Steven Short
About Steven Short
Steven Short is the Lead Process Engineer at Alkermes in Wilmington, Ohio, with a background in chemical engineering and extensive experience in process engineering roles.
Current Role at Alkermes
Steven Short is currently serving as the Lead Process Engineer at Alkermes, located in Wilmington, Ohio. His responsibilities include leading engineering efforts in the design and construction of a new aseptic filling suite. Steven collaborates regularly with a multi-disciplinary team on facility design, encompassing room layouts and environment classifications. He also works closely with equipment vendors to devise a continuous equipment line for aseptic filling of vials and specifies support equipment such as the Aseptic Powder Sifter and Filter Integrity Tester.
Previous Experience at Siegfried
From 2014 to 2017, Steven Short held the position of Senior Process Engineer at Siegfried - Expect More, located in Irvine, California. In this role, he gained extensive experience in process engineering, applying his expertise to improve operational efficiency and consistency in pharmaceutical manufacturing processes. This position helped him further develop his skills in managing complex engineering projects and working within cross-functional teams.
Professional Experience at Johnson & Johnson
Prior to his role at Siegfried, Steven Short worked at Johnson & Johnson as a Process Engineer 1 from 2011 to 2013 in the Greater Los Angeles Area. During his tenure, he was involved in various process engineering tasks, contributing to the optimization and reliability of manufacturing operations. His hands-on experience at a leading pharmaceutical company was crucial in honing his technical and project management skills.
Chemical Engineering Education
Steven Short completed his undergraduate studies at the University of California, Riverside, earning a Bachelor of Science degree in Chemical Engineering between 2006 and 2010. His academic background provided him with a solid foundation in chemical engineering principles, which he has successfully applied throughout his various professional roles in the pharmaceutical and biotech industries.
Notable Projects at Alkermes
At Alkermes, Steven Short has played an integral role in several critical projects. He has developed comprehensive processes for vial washing, depyrogenation, siliconization, filling, closing, autoclave load sterilization, and parts washing for Performance Qualification. He also led a team of manufacturing associates and engineers, contributing significantly to the startup of a new manufacturing area. These projects highlight Steven's ability to manage complex engineering challenges and his commitment to advancing manufacturing capabilities.