Job Description
Job Description
Under general supervision, the Chemical Process Engineer provides characterization of process optimization strategies and/or troubleshooting of operational issues in operations, manufacturing, pilot plant, or capital projects environments. The engineer applies basic engineering principles to the design and implementation of system modifications, experiments, and capital projects. This role involves organizing, analyzing, and presenting interpretations of results for operational issues or engineering projects of minor scope and complexity.
FUNCTIONS:
- Provide solutions to a variety of technical problems of moderate scope and complexity.
- Under general supervision, evaluate, select, and apply standard engineering techniques and procedures. Assistance will be provided for unusual problems.
- Perform assignments with clear and specific objectives, requiring investigation of a limited number of variables.
- Initiate and complete routine technical tasks.
- Serve as a technical expert for equipment or systems, focusing on troubleshooting operations. Actively engage in daily operations when required to meet schedules or resolve complex problems.
- Routinely audit the operational performance and regulatory compliance of equipment or systems of significant complexity.
- Collaborate with research, manufacturing, maintenance, process development, utilities, facilities, quality assurance, and/or validation departments to develop system modification requirements and recommendations.
- Work under the direct supervision of project managers to complete design, engineering, and construction projects within schedule and budget constraints.
- Collaborate with consultants, architects, and engineering firms to develop standard design documents.
- Obtain and evaluate quotes for equipment modifications or installations.
- Generate project cost estimates and schedules.
Requirements
EDUCATION:
- Master’s degree OR Bachelor’s degree in Engineering with at least 2 years of Engineering experience.
- Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Electrical Engineering preferred.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Working knowledge of pharmaceutical/biotech processes.
- Familiarity with validation processes and documentation in a highly regulated environment.
- Ability to operate specialized laboratory equipment and computers.
- Ability to interpret and apply GLPs and GMPs.
- Ability to apply engineering science to production processes.
- Strong problem-solving and applied engineering skills.
- Basic technical report writing, verbal communication, and technical presentations.
- Knowledge of validation protocol execution requirements.
- Demonstrated skills in analytical problem solving, technical (equipment-specific) skills, and computer literacy.
Benefits
- 1st Shift
- 1 year contract with possible extension