Engineer IV, Manufacturing Research

Responsibilities

• Lead a multidisciplinary team in the research and development of new high-volume manufacturing methods for clinical consumables.
• Guide the consumable design process to ensure scalability and high quality.
• Develop and prototype systems for consumable manufacturing and inspection.
• Make and guide key technical decisions throughout research and development activities.
• Perform hands-on work as part of active experimental programs.
• Prepare and present project designs, technical reports, and manufacturing procedures.
• Collaborate with Quality teams to ensure products meet regulatory standards and quality guidelines.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Biology, Chemistry, Biotechnology, Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in high throughput plastic manufacturing.
• Deep experience with manufacturing methods such as Roll-to-Roll processing, sheet-to-sheet processing, or similar.
• Proficiency in plastic film and metal foil processing, including bonding (thermal, ultrasonic, laser, etc.), forming, and cutting techniques.
• Experience with coating techniques (liquid/ink or vacuum-based) and biological handling.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in a related scientific or engineering field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience manufacturing biological products.
• Experience with cGMP and/or ISO certification.
• Expertise in manufacturing immunoassays, reagents, or in-vitro diagnostic devices.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage with prescription benefits.
• 401(k) plan with company matching.
• Paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, and parental leave.
• Company-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• Employee assistance program and various voluntary perks including fitness club contributions and pet insurance.

About the Company

MSD is a leader in developing high-impact research initiatives and next-generation diagnostic consumables. We foster a diverse and inclusive workplace dedicated to innovation in clinical and diagnostic technologies.