Process Engineer

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Sr. Process Engineer – Clean Utilities based in United States.

• Lead clean utilities engineering initiatives across multiple stages of project development, including concept design, detailed design, implementation, testing, commissioning, qualification, and startup.
• Provide technical and operational support to Design, Construction Management, CQV/Start-up, and Operations teams for large-scale facility projects.
• Serve as the technical owner for clean utility systems, helping assess manufacturing processes and determine utility requirements.
• Develop technical documentation including specifications, RFP documentation, data sheets, User Requirement Specifications (URS), test plans, and project reports.
• Support FAT, SAT, CQV, and startup activities while ensuring systems meet technical, quality, and project requirements.
• Provide engineering support for RO, WFI, clean steam, process gases, and associated process equipment and utility systems.
• Support incident investigations, due diligence activities, corrective actions, and improvement initiatives related to clean utility systems.
• Review and analyze technical data, P&IDs, PFDs, material and energy balances, and other engineering documentation to support project decisions.
• Maintain accurate project documentation and communicate project status, risks, issues, and technical information clearly to customers, contractors, and project teams.
• Build strong, professional relationships with clients, suppliers, contractors, colleagues, and industry partners while maintaining composure and sound judgment in demanding situations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop innovative solutions and overcome technical or organizational resistance to change.
• Identify opportunities to improve sustainability, productivity, quality, profitability, and cost efficiency across client projects.
• Work independently while proactively seeking input and expertise from internal teams, customers, and industry resources when needed.
• Travel occasionally based on project requirements and maintain flexibility to support changing client and project needs.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, preferably Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline.
• 3–10 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry or in high-purity water, steam, process gases, or comparable process utility environments.
• Hands-on experience with clean utility systems such as reverse osmosis (RO), Water for Injection (WFI), clean steam, and process gases.
• Strong understanding of process equipment and the ability to define requirements and size supporting utility systems.
• Proficiency in interpreting and developing P&IDs, PFDs, material balances, and energy balances.
• Solid process engineering knowledge with the ability to apply engineering principles to complex facility and utility challenges.
• Working knowledge of cGMP requirements and applicable compendial standards as they relate to clean utility systems.
• Experience using engineering tools and software platforms to support design, analysis, documentation, and project execution.
• Demonstrated ability to lead initiatives, take ownership, work independently, and drive projects forward with limited supervision.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and documentation skills, with attention to accuracy and detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Strong collaboration and relationship-building skills, including the ability to work effectively with customers, contractors, suppliers, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Adaptability and enthusiasm for working across different projects, technical challenges, and changing priorities.
• FE or PE certification is a plus.
• Willingness to report regularly to a client site in Raleigh, North Carolina and travel occasionally as project needs require.

• Competitive compensation based on skills, experience, qualifications, and location.
• Eligibility for performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive U.S.-based benefits package.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Paid time off and company holidays.
• Wellness programs and employee assistance resources.
• Professional development and career growth support.
• Opportunity to contribute to complex, high-impact engineering projects in pharmaceutical and life sciences environments.
• Collaborative, people-focused environment with opportunities to work alongside multidisciplinary technical teams.