Mission Summary:

Our Component Engineering Team in Pittsburgh is seeking a Senior Hardware Engineer for Radar Components to lead the development of next-generation radar technology powering advanced mobility systems. In this role, you’ll take ownership of radar component design from concept to production, defining requirements, selecting and managing suppliers, integrating systems, driving testing and validation, resolving issues, and ensuring production readiness. 

This is an onsite, hybrid position based in Pittsburgh, PA.

What you'll be doing:

• Lead technical supplier management, coordinating technical activities and project milestones across internal and external stakeholders.
• Compile, define, and maintain complete sets of requirements for radar components.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Perception, Systems, Mechanical, Vehicle, Manufacturing, Quality, Software, Cybersecurity, Diagnostics, and Reliability teams.
• Develop and support testing for ML-based algorithms, including test design, planning, execution, and data collection.
• Lead radar acceptance, performance, and characterization testing to ensure robust system performance.
• Support and drive vehicle integration efforts for radar systems.
• Conduct root cause analysis and oversee issue resolution to maintain quality and reliability.
• Lead continuous improvement projects focused on radar components and processes.

What we're looking for:

• Deep understanding of radar hardware, radar DSP, and radar testing and performance.
• Proven experience developing automotive radar components and radar system design.
• 5+ years of experience in the automotive or a related industry.
• Experience with multi-domain controllers, secure gateways, or ADAS controller development.
• Comfortable debugging, disassembling, modifying, and installing electrical and mechanical systems in vehicles.
• Strong ability to operate within rigid design, integration, and time constraints.
• Basic knowledge of vehicle electrical and networking systems (CAN, LIN, Ethernet, etc.).
• Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate globally across teams and levels to drive project success.
• Self-motivated, organized, and flexible individual with the ability to balance and prioritize multiple diverse projects.
• Creative and resourceful problem-solver who ensures quality results independently and in teams.
• Hands-on vehicle integration experience, including wiring harnesses and packaging, is preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (STEM) or a related field.

This position may require the use of power tools, as defined by OSHA (electric, pneumatic, liquid fuel, hydraulic, or powder-actuated tools). While performing job duties, employees may be required to convey and detect communication, remain stationary for up to 50% of the time, move within designated areas, and operate office equipment. The role may occasionally involve moving objects up to 50 pounds.

Suvoda is a global clinical trial technology company shaping digital experiences that enable clinical trial sponsor and site professionals to take full command over the inherent logistical complexity behind mission-critical and time-sensitive patient interactions in life-sustaining studies for therapeutic areas such as oncology, central nervous system, and rare disease.  

Supporting clinical trials means supporting unique experiments that are inherently complex, high-stakes, and dynamic. It is imperative that Suvoda staff working with clients, end-users, or the systems that client and end-users interact with understand the clinical trial industry, regulations, Suvoda’s software products and processes, and especially the specificities of the unique trial in question before taking any actions they may alter the data of the system in question.  

Responsibilities:

• Work within a cross-functional project team to develop Interactive Response Technology (IRT) for randomization and drug supply management
• Review user requirements specifications, verifying that all requirements can be implemented with the Suvodasoftware in the required timeframe 
• Assistwith the creation of implementation design and technical design documentation 
• Develop software systems that are reliable, maintainable, and efficient, with emphasis on patient safety and integrity of clinical study data
• Manage the deployment of SuvodaIRT systems into all environments, completing all required documentation 
• Assistthe support team with troubleshooting and resolution of issues reported on production systems 
• Participate in the product research and development process by providing the engineering team with new solutionsand ideas based on project experience 
• Generate ideas for innovative technological solutions to increase the quality of Suvodasystem 
• Perform other related duties as required
  

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree 
• At least 1 year working experience with C#, .NET, and SQL Server
• Familiarity with Web-Services,  ModelView Controller (MVC) and Entity Framework (EF) a plus 
• High achieving personality
• Desire to learn and grow
• Strong work ethic
• Sense of ownership
• Proactive attitude
• Time management and organizational skills
• Attention to detail

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Kyowa Kirin is a fast-growing global specialty pharmaceutical company that applies state-of-the-art biotechnologies to discover and deliver novel medicines in four disease areas: bone and mineral; intractable hematologic; hematology oncology; and rare disease.  A Japan-based company, our goal is to make people smile by delivering breakthroughs where no adequate treatments currently exist, working from drug discovery to product development and commercialization. In North America, we are headquartered in Princeton, NJ, with offices in California, Massachusetts, and Ontario.

