Process Engineer

Job Title: Process Engineer – Greenfield Site Startup

Company: United Pharma Technologies Inc

Employment Type: Contract

Duration: 12+ Months

Job Description:

We are seeking a Process Engineer to support commissioning, qualification, and startup activities at a new greenfield API manufacturing facility supporting peptide production. The engineer will serve as a site technical representative, supporting the C&Q team from initial documentation and planning through field execution and final equipment handover to site Operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support commissioning, qualification, and startup of process equipment and systems.
• Work closely with C&Q service providers, Operations, Technical Services (TSMS), and Automation teams.
• Review and approve C&Q protocols, test cases, discrepancy reports, and turnover documentation.
• Support system startup, shakedown, installation verification, and operational verification.
• Participate in mechanical completion walkdowns, safety reviews, LOTO planning, and Pre-Startup Safety Reviews (PSSR).
• Assist with equipment setup, operation, troubleshooting, and resolution of technical discrepancies.
• Apply process engineering fundamentals to support equipment testing, process safety, and successful equipment handover.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure safe and successful commissioning and qualification.
• Provide hands‑on field support and work flexible shifts as required during startup activities.

Required Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Biochemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• 2+ years of experience in manufacturing, process engineering, commissioning and qualification (C&Q), or a related engineering environment.
• Strong understanding of process equipment and system operation.
• Ability to troubleshoot technical issues during commissioning and startup.
• Experience supporting equipment commissioning, qualification, and C&Q protocol development or execution preferred.
• Experience in chemical manufacturing environments, preferably involving Process Safety Management (PSM), hazardous materials, and equipment safety reviews.
• Ability to work hands‑on in a manufacturing plant environment and collaborate with cross‑functional teams.
• Flexibility to support shift work as necessary.

Duration: 12+ Months

Pay Scale: $45/hr on W2

Work Arrangement: Onsite

Employees hired into this position are eligible for the following benefits, subject to applicable plan terms and eligibility requirements.

Health Insurance: Medical, dental, and vision insurance options are available through a third‑party provider. Employees are responsible for paying the full cost of their insurance premiums.

Retirement Benefits: A 401(k) retirement savings plan is available. No employer matching or other employer contributions are provided.

• Paid Time Off (PTO): No PTO is provided other than that required by applicable state and local laws.