Job summary
Job overview
The Lead Engineer at Vericel Corporation leads engineering design, startup, troubleshooting, and optimization of manufacturing equipment and systems, impacting manufacturing efficiency and compliance.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves managing engineering projects, leading and developing junior staff, coordinating cross-functional teams, ensuring compliance with cGMP, and supporting equipment and facility operations.
Experience and skills
Requires a bachelor's degree in chemical or mechanical engineering or technical science with 3+ years experience or a master's with 1+ year experience, strong communication skills, cGMP experience, and ability to work in controlled environments; supervisory and pharmaceutical manufacturing experience preferred.
Career development
Opportunities for career growth within a growing regenerative medicine company with expanding impact.
Work environment and culture
Collaborative culture focused on innovation, patient care, and scientific excellence, with teamwork and dedication to improving lives.
Company information
Vericel Corporation pioneers advanced cell therapies for sports medicine and burn care, known for products like MACI, Epicel, and Nexobrid, focusing on regenerative medicine innovation.
Team overview
The candidate will lead a group of engineers focused on engineering operations and work closely with cross-functional teams including Facilities, Validation, Quality, and Manufacturing.
Job location and travel
The position requires on-site work five days per week, with potential after-hours and weekend work.
Unique job features
The role includes leadership in capital projects, lean initiatives, vendor management, and acting as a subject matter expert in quality systems for engineering.
Company overview
Vericel Corporation is a leader in advanced cell therapies for the sports medicine and severe burn care markets. The company generates revenue primarily through the commercialization of its FDA-approved products, including MACI® for cartilage repair and Epicel® for treating severe burns. Founded in 1989, Vericel has a rich history of innovation in regenerative medicine, with a strong focus on improving patient outcomes through cutting-edge cellular therapies.
How to land this job
Position your resume to emphasize leadership in engineering projects, including detailed design, commissioning, and lifecycle support of manufacturing equipment and systems, aligning with Vericel's focus on advanced cell therapies and cGMP compliance.
Highlight experience managing and developing engineering teams, cross-functional collaboration, and vendor management, as these are key responsibilities in the Lead Engineer role at Vericel.
Apply through multiple platforms such as Vericel's corporate career page, LinkedIn, and relevant job boards to maximize visibility and application success.
Connect on LinkedIn with current engineers and managers in Vericel's Engineering or Facilities divisions; start conversations by commenting on recent company innovations or asking about their experience working on regenerative medicine projects.
Optimize your resume for ATS by including keywords such as 'cGMP environment,' 'engineering leadership,' 'capital projects,' 'commissioning,' 'lean initiatives,' and 'cross-functional teams' to ensure your resume passes automated screenings.
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