This territory cover - Massachusetts, Connecticut, Rhode Island, Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Central & Western Pennsylvania, New York (excluding NYC), Ohio, West Virginia

Summary of Job:

The Regional Account Manager (RAM) – Rare Disease is a critical commercial role responsible for expanding the diagnosed patient population and driving appropriate treatment initiation through education-driven, data-informed field engagement. This role is designed to complement existing Regional Business Manager (RBM) coverage by placing primary emphasis on new and earlier patient identification, diagnostic pathway enablement, and referral network activation.

In rare disease markets, where growth is driven by patient identification rather than market share shifts, the Regional Account Manager focuses on uncovering diagnostic gaps, enabling earlier disease recognition, and ensuring appropriate handoff of qualified patient opportunities to RBMs for treatment initiation and account execution. The RAM serves as a field integrator across the local ecosystem and works in close collaboration with Regional Business Managers and relevant cross-functional partners

Essential Functions:

Patient Identification & Diagnostic Enablement

• Identify rare disease patients through engagement with healthcare providers, including but not limited to IM/FP, General Pediatrics, Rheumatology, Physical Therapy, Pain Management, and other non-traditional specialties
• Identify and address diagnostic gaps within targeted accounts that may delay or prevent accurate diagnosis
• Map, influence, and support local diagnostic and referral pathways to reduce time from disease suspicion to confirmed diagnosis
• Support appropriate use of diagnostic tools and specialist referrals, including utilization of approved HCP identification tools
• Serve as a field integrator to help ensure potential patients are identified throughout the diagnostic journey

Territory Strategy & Data-Driven Execution

• Develop and execute a business plan focused on patient identification and diagnostic activation
• Utilize claims data, internal analytics, Power BI mapping, and other approved data sources to identify high-probability patient opportunities
• Continuously refine targeting and territory strategy based on real-world outcomes, field insights, and performance metrics
• Analyze local and regional trends to inform short- and long-term business planning

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner closely with Regional Business Managers and appropriate cross-functional partners to ensure coordinated, compliant patient identification efforts
• Execute compliant transitions of qualified patient opportunities to RBMs for treatment initiation and account execution

Compliance & Professional Conduct

• Communicate all disease, diagnostic, and product-related information in a truthful, non-misleading manner consistent with company policies and all applicable laws and regulations
• Utilize only on-label, approved materials and seek guidance from management, Compliance, or Legal when uncertainty exists
• Adhere strictly to all regulatory, compliance, and company policies, including appropriate handling of confidential patient information

Success Metrics (KPIs)

Primary Metrics

• Number of newly identified and qualified patient opportunities
• Growth in confirmed diagnoses
• Expansion of new prescriber base
• Qualified patient transitions to RBMs

Secondary Metrics

• Conversion of qualified transitions to enrollment forms
• Contribution to new patient starts
• Percentage of transitions meeting defined qualification criteria (including pedigree relevance and confirmed referral pathway)
• Educational discussions, including speaker programs and conferences

Job Requirements:

Education 

• Bachelor’s degree in science or business required. 

