Product Engineer I

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At Cytiva, one of Danaher’s 15+ operating companies, our work saves lives—and we’re all united by a shared commitment to innovate for tangible impact. 

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Working at Cytiva means being at the forefront of providing new solutions to transform human health. Our incredible customers undertake life-saving activities ranging from fundamental biological research to developing innovative vaccines, new medicines, and cell and gene therapies.

At Cytiva you will be able to continuously improve yourself and us – working on challenges that truly matter with people that care for each other, our customers, and their patients. Take your next step to an altogether life-changing career.

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Product Engineer I is responsible for supporting projects to resolve customer and manufacturing issues using data driven structure problem solving methodologies. Participate in new product introduction (NPI) activities, including data collection, protocol execution, and documentation support for process validation and qualification.

This position reports to the Sr. Product Engineering Manager and is part of the Product Engineering Team located in Pensacola, Florida and will be an on-site role. 

What will you do:

• Support structured problem-solving activities (5 Whys, basic PSP) by collecting data, documenting findings, and assisting with root cause analysis under guidance.
• Assist in gathering and analyzing process and quality data to support CTQ identification and monitoring of process performance.
• Participate in NPI activities, including data collection, protocol execution, and documentation support for process validation and qualification.
• Support raw material changes by helping collect supplier data, executing test protocols, and documenting results for engineering assessments.
• Maintain and update process documentation (SOPs, work instructions, control plans) in alignment with change control requirements.

Who you are:

• Bachelor of Science (BS) in Engineering or related technical discipline (or equivalent combination of education and internship/co-op experience).
• 0–3 years of experience in engineering, manufacturing, or quality (internships/co-ops highly valued).
• Basic understanding of manufacturing processes; exposure to polymeric materials or life sciences manufacturing is a plus.
• Foundational knowledge of problem-solving methodologies (e.g., 5 Whys, basic root cause analysis); familiarity with DBS concepts preferred.
• Basic understanding of statistics and data analysis (SPC, DOE concepts), with ability to learn and apply under guidance.

It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in:

• Regulated manufacturing environment (cGMP/ISO).

Cytiva, a Danaher operating company, offers a broad array of comprehensive, competitive benefit programs that add value to our lives. Whether it’s a health care program or paid time off, our programs contribute to life beyond the job. Check out our benefits at Danaher Benefits Info.

Join our winning team today. Together, we’ll accelerate the real-life impact of tomorrow’s science and technology. We partner with customers across the globe to help them solve their most complex challenges, architecting solutions that bring the power of science to life.

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