Senior Process Engineer - Manufacturing Operations

The Senior Engineer independently leads and/or directs complex engineering activities related to process optimization, equipment characterization, troubleshooting, and capital project execution within operations, manufacturing, pilot plant, or facilities environments. This role applies advanced and diverse engineering principles to design, implement, and evaluate major system modifications, experiments, and process improvements. The engineer develops, organizes, analyzes, and presents technical interpretations for initiatives of significant scope and complexity.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Complete complex or novel engineering assignments requiring development of new or improved techniques and procedures.
• Develop engineering policies and procedures impacting multiple organizational units.
• Supervise, coordinate, and review the work of engineers, associates, and/or technicians on a continuous and project‑specific basis.
• Apply advanced engineering techniques and adapt specialized methods within area of expertise.
• Apply engineering principles outside primary discipline to support a broad range of assignments.
• Serve as a peer‑recognized technical specialist in at least one engineering area, determining methodologies and best practices.
• Utilize mature engineering judgment in planning and executing projects.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.
• Develop technical solutions to complex problems requiring creativity, innovation, and strong analytical capability.
• Collaborate with Research, Manufacturing, Process Development, Utilities, Facilities, Quality Assurance, and Validation to define requirements and recommendations for large or highly complex system/facility modifications.
• Partner with Project Managers to deliver engineering and design projects within scope, schedule, budget, and quality expectations.
• Coordinate work with consultants, architects, and engineering firms to develop standard design documentation.
• Develop departmental or project budgets involving multiple engineering disciplines.

SKILLS

• Strong knowledge of pharmaceutical/biotech processes, GLP/GMP requirements, and regulated documentation.
• Solid understanding of validation processes, including protocol development, execution, and new equipment installations.
• Ability to apply engineering principles to troubleshoot and optimize production systems.
• Proficient with specialized equipment, laboratory instruments, and computer systems.
• Skilled in solving routine to highly complex technical problems using scientific and engineering theory.
• Strong analytical thinking, resource assessment, and decision‑making.
• Ability to identify when internal or external support is required.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Experience in scheduling, basic project management, task follow‑up, and cross‑functional coordination.
• Contractor/vendor management and delegation of project work.
• Familiarity with financial analysis tools and project cost development.
• Strong verbal communication and technical report writing.
• Effective in technical presentations and cross‑functional collaboration.
• Skilled in negotiation, conflict resolution, and leadership.
• Ability to work with diverse communication and working styles

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• Doctorate in Engineering OR
• Master’s in Engineering + 2 years of engineering experience OR
• Bachelor’s in Engineering + 4 years of engineering experience

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience in Packaging operations or equipment.
• Knowledge of equipment characterization/validation.
• Experience with vision systems (inspection system analysis).

• 5- month contract with possible extension
• Administrative shift