Job Title: Associate Engineer – Thermal Packaging Systems / Cold Chain Logistics / GMP Documentation & Project Support - (JP15311)
Location: Thousand Oaks, CA. 91320 (Hybrid)
Employment Type: Contract
Business Unit: Commercial Drug Product
Duration: 6+ months (with likely extensions and/or conversion to permanent)
Posting Date: 04/29/26
Pay Rate: $28 - $34/hour W2
Notes: Only qualified candidates need apply. Hybrid Set Up - 2 days onsite per week. Working Hours: Standard 8AM - 5PM

3Key Consulting is hiring an Associate Engineer – Thermal Packaging Systems / Cold Chain Logistics / GMP Documentation & Project Support for a consulting engagement with our direct client, a leading global biopharmaceutical company.

Job Description:
The Associate Engineer position is part of the Thermal Engineering Systems (TES) group at our client’s Thousand Oaks, CA. facility. This role is responsible for supporting TES project management and documentation activities. Under the guidance of senior staff, the individual will apply engineering principles and adhere to current SOPs to support the design, qualification, and implementation of thermal packaging systems. In addition, the role includes assisting with transportation laboratory testing, conducting experimental studies, and documenting results in compliance with SOPs.

Why is the Position Open?
Supplement additional workload on team.

Top Must Have Skills:

Knowledge of GMP-Bio/Pharma background
Project management and documentation
Proven written and oral communication skills

Day to Day Responsibilities:

Track TES project progress and update project dashboard
Author and revise controlled documents in document management system
Assist lab test execution and conduct characterization studies for TES projects
Participate in shipping solution qualification projects
Lead weekly team meetings to review project updates and facilitate team discussions
Maintain and update the SharePoint project management dashboard to track progress
Support shipping solution qualification projects and troubleshooting activities
Assist with laboratory test execution, perform thermal experiments, analyze data, and generate reports
Author and revise controlled documents (SOPs, PCS, RPTs, APPXs) within CDOCS and PLM systems
Collaborate with cross-functional teams on protocol reviews, test preparation, change control processes, and deviation/CAPA management
Utilize MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, Visio, PowerPoint, etc.) to develop documentation

Basic Qualifications:

Bachelor degree OR Associate degree and 4 years of experience OR High school diploma / GED and 6 years of experience
Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related science field (biotechnology, chemical, or mechanical engineering preferred)
Prior laboratory experience and knowledge of pharmaceutical GMP/GDP practices
Experience with project management and GDocP (Good Documentation Practices) preferred
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Demonstrated ability to execute engineering tasks in accordance with SOPs and established procedures

Red Flags:

Candidates who lack relevant skills
Candidates who do not meet the qualification requirements
Candidates who were separated from previous employment due to unethical behaviors

Interview process:
Phone interview followed by in person interview onsite

We invite qualified candidates to send your resume to resumes@3keyconsulting.com. If you decide that you’re not interested in pursuing this particular position, please feel free to take a look at the other positions on our website www.3keyconsulting.com/careers. You are also welcome to share this opportunity with anyone you think might be interested in applying for this role.

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