Engineering Intern

The Asahi Kasei Group operates with a commitment of creating for tomorrow. Our business sectors, Material, Homes, and Health Care, contribute to the development of society by anticipating the changing needs of those around the world. We look for candidates that offer a fresh perspective and a variety of skills to help us achieve our commitment. We are currently seeking applications to fill the following job opening at Asahi Kasei Bioprocess where we sell Planova® virus removal filters and develops and manufactures related bioprocess equipment. Company: Asahi Kasei Bioprocess America, Inc. Job Description: The Engineering Intern will assist with the specification, design, manufacture, documentation, and qualification of custom and standard capital equipment used for pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical product manufacturing (example equipment types include chromatography, buffer formulation, virus filtration, oligonucleotide synthesis): assist project team during any project-related activities interface as appropriate with vendors interface as appropriate with customer stakeholders assist with equipment assembly assist with commissioning and validating assembled equipment manage variety of concurrent assignments apply curious, energetic, and customer-focused mindset make suggestions for improvement as applicable Primary Duties and Responsibilities Customer Projects: Create and / or review design documents, including technical drawings and specification documents Create and / or review detailed project-specific test protocols in accordance with GAMP and established templates and practices Execute testing activities including mechanical and automation commissioning, GAMP qualification, and Factory Acceptance Testing Construct user manuals and other customer-facing documents to comply with project requirements and realize customer satisfaction, and perform engineering review of final documentation turnover packages Internal Projects: Research technology, components, companies, or solutions for specific internal projects Contribute to process improvement activities as directed Additional Duties and Responsibilities Seek and participate in current, relevant technical training as well as non-technical training opportunities Provide subject matter training to colleagues and customers Contribute technical support to Quality for addressing customer feedback and supplier issues Minimum Requirements Currently in pursuit of Bachelors or Masters Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical, Biomedical) Ability to work onsite at Glenview facility Awareness of Quality Management Systems Awareness of personal strengths, weaknesses, and impact of decisions on wider team and department Eagerness to learn new technical information, new processes, and new skills Willingness to assist outside of everyday responsibilities when required Possess these qualities: energetic, positive, strong interpersonal communicator, detail-oriented, ethics-minded, problem-solver, adaptable, team-oriented, customer-focused, and self-motivated Physical Demands and Environmental Conditions Occasional exposure to pressurized liquids, live electrical circuits, and/or chemical solutions requiring proper personal protective equipment (provided) The base compensation range for this role is $18-20/hour. Base Compensation is influenced by many factors including, but not limited to: time in the role, previous experience, skills, knowledge, performance, work requirements, internal equity, and business / economic conditions. About Asahi Kasei Bioprocess America, Inc. Asahi Kasei Bioprocess America, Inc. (AKBA) provides pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical manufacturers with a comprehensive suite of tools to maximize safety and improve yields of biotherapeutics during research, clinical and commercial-scale production. Planova virus-removal filters anchor a diverse product portfolio defined by quality, consistency and scalability. Additional areas of expertise include liquid chromatography, inline buffer dilution and oligonucleotide synthesis. We are a growing team (140+) of professionals excited about what we do and our ability to impact healthcare delivery systems worldwide. We offer a "big company" benefits package and a "small company" culture and work environment. Every employee at Asahi Kasei Bioprocess America can impact our future. Please note, we will not be providing immigration-related sponsorship now or in the future for this role. #LI-SG1 As an equal opportunity employer, Asahi Kasei believes a diverse workforce will provide us with the ability to continuously support the changes in the economy, society, and environment. Be cautious of fraudulent communications claiming to be from Asahi Kasei. Incidents have occurred in which individuals impersonating Asahi Kasei recruiters have contacted people on LinkedIn requesting personal information. If someone does not have a verification badge, that person is not authorized to engage in recruitment activities on behalf of Asahi Kasei. Please also note that we never ask applicants to make any payments in the recruitment process. If you receive any suspicious messages or recruitment outreach that does not meet these criteria, please do not respond, and report the matter directly to LinkedIn. Asahi Kasei in North America emphasizes recruiting key talent within the region. Across our multiple business units, we focus on growth, innovation, and initiative to help develop our people and give them the resources they need to succeed. Part of our mission is to be a good corporate citizen, dedicating our time to employees, customers, and communities around us. As an employer, Asahi Kasei offers a comprehensive benefits package, growth opportunities throughout our companies, and a diverse environment to enhance your career. About Asahi Kasei The Asahi Kasei Group contributes to life and living for people around the world. Since its foundation in 1922, Asahi Kasei has consistently grown through the proactive transformation of its business portfolio to meet the evolving needs of every age. With more than 46,000 employees around the world, the company contributes to a sustainable society by providing solutions to the world's challenges through its three business sectors of Material, Homes, and Health Care. In North America, Asahi Kasei currently has over 23 business units and 10,000 employees. Our People Asahi Kasei recognizes that our people are our greatest strength. We operate with an emphasis on developing our employees and promoting from within. Our broad spectrum of companies within the Material, Homes, and Health Care sectors allows employees to collaborate across locations and industries. The possibilities for employees will continue to grow as we accelerate new business activity internally and externally through mergers and acquisitions. For assistance in submitting your application or with the careers site, please reach out to Asahi-WFP@ak-america.com. Please note we do not accept resumes or applications via email. Don't see an opening that matches your skills? 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