Iovance Biotherapeutics, Inc. · 20 hours ago
Facilities Engineer
Philadelphia, PA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expIovance Biotherapeutics is focused on developing autologous cell therapy treatments for various cancers. The Facilities Engineer will be responsible for the operation and optimization of equipment and utilities in a GMP Manufacturing Facility, ensuring reliable supply and compliance with safety regulations.
BiotechnologyClinical TrialsHealth CareHealth DiagnosticsMedical
Responsibilities
Demonstrate a strong understanding of HVAC, mechanical and electrical systems, and be able to troubleshoot as necessary
Prior experience working with cell therapy processing and laboratory equipment is highly desirable, including; BSC’s, incubators, refrigerators, centrifuges, -80C freezers and LN2 freezers
Monitor the utilities (CO2 and LN2) at the Spring Garden location daily, reorder and replace equipment to ensure reliable and uninterrupted supply
Provide engineering and/or technical expertise and support to all departments as needed
Provide engineering and/or project management support for all Facilities projects
Monitor and respond to alarms generated from the BMS/QEMS, including off-hours and weekends
Schedule, coordinate and escort external vendors for maintenance and calibration activities
Responsible for launching investigations, deviations, CAPAs, etc. related to GMP facilities, utilities, and equipment
Develop and enhance departmental standard operating procedures
Participate in the planning, design, budgeting, scheduling and execution of assigned projects
Conduct routine inspections of premises and equipment
Investigating problems and diagnosing and repairing faults
Ensure safe working conditions
Must adhere to Iovance Biotherapeutics’ core values, policies, procedures, and business ethics
Comply with Safety SOPs, SDS sheets, and laboratory procedures per company policy and OSHA regulations
Perform miscellaneous duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
BS or MS in Engineering or Technical field is required, or equivalent experience
3+ years of related BioPharma/Life Sciences experience required
Has comprehensive understanding of principles, theories, concepts, and industry practices and standards and their application
Must be able to wear appropriate clean room attire and all Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), i.e. scrubs, gowning coverall, masks, gloves, etc
Experience interfacing with other design disciplines including automation, facility design and mechanical design groups is required
Experience interfacing with CQV and operations teams is required
Experience using Building Management Systems (Siemens - Apogee/Desigo) and Environmental Monitoring Systems is required
Demonstrable experience on cGMP capital, maintenance, and operating projects
Excellent oral and written communication skills required
Preferred
Prior experience in cell therapy manufacturing is highly desirable
Extensive knowledge of small-scale cell culture processes and techniques is preferred
Quality mindset, familiar with 21 CFR Part 11 and standard GxP best practices and FDA regulations is preferred
Experience using Computerized Maintenance Management Software (Blue Mountain) is preferred
Company
Iovance Biotherapeutics, Inc.
Iovance Biotherapeutics (NASDAQ: IOVA) aims to be the global leader in innovating, developing and delivering tumor infiltrating lymphocyte (TIL) therapies for patients with cancer.
501-1000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.58B2024-02-20Post Ipo Equity· $211M
2023-07-10Post Ipo Equity· $150M
2020-05-27Post Ipo Equity· $603.7M
Leadership Team
Jean-Marc Bellemin
Chief Financial Officer
Cheryl Aranda
Executive Assistant to Chief Medical Officer
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