Lead Process Engineer

Cognify Global; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering and consulting partner is seeking a Lead Process Engineer to optimize production processes in pharmaceutical environments. You will lead Design of Experiments (DOE) studies and drive process optimization initiatives while working closely with manufacturing and engineering teams. Ideal candidates have 5–10+ years of experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing or process engineering, with strong analytical and troubleshooting skills. This role requires on-site work approximately 75% of the time.

Qualifications

• 5–10+ years of experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing or process engineering.
• Strong hands-on experience running Design of Experiments (DOE).
• Proven ability to identify process issues and implement improvements.

Responsibilities

• Lead Design of Experiments (DOE) studies to evaluate and improve manufacturing processes.
• Drive process optimization initiatives focused on efficiency, reliability, and product quality.
• Investigate process deviations and performance issues using root cause analysis.

Skills

Design of Experiments (DOE)

Analytical skills

Troubleshooting skills

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering

Job description

A leading engineering and consulting partner supporting major life sciences and pharmaceutical manufacturers is looking to hire a Lead Process Engineer.

You’ll work closely with manufacturing and engineering teams to optimize production processes, improve efficiency, and solve complex technical challenges in pharmaceutical environments.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys hands‑on process improvement, technical problem solving, and working directly with production teams.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Lead Design of Experiments (DOE) studies to evaluate and improve manufacturing processes
• Drive process optimization initiatives focused on efficiency, reliability, and product quality
• Support liquid / gel filling operations and bottle or tube packaging processes
• Investigate process deviations and performance issues using root cause analysis
• Implement corrective and continuous improvement initiatives
• Partner with manufacturing, quality, and engineering teams to improve production performance
• Act as a technical subject matter expert, supporting stakeholders on‑site
• Document process studies and improvements in line with industry and regulatory standards

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering
• 5–10+ years in pharmaceutical manufacturing or process engineering
• Strong hands‑on experience running Design of Experiments (DOE)
• Experience with liquid / gel filling and bottle or tube packaging processes
• Proven ability to identify process issues and implement improvements
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills
• Comfortable working on‑site ~75% of the time