Senior Process Engineer
Validation & Engineering Group, Inc · Cary, NC
- Level
- Senior
- Team
- Process
- Degree
- Required
- Experience asked
- 5+ years
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- 4 days ago
The role in 30 seconds
A senior process role at Validation & Engineering Group, Inc (industrial) in Cary, NC. Provide continuous process engineering support for manufacturing and engineering operations.
- They ask for
- 5+ years · degree required
- Tools it names
- Root cause, CAPA, FDA / GMP, Validation (IQ/OQ/PQ), Automation
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How this role compares
Against 28 other live process postings in North Carolina.
- Experience asked
- Typical (5+ years)
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Root cause 28%
- SPC 28%
- Six Sigma 24%
- ✓ FDA / GMP 21%
- Tooling 21%
- DOE 21%
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Stands out: this posting asks for CAPA, Validation (IQ/OQ/PQ), which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.
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Key Responsibilities
- ◆Provide continuous process engineering support for manufacturing and engineering operations.
- ◆Assess process performance and identify areas for improved reliability, efficiency, and capacity.
- ◆Lead troubleshooting efforts and root-cause investigations related to manufacturing processes, equipment, and systems.
- ◆Design and implement engineering solutions to resolve process and equipment challenges.
- ◆Assist with capital projects, upgrades, modifications, and initiatives focused on process improvement.
- ◆Create and evaluate technical documentation, including assessments, specifications, protocols, and change-control documents.
- ◆Participate in equipment and process design reviews, evaluations, and implementation processes.
- ◆Coordinate engineering efforts with cross-functional teams including Manufacturing, Quality, Validation, and Maintenance.
- ◆Support commissioning, qualification, validation, startup, and turnover activities as needed.
- ◆Engage in change controls, deviations, investigations, CAPAs, and risk assessments from an engineering viewpoint.
- ◆Analyze process and equipment data to uncover trends and opportunities for enhancement.
- ◆Offer technical guidance and aid in developing corrective and preventive measures.
- ◆Manage activities with vendors, contractors, and equipment suppliers as necessary.
- ◆Ensure engineering tasks align with GMP requirements, engineering standards, and safety protocols.
- ◆Deliver clear documentation and regularly update stakeholders on project status and technical concerns.
- ◆Promote continuous improvement and standardization within the Engineering team.
Qualifications
- ✓Bachelor's degree in Chemical, Mechanical, Industrial, Bioengineering, or a similar discipline.
- ✓5+ years of relevant process engineering experience in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device, or regulated manufacturing sectors.
- ✓Strong grasp of manufacturing processes, equipment, and engineering principles.
- ✓Proficient in trouble-shooting process and equipment issues within a manufacturing context.
- ✓In-depth knowledge of GMP guidelines, change control, deviations, CAPA, and engineering documentation standards.
- ✓Experience contributing to equipment modifications, process enhancements, and capital project support.
- ✓Ability to interpret technical data and convert findings into practical engineering solutions.
- ✓Excellent technical writing and communication skills.
- ✓A track record of working independently while effectively collaborating with diverse teams.
- ✓Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.
- ✓Experience in supporting biopharmaceutical manufacturing processes and equipment.
- ✓Familiarity with commissioning, qualification, validation, and equipment startups.
- ✓Understanding of process optimization, characterization, troubleshooting methods, and root-cause analysis.
- ✓Experience overseeing capital projects and equipment/system lifecycle management.
- ✓Basic knowledge of automation and process control systems.
- ✓Hands-on experience in a strictly regulated GMP manufacturing environment.
Key Competencies: Process Engineering, Manufacturing Support, Troubleshooting, Root Cause Analysis, Process Optimization, Equipment & Systems, Technical Documentation, Change Control, CAPA, GMP Compliance, Capital Projects, CQV Support, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Continuous Improvement.
At Validation & Engineering Group, people always come first. When you are empowered to excel at your work, innovative ideas flourish and real progress is achieved. This isn't merely a job - it's a chance to make a significant impact in healthcare and technology, accompanied by a committed and supportive team.
Ready to embark on a meaningful journey with us? We eagerly anticipate your application!
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Validation & Engineering Group, Inc. (V&EG), a Pinnaql company, is a premier service provider offering innovative solutions to the Pharmaceutical, Biotechnology, Chemical, Food, and Medical Devices sectors. We focus on areas such as Laboratory, Compliance, Computer, Engineering, Project Management, Validation, and more.
We are looking for a dedicated Senior Process Engineer with a wealth of experience to provide essential engineering support in a regulated pharmaceutical and biotechnology manufacturing environment. This role involves collaboration with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Validation, Maintenance, and other interdepartmental teams to enhance process performance and implement improvements. If you're a proactive engineer with a knack for trouble-shooting and a solid background in GMP-regulated settings, we want to hear from you!
