Senior Process Engineer

Requisition

• Relocation Authorized:
  National – Family
• Telework Type:
  Part-Time Telework
• Work Location:
  
  Chandler, AZ, Houston, TX

Bechtel is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Process Engineer to join its Manufacturing and Technology Global Business Unit (M&T GBU) Engineering Team. This role is pivotal in delivering technical excellence across strategic initiatives, estimates, studies, and project execution phases. This role should have experience in either the semiconductor or pharmaceutical industries leading process design and optimization efforts, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and supporting project execution.

The ideal candidate will bring deep domain expertise in one or both sectors and demonstrate the ability to manage complex engineering challenges in a collaborative environment. This position is designated as part-time telework per our global telework policy and will require at least three days of in-person attendance per week at the assigned office or project. Weekly in-person schedules will be determined by the individual and their supervisor, in consultation with functional or project leadership.

• Lead process engineering tasks for semiconductor or pharmaceutical projects from initial design through startup and turnover.
• Oversee and specify Process utility systems for Semiconductor (bulk/specialty gases, UPW, wastewater) and pharma (WFI, PW, clean steam, process gases).
• Develop and review PFDs, P&IDs, equipment datasheets, and control philosophies.
• Ensure designs meet industry related codes and standards.
• Conduct chemical compatibility assessments and safety/environmental reviews for hazardous materials.
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams.
• Interface with clients, vendors, and construction teams for technical alignment and project execution.
• Support commissioning, startup, and troubleshooting of utility and process systems.
• Mentor junior engineers and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

• Requires bachelor’s degree (or international equivalent) and 10-13 years of relevant experience or 14-17 years of relevant work experience in either semiconductor or pharmaceutical industries.
• Experience in sterile manufacturing, biologics, or high-potency API facilities.
• Experience with fab expansions, greenfield projects, or retrofit designs.
• Professional certifications (e.g., ISPE, Six Sigma, PMP) or PE License are a plus.

• Strong grasp of process engineering principles and practices relevant to both semiconductor fabrication and pharmaceutical manufacturing.
• Demonstrated leadership in large EPC projects and greenfield design/construction, with experience in multidisciplinary team coordination and project management.
• Strong communication skills for technical presentations, stakeholder engagement, and client-facing roles in both pharma and semiconductor sectors.
• Comprehensive understanding of chemical safety, HAZOP, risk assessments, hazardous material handling, and environmental permitting/compliance.
• Advocate for innovation and continuous improvement, with proficiency in Microsoft tools and the ability to operate effectively in dynamic, ambiguous project environments.
• Skilled in process simulation and engineering design software, including AutoCAD, Bluebeam, Pipe-Flo, Aspen Plus, and Excel.
• Extensive experience in design, engineering, and construction of semiconductor facilities, with deep knowledge of chemical and gas systems, UPW, wastewater treatment, and abatement technologies.
• Technical expertise in pharmaceutical operations, including GMP regulations (FDA 21 CFR Part 210/211, EU GMP Annex
  1), clean utility systems, hygienic design, and contamination control strategies.
• Proficient with major industry regulations and standards such as SEMI (semiconductor), GMP, ASME BPE, ISPE Baseline Guides, ASTM E2500 (pharma), and compliance requirements from EPA, DOT, and OSHA.
• Hands-on experience with validation, CQV documentation, and automation/data integrity standards (GAMP 5, 21 CFR Part 11) in pharmaceutical projects.

Bechtel offers robust benefits to ensure our people thrive. Whether it is advancing careers, delivering programs to enhance our culture, or providing time to recharge, Bechtel has the benefits to build a legacy of sustainable growth.

Bechtel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, disability, citizenship status (except as authorized by law), protected veteran status, genetic information, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Applicants with a disability, who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, may e-mail their request to Bechtel.

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