.
• Own and develop Global Calibration Control Program SOP and associated training material.
• Serve as technical expert regarding calibration issues during regulatory inspections.
• Provides technical consultation to others pertaining to measurement problems and leads technical project teams. 
• Establish measurement traceability of laboratory standards and ensure that their processes are in a state of statistical control.
• Conduct engineering/performance assessment for new technology in support of standards, manufacturing, process development, and research equipment

QUALIFICATIONS

• Master’s degree OR
• Bachelor’s degree and 2 years of experience OR
• Associate degree and 6 years of experience OR 
• High school diploma / GED and 8 years of experience

REQUIREMENTS 

EXPERIENCE

At least eight years’ experience in metrology engineering at a large company primary standards laboratory level or comparable related technical activities, including application of advanced measurement engineering principles and technology related to highly complex technical assignments.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILL

Bachelor of Science degree or Master of Science degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or Physics with a minimum of seven years engineering experience in pharmaceutical or electro-mechanical metrology (or other related fields).