3 Key Consulting, Inc.

Associate Engineer – Thermal Packaging Systems / Cold Chain Logistics / GMP Documentation & Project Support - (JP15311)

3 Key Consulting, Inc.  •  $28 - $34/hr  •  Thousand Oaks, CA (Hybrid)  •  28 days ago
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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.


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.
3 Key Consulting, Inc.

About 3 Key Consulting, Inc.

3Key Consulting specializes in the rapid recruitment and placement of business and IT professional within the life sciences and healthcare industries. With 12 years of experience, 3Key has established a vast network of industry professionals and forged strong partnerships/alliances with key academic institutions across the country to continually develop our business professional and niche skill pipeline.

3KC offers a full suite of staffing solutions including PEO and compliance services. 3KC has several technology and industry domain practices including competencies in business intelligence, healthcare and life sciences.

People, process, and technology are 3 key areas of focus that we carefully examine individually and jointly, in order to deliver on our client's 3 key areas of focus - better, faster and cost effective BI and staffing solutions.

MISSION:

To create a better work experience for our customers, partners and employees through exceptional dedication and performance.

• We make hiring easier

• We build strong teams

• We bring about positive outcomes

VISION:

3 Key Consulting’s responsibility is to continually improve the manner and efficiency in which human resources and businesses are brought together to create value. Our vision is to put programs into action that improve market efficiencies while helping businesses and people be more productive.

Industry
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Company Size
1-10 employees
Headquarters
Simi Valley, CA
Year Founded
2009
Website
3keyconsulting.com
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