Senior Process Engineer; Pharmaceuticals

Senior Process Engineer (Pharmaceuticals)

Remote location available across multiple U.S. states.

We are seeking an experienced Senior Process Engineer with a background in Pharmaceutical design to join our Life Science & Industrial team. The candidate will lead processes from concept through construction documentation and assist in validating and optimizing facilities.

• Lead design projects across multiple markets and geographies, from concept planning to construction documentation.
• Manage upstream and downstream process design, including cGMP design and process validation.
• Support all design stages from feasibility studies through detailed design, construction support, commissioning, and validation.
• Select equipment for product line development and utilities such as clean utilities, CIP, SIP, and WFI.
• Debottleneck and optimize existing facilities.
• Oversee process design, instrumentation, and equipment specification development.
• Prepare process flow diagrams, piping and instrumentation diagrams, equipment datasheets, and cost studies.
• Conduct process simulation using software such as ASPEN or CHEMCAD.
• Create and review vendor drawings and specifications.
• Develop scheduling estimates and professional man‑hour scopes.
• Mentor junior engineers and train team members.
• Lead a small project team and deliver client presentations.
• Travel up to 25% of the time, including domestic and occasional international travel requiring a valid passport.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical, Biochemical, or Mechanical Engineering
• 10+ years of experience in Pharmaceutical or Biotech process design engineering
• Experience in upstream or downstream process design, cGMP design, and process validation
• Experience supporting all design levels from feasibility to detailed design and validation
• Experience with equipment selection for product line development and utilities (clean utilities, CIP, SIP, WFI)
• Experience with debottlenecking and facility optimization
• Advanced knowledge of cGMP engineering design principles, applicable guides, codes, and standards
• Proficiency in developing scope of work, estimating, and scheduling professional man‑hours
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, AutoCAD, Micro Station, and process simulation tools (ASPEN One, CHEMCAD, Promax, PRO II, etc.)
• Self‑starter, independent, and capable of moving quickly through design stages

• Professional Engineering License
• Experience with small or large molecule pharmaceutical design
• Experience in scale‑up from lab/cPilot to manufacturing or commercial production

• Up to 25% travel. Domestic and occasional international travel may be required; a valid passport is necessary.

Compensation includes a base salary aligned with the position’s scope and geographic location, with potential cash incentives and a range of medical, financial, and other benefits.

We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer that recognizes the value of diversity and inclusion. Employment decisions are based on job requirements and individual qualifications. We prohibit discrimination and harassment based on race, color, sex, age, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic, as outlined by federal, state, and local laws. Applicants requiring accommodation due to a disability may contact us at

Offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory background checks and successful completion of a pre‑employment drug and alcohol test.