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Sterilization Engineer

W. L. Gore & Associates, Inc.
United States, Arizona, Phoenix
32470 North North Valley Parkway (Show on map)
Mar 10, 2026
About the Role We are looking for a Sterilization Engineer to join our team. In this role you will provide support for Gore's sterilization and microbiology programs encompassing both commercialized products and new product development, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and industry best practices. This position will be located at our facility in Flagstaff, Arizona, or Phoenix, Arizona with the possibility of a hybrid work arrangement. Responsibilities Provide technical support for contracted ethylene oxide, radiation and/or moist heat sterilization processes to maintain flow of commercial products Interact with contract sterilizers and test facilities, including resolution of non-conformances Analyze data and effectively implement process changes Conduct periodic requalification of existing sterilization processes Document work with protocols, reports and quality system documents Develop and maintain knowledge of applicable industry standards for sterilization Support product sterilization needs through the product life cycle and new product development activities with sterilization evaluations, adoptions, and rationales Partner with other sterilization team members in Phoenix (AZ), Flagstaff (AZ) and Elkton (MD) to support sterilization initiatives and projects Partner with manufacturing, packaging, quality assurance, regulatory, and other functions/teams to support sterilization activities, including involvement in bioburden and environmental monitoring programs Partner cross-functionally to support sterility assurance activities, providing solutions that reflect an understanding of business strategy, objectives, and cost implications Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in engineering, microbial science, OR other relevant science degree Experience working in a regulated industry and within a quality system Experience with process validation and/or equipment validation activities, particularly performance qualification (PQ) Strong verbal and written communication skills including strong documentation skills, with attention to detail Hands on working style, with a strong sense of personal responsibility to meet commitments Ability to communicate, integrate and collaborate with remote sterilization team members Ability to prioritize, initiate and drive projects to completion Ability to work effectively on an individual basis, within team situations and to collaborate with other functions Ability to troubleshoot, resolve complex technical problems and drive continuous improvement efforts Ability to travel up to 10% Desired Qualifications Experience in the medical or pharmaceutical industry Experience with moist heat, radiation, and ethylene oxide sterilization process validation, qualification, and applicable industry standards Knowledge regarding implementation of bioburden monitoring programs This position offers a hybrid work arrangement in the country from which the Associate is employed. Eligibility is dependent on the responsibilities of the role and business needs, and the Associate must agree to comply with Gore's work arrangement policies. What We Offer Our success is based on the capability and creativity of our Associates, and we are proud to offer a comprehensive and competitive total rewards program that supports your everyday and helps you build your tomorrow. We provide benefits that offer choice and flexibility and promote overall well-being. And in keeping with our belief that every Associate should share in the collective success of the enterprise; we provide a distinctive Associate Stock Ownership Plan in each country as well as potential opportunities for "profit-sharing". Learn more at gore.com/careers/benefits Gore is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, status as a qualified individual with a disability, genetic information, pregnancy status, medical condition, marital status, sexual orientation, status as a protected veteran, gender identity and expression, and any other characteristic protected by applicable laws and regulations. Gore is committed to a drug-free workplace. All employment is contingent upon successful completion of drug and background screening. Gore will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, e.g., arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable laws. Gore requires all applicants to be eligible to work within the United States. Gore generally will not sponsor visas unless otherwise noted on the position description.