Engineer, Operational Excellence (Biotech)

Location: On-site full-time in Durham, North Carolina, United States

Salary: $69,000–$93,000 annual base pay, with potential annual bonus and incentives.

Company

Healthcare company developing technologies for early cancer detection using next-generation sequencing, clinical studies, computer science, and data science.

What you will do

• Generate and automate KPI reporting while maintaining data integrity and usability.
• Analyze operational data and process variation to identify trends, deviations, and improvement opportunities.
• Apply Statistical Process Control and Quality Control methods to improve process stability.
• Execute Lean initiatives, including 5S, Kaizen events, and Six Sigma projects.
• Partner with Operations, Engineering, Software, and Product teams to pilot, measure, and scale process improvements.
• Document operational issues, risks, and opportunities and support improvement prioritization.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Life Sciences, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• At least 3 years of experience in process engineering, operations, or continuous improvement, preferably in biotech, diagnostics, or manufacturing.
• Working knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, and Kaizen methodologies.
• Experience with data analysis and visualization tools such as Excel, SQL, Python, Tableau, or Power BI.
• Familiarity with SPC, QC tools, and statistical analysis techniques.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, collaboration, and attention-to-detail skills.

Culture & Benefits

• Work across office, production, and executive environments.
• Exposure to manufacturing environments involving noise, chemicals, and production equipment.
• Personal protective equipment is required in designated areas.
• Flexible time off or vacation and flexible or extended hours when needed.
• Benefits include a 401(k) with employer match, medical, dental, vision coverage, and mindfulness programs.