Christian Giotas
About Christian Giotas
Christian Giotas is a Senior Process Engineer with extensive experience in the life sciences sector, particularly in upstream process development and cGMP EPCMV projects. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering from the University of New Hampshire and has worked with notable companies such as Amgen, Barry-Wehmiller Design Group, and Lonza.
Work at Barry-Wehmiller Design Group
Christian Giotas has been employed at Barry-Wehmiller Design Group as a Senior Process Engineer since 2020. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing various engineering projects within the life sciences sector. His work involves interfacing with key stakeholders, plant personnel, contractors, and other engineers to ensure the successful delivery of projects. Prior to his current position, he worked at the same organization as a Process Engineer from 2017 to 2020, contributing to the development and execution of engineering solutions.
Education and Expertise
Christian Giotas earned a Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering from the University of New Hampshire, where he studied from 2013 to 2017. His educational background provides him with a strong foundation in chemical engineering principles and practices. He also possesses OSHA-10 certification and has received training to work in controlled environments, such as cleanrooms and electrically classified areas. This expertise is essential for his role in the life sciences industry.
Background in Biotech Internships
Christian Giotas has gained valuable experience through various internships in the biotechnology sector. He worked as an Upstream Process Development Intern at Amgen for two months in 2015 in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Additionally, he served as a Manufacturing Engineer Intern at Lonza for three months in 2016 in Portsmouth, New Hampshire. These internships provided him with hands-on experience in upstream disposable bioreactors and mixers from Cytiva and GE Healthcare.
Experience with cGMP EPCMV Projects
Christian Giotas has extensive experience in the entire life-cycle of cGMP EPCMV projects. His expertise includes concept development, detailed design, field supervision of trades, system start-up and troubleshooting, and commissioning. This comprehensive knowledge allows him to effectively manage and execute projects within the life sciences sector, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.
High School Education
Christian Giotas completed his high school education at Exeter High School from 2009 to 2013. This foundational education set the stage for his further studies in chemical engineering and his subsequent career in the engineering field.