Process Engineer III at Anika

Location: Fenland District, England
Type: Full-time
Posted: Dec 29, 2025

Description

The Process Engineer III leads and executes diverse process improvement initiatives and process development projects for medical devices and drug products. This role involves acting as a technical lead on multi-disciplinary teams, designing, purchasing, validating, and implementing equipment and systems that support cGMP-compliant manufacturing. The engineer applies strong analytical skills to solve complex problems, optimize processes, and ensure timely, effective decisions aligned with corporate goals.

Required Skills

cGMP
Six Sigma
Lean
Project Management
Statistical Analysis

Additional Information

Minimum Education: Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
Required Previous Experiences: 5–8 years in a cGMP-regulated environment.
Experience with medical device manufacturing and packaging equipment/processes.
Demonstrated expertise in material, equipment, and process validation per medical device and pharmaceutical industry standards.
Preferred Qualifications: Master’s degree in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering or related field.
Excellent equipment and process troubleshooting skills.
Strong communication skills (written and verbal), including ability to present to large groups and management.
Familiarity with FDA, ISO 13485, and EU MDR compliance for medical devices.
Proficiency with statistical analysis software and techniques.
Experience with processes such as formulation and filling for viscous solutions, aseptic manufacturing, or fiber extrusion and carding
Experience with terminal sterilization (steam, gamma, VHP and EtO).
Ability to manage time effectively, prioritize workload, and deliver results autonomously.
Strong personal values: honesty, integrity, people development, and drive for results.
Experience with automation platforms such as Rockwell Automation, Ignition, Siemens, Wonderware and Modicon.
Experience supporting scale-up and tech transfer from R&D to manufacturing.
Familiarity with ERP and MES systems.