MSAT Process Engineer II

Lantheus (NASDAQ: LNTH) is the leading radiopharmaceutical-focused company, delivering life-changing science to enable clinicians to Find, Fight and Follow disease to deliver better patient outcomes. Headquartered in Massachusetts with offices in New Jersey, Canada, Germany, Sweden, Switzerland and United Kingdom, Lantheus has been providing radiopharmaceutical solutions for nearly 70 years.

Today, we’re expanding our portfolio and pipeline across oncology, neurology and cardiology. Through recent acquisitions, along with strategic partnerships across the life sciences ecosystem, we are accelerating our efforts to advance precision medicine and improve patient outcomes around the world.

At Lantheus we are purpose-driven, and every employee plays a vital role in our success. We’re dedicated to cultivating a high-growth, forward-thinking culture where innovation thrives and diverse perspectives drive meaningful progress.

Join us and be part of a company where your contributions make a real impact, because we know someone’s health is in our hands.

Summary of role

In this position, the ideal candidate would have strong background in assessing and processing quality events inclusive of deviations, CAPA plans and actions, and investigations. The candidate will support with guidance projects collaborating across multiple teams. The individual will possess strong partnership skills to build and maintain relationships. The individual will with guidance assess and execute projects to optimize existing and new processes, components, raw materials, and final product packaging. The individual will manage component, raw materials and packaging changes, replacements, and upgrades.  The individual will support Procurement with response to supply shortage, helping to identify and implement alternatives. The individual will provide technical support and conduct investigations into product/process quality events. The individual will serve as a subject matter expert for aseptic processes and components and visual inspection.

This position is based in Billerica, MA and requires a presence on-site, and open to applicants authorized to work for any employer within the United States.

Key Responsibilities/Essential Functions

• Provide day-to-day technical support to manufacturing operations, ensuring reliable production.


• Lead investigations for moderate- to high-complexity deviations, perform root cause analyses, and implement CAPAs in collaboration with QA and operations teams.


• Author and revise controlled documents, including manufacturing documentation, technical reports, protocols (e.g., process validation, equipment qualification), and risk assessments.


• Support process monitoring, trending, and data analysis activities to drive continuous improvement and maintain a state of control.


• Participate in cross-functional teams for process changes, equipment upgrades, and lifecycle projects, ensuring alignment with regulatory and quality requirements.


• Act as a technical contributor in change control execution, including impact assessments, protocol generation, and implementation planning.


• Support and/or lead multiple technical transfers, scale-ups, and process validation activities.


• Collaborate with stakeholders in Manufacturing, QA, QC, Engineering, and Supply Chain to ensure timely and compliant execution of manufacturing campaigns.


• Ensure compliance with applicable regulations, including 21 CFR Parts 210, 211, 820, EU GMP Annex 1.


• Support readiness activities for internal and regulatory audits, including documentation review and SME participation.


• Actively demonstrates Lantheus’ values.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Nuclear Engineering, Chemistry, or a related technical field (advanced degree preferred).


• 6+ years of experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing, with a strong focus on sterile injectable or radiopharmaceutical production.


• Solid understanding of cGMPs, aseptic processing, cleanroom operations, and medical device/combination product regulations (21 CFR 210, 21 CFR 211, 21 CFR 820, ISO 13485).


• Demonstrated ability to investigate deviations, problem solve, and execute changes within a quality system framework. Advanced technical writing skills required.


• Hands-on experience with equipment commonly used in sterile fill/finish operations.


• Familiarity with process validation, equipment qualification, and risk management principles.


• Self-starter with strong interpersonal and communication skills; able to work independently and in cross-functional teams.


• Proficiency in Excel, data analysis tools, and electronic document/change control systems (e.g., TrackWise, CATSWeb). Skilled at presenting technical content to technical and non-technical audiences.


• Expertise with GMP documentation requirements and awareness of requirements in a regulated environment.

Other Requirements

• Work in cleanroom environments required.


• Some off-shift or weekend coverage may be needed based on production schedules


• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project is required.


• Candidate represents Lantheus to external organizations and must exhibit the highest levels of personal integrity, quality, and professionalism. 


• Travel may be required and is dictated by product needs and project deliverables, including overnight travel to Lantheus and CMO locations. 

Core Values

The ideal candidate will embody Lantheus core values:

• Let people be their best


• Respect one another and act as one


• Learn, adapt, and win


• Know someone’s health is in our hands


• Own the solution and make it happen

The pay range for this position is between $89,000 and $148,000 annually.

Actual base pay offered may vary depending on a number of factors such as job-related knowledge, skills and experience. Employees in this position are eligible for a discretionary performance-based cash incentive, and depending on the level of the role may be eligible for a discretionary annual equity award. Benefits for this position include a comprehensive health benefits package that includes medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage. Other offerings include life and disability benefits, pre-tax accounts, a 401(k) with company contribution, and a variety of other benefits. In addition, employees are eligible for a generous time off package including paid vacation, holidays, sick days, and paid parental leave. Interested candidates can apply at Lantheus.com. Applications for this position will be accepted until August 14, 2026.

Lantheus is committed to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a person's actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, related medical conditions and lactation), gender identity or gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information, or any characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances.

Any applicant requiring an accommodation in connection with the hiring process and/or to perform the essential functions of the position for which the applicant has applied should make a request to the Lantheus Talent Acquisition team at [email protected].

Lantheus is an E-Verify Employer.