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Downstream Engineer III

Takeda
September 06, 2026
Full-time
On-site
Lexington, MA
$141,240 - $141,240 USD yearly
Operations
Role: Downstream Process Development Engineer III supporting biotherapeutics process development. Responsibilities: execute purification experiments including chromatography, ultrafiltration, diafiltration, and viral clearance across micro, bench, and pilot scales; maintain lab equipment; document data; analyze results; support process optimization; contribute to continuous improvement; assist with project tasks under supervision. Requirements: Bachelor's degree with 2+ years or Master's in chemical engineering, chemistry, biochemistry, or related field; experience with downstream bioprocess steps; familiarity with electronic lab notebooks, data analysis, and process development practices. Preferred: experience in protein purification, bioprocess control systems, and knowledge of quality standards. HighValue: focus on biotherapeutics, process development, protein purification, viral clearance, laboratory experimentation, and process optimization; laboratory work in controlled environments, some physical requirements. WorkSetup: based in Lexington, MA; full-time, on-site; includes exposure to manufacturing environment and safety protocols.