Sr. Engineer, Commissioning, Qualification and Validation (CQV)

Posted:
10/9/2024, 7:56:23 AM

Location(s):
Wallis, Switzerland

Experience Level(s):
Senior

Field(s):
Customer Success & Support

Workplace Type:
On-site

Join our Mission to Protect Humankind!

Vaxcyte is a clinical-stage vaccine innovation company engineering high-fidelity vaccines to protect humankind from the consequences of bacterial diseases, which have serious and costly health consequences when left unchecked. Working to eradicate or treat bacterial infections such as invasive pneumococcal disease, Group A Strep, periodontitis and Shigella is just the beginning. Our path to success is clear and well-defined, and Vaxcyte is set up to go the distance. 

WHAT we do is every bit as important as HOW we do it! Our work together is guided by four enduring core values:

*RETHINK CONVENTION: We bring creative and intellectual diversity to every facet of the work we do in order to innovate and re-innovate the way vaccines are delivered.

*AIM HIGH: We embody our collectively audacious goal to courageously make the most complex biologics ever attempted to protect humankind.

*LEAD WITH HEART: Everyone leads at Vaxcyte with a kindness-first, inclusive approach to collaboration and vigorous debate that advances our business objectives.

*MODEL EXCELLENCE:  The magnitude of our challenge requires our shared commitment to demonstrating integrity, accountability, equality and clarity across communications and decision making.
 
Summary:
 
As Vaxcyte’s products progress towards late stage and commercialization, Vaxcyte is implementing dedicated biologics manufacturing facilities.  This position will support all aspects of CQV activities related to commercial Launch, and routine GMP Manufacturing to ensure the efficient and compliant production of Vaxcyte's products.
 
Working closely with Process Development, MSAT, Supply Chain, Quality, Project Management, Business Development Regulatory functions and with CDMOs; the (Senior) CQV Engineer will be responsible for leading and oversight of commissioning, qualification, and validation activities for biologics manufacturing facilities, systems, and equipment. This role is critical in ensuring that all processes and systems meet regulatory and company standards. The successful candidate will collaborate with cross-functional teams to support new installations, upgrades, and ongoing operations. Cross-functional teamwork, and successful working with CDMOs is key in this role. This position will report to the Director of Engineering of Vaxcyte Switzerland.
Reports to: Vice President, Managing Director
 
Location: Visp, Switzerland
 
Compensation:
The compensation package will be competitive and includes comprehensive benefits and an equity component.
 
 
Vaxcyte Switzerland GmbH
Rottenstrasse 5
3930 Visp, Valais
 
We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.