The Principal Engineer is a key member of the Amgen Colorado (ACO) Industrial Engineering Group. The Industrial Engineering Group enables teams and business functions to reduce waste by improving efficiencies, improving productivity, and reducing rework and waste through the use and application of Continuous Improvement tools, techniques, and methodologies. The Principal Engineer will have in-depth knowledge of Continuous Improvement tools, techniques, and methodologies and practical experience applying them to improve the performance of processes, people, and systems.
The Principal Engineer will engage with internal customers to support their efforts to solve complex problems and improve performance. Engagement will include but not be limited to the following:
Deliver training on Continuous Improvement tools, techniques, and methodologies to staff and leaders.
Coach and mentor site staff involved in Continuous Improvement activities.
Perform analysis to identify opportunities for improvement and make recommendations to management.
Support teams assigned to implementing the recommendations. Basic Qualifications • Doctorate degree & 2 years of directly related experience
OR
Master’s degree & 6 years of directly related experience
OR
Bachelor’s degree or & 8 years of directly related experience
OR
Associate’s degree & 10 years of directly related experience
OR
High school diploma / GED & 12 years of directly related experience Preferred Qualifications Master’s degree (Science, Engineering, MBA) & 5 years of directly related experience in pharmaceutical or biotechnology industries
5 years of experience in Industrial Engineering and/or Operational Excellence related roles
Competencies / Skills:
Can successfully operate in a matrix or team environment with site, divisional, and corporate executive leadership
Proven project management skills and leadership and demonstrated ability to execute and manage complex projects and programs
Can manage multiple responsibilities, priorities and tasks with minimal direction
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills
Strong analytical skills
Executive presentation experience
Experience implementing Continuous Improvement methodologies such as Six Sigma, DMAIC, and /or Lean Manufacturing
Experience developing standards (labor/machine) and performing resource modeling
Financial acumen
Ability to resolve conflicts
Tolerance to ambiguity
Ability to make disciplined decisions
Experience with regulated environments (i.e. cGMP, OSHA, EPA) required
Strong computer skills and demonstrated expertise with MS Office applications including MS Project
Ability to influence at all levels of the organization
Ability to partner with stakeholders on priorities and achievements
