Process Engineer - Large Molecule (Wilson)

Source One Technical Solutions · Macclesfield, NC

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Level: Engineer
Team: Process
Travel: 10%
Degree: Required
Experience asked: 3+ years
Industry: Industrial
Posted: 7 days ago

The role in 30 seconds

An engineer-level process role at Source One Technical Solutions (industrial) in Macclesfield, NC.

They ask for: 3+ years · degree required
Tools it names: FDA / GMP, Automation
Day to day: about 10% travel

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How this role compares

Against 28 other live process postings in North Carolina.

Experience asked: Less than usual (3+ vs 5+)

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Root cause 28%
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✓ FDA / GMP 21%
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It asks for 3+ years. If you're close, apply anyway: requirements are a wish list. Talk to someone on the team first.

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Position Summary

We are seeking a junior-level Process Engineer to support the design, start-up, and operational readiness of GMP large molecule biologics manufacturing facilities. This role will support process engineering activities across manufacturing equipment, utilities, automation, and facility systems while working closely with senior engineering and manufacturing teams. The ideal candidate will have foundational GMP manufacturing knowledge, strong technical aptitude, and the ability to support engineering projects in a regulated biologics manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

◆Support engineering design, commissioning, start-up, and operational support activities for biologics manufacturing systems and equipment
◆Assist with process engineering support for manufacturing equipment, utilities, automation, and facility systems
◆Support technology transfer and manufacturing readiness activities to ensure alignment with operational and engineering standards
◆Participate in CAPEX projects, process improvements, and start-up initiatives within GMP manufacturing environments
◆Coordinate with external engineering firms, construction teams, and equipment vendors to support project execution and timelines
◆Collaborate cross-functionally with Manufacturing, Quality, Engineering, and Technical Operations teams to support project objectives and operational needs
◆Assist in troubleshooting manufacturing and process-related issues and support implementation of engineering solutions
◆Ensure compliance with GMP regulations, safety standards, and company engineering procedures
◆Support development of technical documentation, project deliverables, and engineering reports

Education

✓Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering required
✓Advanced degree or PE certification preferred but not required

Experience and Skills

✓Minimum 1–3 years of process or plant engineering experience within GMP manufacturing environments preferred
✓Exposure to biologics, pharmaceutical, or regulated manufacturing operations preferred
✓Basic understanding of process systems, utilities, automation, and facility operations
✓Experience supporting manufacturing start-up, commissioning, or equipment qualification activities is a plus
✓Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
✓Ability to work effectively within cross-functional teams and communicate with internal and external stakeholders
✓Working knowledge of GMP regulations and manufacturing processes preferred

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Source One is a consulting services company and we're currently looking for the following individual to work as a consultant with our direct client, a global pharmaceutical manufacturing client in Wilson, NC.

No Third-Party, No Corp to Corp, No Sponsorship Now, Future or Temporary Authorization

Junior Process Engineer – Large Molecule Drug Substance (LMDS)

Pay Rate: $55.57/hr (w2)

Location: Wilson, NC

Contract: 24 months

Travel: Domestic travel up to 10% (primarily annual project/site support)

Top 3 Non-Negotiable Skills

•GMP or regulated manufacturing experience
•Process engineering fundamentals within manufacturing environments
•Exposure to equipment, utilities, or manufacturing systems support