Senior Cell Processing Engineer – Duration-based Role

Johnson & Johnson

Senior Cell Processing Engineer at Johnson & Johnson leading CAR-T automation projects and ensuring compliance in cell therapy manufacturing. Collaborating across teams to drive operational readiness and efficiency.

Posted 7/14/2026full-timeRemote • New Jersey • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $122,000 - $212,750 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in site master planning, aseptic processing, and automation implementation, with a strong focus on compliance and operational efficiency. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage complex projects in cGMP manufacturing environments.

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Site Master PlanningAseptic ProcessingAutomation ImplementationCGMP ManufacturingTechnical Leadership

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Hard Skills

Grade A Equipment PlanningIsolator TechnologyProcess ValidationTechnology TransferOperational Documentation

Soft Skills

Strong CommunicationCollaborationIndependent WorkChange ManagementProblem Solving

Tools & Technologies

Automation PlatformsElectronic Batch RecordsTraining Materials

Industry Keywords

ComplianceRisk ReductionContamination ControlBiosafetyAdvanced Therapy Manufacturing

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead site master planning by translating capacity, technology, compliance, and business needs into facility and operational plans aligned with site strategy.
Provide technical leadership for Grade A equipment planning, installation, commissioning, qualification, and readiness, including isolators and aseptic processing technologies.
Lead CAR-T automation projects from assessment and business case input through implementation, testing, governance, and adoption.
Develop user requirements, support testing, assess process fit, and drive readiness for new equipment, automation platforms, systems, and processes.
Prioritize opportunities to improve efficiency, automation, reliability, cost, compliance, and risk reduction, with clear path-forward recommendations.
Direct operational documentation, including procedures, work instructions, electronic batch records, training materials, and change management outputs.
Represent Operations in key decisions across facility planning, equipment and process design, qualification, validation, technology transfer, and automation.
Apply aseptic processing, contamination control, closed processing, biosafety, and advanced therapy manufacturing expertise.
Apply technical and operational judgment to resolve complex issues and support scalable, compliant, inspection-ready operations.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum of 8 years of relevant work experience.
Experience in cGMP manufacturing, facility design, site master planning, aseptic equipment installation, isolator technology, automation implementation, technology transfer, validation, or quality operations.
Demonstrated ability to collaborate across internal and external partners in a matrixed environment.
Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, lead through change, and translate cross-functional issues into practical solutions.
Strong communication skills with ability to influence peers, provide direction, and support decision making.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Vacation –120 hours per calendar year
Sick time - 40 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Colorado –48 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Washington –56 hours per calendar year
Holiday pay, including Floating Holidays –13 days per calendar year
Work, Personal and Family Time - up to 40 hours per calendar year
Parental Leave – 480 hours within one year of the birth/adoption/foster care of a child
Bereavement Leave – 240 hours for an immediate family member: 40 hours for an extended family member per calendar year
Caregiver Leave – 80 hours in a 52-week rolling period
Volunteer Leave – 32 hours per calendar year
Military Spouse Time-Off – 80 hours per calendar year