Senior Process Engineer

Job Overview

Senior Process Engineer – a senior-level role focused on process system engineering and design across pharmaceutical, biologics, and medical device manufacturing. The position supports capital projects, greenfield construction, and process optimization for leading life‑science companies.

• Design process mechanical systems as part of multidisciplinary project teams in an A&E environment.
• Execute process system engineering from conceptual/planning through final detail design for system enhancements, unit‑operation optimization, and new construction.
• Develop process flow diagrams (PFDs), perform energy and mass balances, conduct cycle‑time and bottleneck analyses, size equipment, and define utility requirements.
• Produce construction documents including piping & instrument diagrams (P&IDs), equipment general‑arrangement drawings, pipe plans, isometric drawings, operator access platforms, line lists, tie‑in lists, installation specifications, bills of material (BOM), scopes of work, and other required deliverables.
• Interface with OEMs and vendors to finalize equipment sizing and selection, directing CAD designers and facilitating design coordination with controls/automation, utilities, and building systems.
• Provide on‑site support during system testing, start‑up, commissioning, and qualification activities.
• Assist in developing project scopes and preparing proposals for engineering/design services and constructed solutions.
• Stay current on emerging technologies and Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) regulations.

• Minimum ten (10) years of experience in pharmaceutical and biologics process system engineering/design.
• Design experience with CIP/SIP, support equipment (washers, autoclaves, lyophilizers), and high‑purity water systems (WFI, RODI).
• Proficiency in process definition methods, unit‑operation identification, FDA/EMA regulatory standards, and process control instrumentation.
• Strong written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills for interaction with team members and clients.
• Computer skills:
  AutoCAD (basic), Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project (basic); familiarity with 3‑D modeling, hydraulic analysis, and process simulation software is a plus.
• Willingness to travel for project requirements such as installation, start‑up, client meetings, training, and industry events.
• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical, Mechanical, or Biochemical Engineering preferred; other engineering degrees considered based on experience.

Estimated $120,000–$160,000. Final compensation may vary by background, skills, and geographic location.

Barry‑Wehmiller is an equal‑opportunity employer. M/F/D/V. The organization uses E‑Verify. Applicants may be subject to background screening, reference checks, drug screening, and other pre‑employment assessments.