Experience 

• Minimum of 5 years of rare disease experience or experience selling in complex disease states preferred
• Demonstrated experience and success in patient identification, disease education, or complex diagnostic markets
• Proven ability to operate effectively in long-cycle sales environments
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate data into actionable territory strategies
• Demonstrated ability to influence multiple stakeholders without direct authority
• Strong verbal, written, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to work autonomously while maintaining strong cross-functional collaboration
• Residence within close proximity to assigned geography
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional development

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in rare disease or other highly specialized therapeutic areas
• Demonstrated understanding of referral networks
• Strong business planning and strategic thinking capabilities
• Strong business development skills

Travel Requirements

• Requires up to approximately 70% domestic travel
• Must possess a valid U.S. driver’s license with a clean driving record
• Position requires overnight domestic travel based on regional and territory needs

Technical Skills

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and CRM systems
• Comfortable with data visualization and analytics platforms

Non-Technical Skills

• Highly motivated with strong attention to detail
• Ability to manage ambiguity and complexity
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Cultural sensitivity and ability to collaborate within a multinational organization

The anticipated salary for this position will be $185,500 to $202,000. The actual salary offered for this role at commencement of employment may vary based on several factors including but not limited to relevant experience, skill set, qualifications, education (including applicable licenses and certifications, job-based knowledge, location, and other business and organizational needs.

The listed salary is just one component of the overall compensation package. At Kyowa Kirin North America we provide a comprehensive range of benefits including:

• 401K with company matching
• Annual Bonus Program (Sales Bonus for Sales Jobs)
• Generous PTO and Holiday Schedule which includes a Summer and Winter Shut-Down, Sick Days and, Volunteer Days
• Healthcare Benefits (Medical, Dental, Prescription Drugs and Vision)
• HSA & FSA Programs
• Well-Being and Work/Life Programs
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Concierge Service
• Pet Insurance
• Tuition Assistance
• Employee Referral Awards

The compensation and benefits information set forth in this posting applies to candidates hired in the United States. Candidates hired outside the United States will be eligible for compensation and benefits in accordance with their local market.

KKNA and all of its employees have an obligation to act in accordance with the law and with integrity in all our operations and interactions

It is the policy of Kyowa Kirin North America, Inc. to provide equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, religion, creed, color, pregnancy, sex, age, national origin, disability, genetic trait or predisposition, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation or affection preference or citizenship status or any other category protected by law.

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Your personal data will be retained by Controller as long as Controller determines it is necessary to evaluate your application for employment.  Under the GDPR, if you are located in the European Union, you have the right to request access to your personal data, to request that your personal data be rectified or erased, and to request that processing of your personal data be restricted. You also have the right to data portability, and to lodge a complaint with an EU supervisory authority. If you have any questions about our use of your data, you may contact us by email at usprivacyoffice@kyowakirin.com.

Recruitment & Staffing Agencies

Kyowa Kirin does not accept agency resumes unless contacted directly by internal Kyowa Kirin Talent Acquisition. Please do not forward resumes to Kyowa Kirin employees or any other company location; Kyowa Kirin is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

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CONTROL SYSTEMS ENGINEER

(AUTOMATION, INFORMATION & OPERATIONS TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS)

We are seeking a control systems engineer with 3-5 years of experience in life sciences manufacturing, specialty chemicals, water/wastewater, oil & gas, energy, or another regulated process control environment in the greater Philadelphia, Princeton, Reading, Wilmington, or Allentown area.

SUMMARY

This position will primarily be involved in the specification, design, and configuration of programmable logic controllers (PLC), distributed control systems (DCS), manufacturing execution systems (MES), and data historians (OSI PI).  As part of an internal project team or supporting a client at their site, this role will interact with cross-functional groups to propose and assess modifications to equipment and processes to improve the efficiency of the operations to include preparing and executing engineering documentation, operating/maintenance procedures, commissioning and validation test plans for multiple process and utility systems.    

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• 3 + years in control systems design and implementation. Preferably a broad technical base of experience in the SDLC of automated systems (process controls, MES, and/or data management).
• Good process knowledge and a thorough understanding of engineering documents, process control (to include PLC/DCS/SCADA), networks, control systems and application engineering.
• Working knowledge of structured methodologies for manufacturing systems such as programming skills.  Experience with Emerson DeltaV and/or the Allen Bradley family of controller and interfaces are strongly preferred.
• Prior experience in the biotechnology, pharmaceutical or similar FDA regulated industry is preferred along with experience in the development and execution of test plans, IQ, OQ, PQ validation protocols for new or upgraded integrated factory floor systems.

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