Process Engineer

Process Engineer

Join a dynamic team as a Process Engineer, where you will serve as the crucial engineering link between equipment vendors and internal site teams. This role involves supporting factory acceptance testing, assisting with vendor coordination during on-site equipment installation, and acting as an owner's representative during startup activities. You will also develop and execute commissioning protocols and generate reports to support validation and handoff to commissioning and qualification teams.

• Serve as the engineering liaison between equipment vendors and internal site teams.
• Support Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT).
• Assist with vendor coordination, execution, and troubleshooting during on-site equipment installation and commissioning.
• Act as an owner's representative with an engineering mindset during startup activities.
• Develop and execute commissioning protocols and oversee execution of autoclave cycles and development of process parameters and engineering studies.
• Generate summary reports to support validation and handoff to C&Q teams.
• Collaborate with vendors on cycle development, including decontamination/DHP processes.
• Identify and resolve equipment and process issues in real time with vendors.
• Update and maintain engineering drawings using AutoCAD.
• Support tech transfer activities on the filling lines, including evaluation and procurement of change parts.
• Assist in determining critical process steps and ensuring compliance with engineering standards.
• Close out punch list items and support protocol execution during commissioning.

• 3–5+ years of hands-on experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing or process engineering.
• Direct experience supporting commissioning, startup, or equipment implementation.
• Strong troubleshooting experience in a GMP environment.
• Experience writing and executing technical documentation (protocols, reports, etc.).
• Ability to work cross-functionally with vendors and internal teams.
• Proficiency in automation, SCADA, and AutoCAD.

• Experience with aseptic/sterile filling or cleanroom manufacturing environments.
• Understanding of automation systems and how equipment interfaces with SCADA.
• AutoCAD experience (ability to update and interpret drawings).

Job Type &

Location:

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Fort Lee, NJ.

Pay and Benefits:

The pay range for this position is $43.27 - $52.88/hr eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type:
This is a fully onsite position in Fort Lee, NJ.

Final date to receive applications:
This position is anticipated to close on Jul 17, 2026.