Pharma Process Engineer — Design & Optimize Manufacturing

NNE; Clayton (NC); On-site; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

PTO + holidays

Health, dental, and vision insurance

8% 401(k) company contribution

Parental leave

Life and disability insurance

Employee referrals

Job summary

NNE is seeking a Process Engineering Consultant based in Clayton, NC to design and optimize pharmaceutical manufacturing processes. You will work on concept development through detailed design, collaborating with engineers, clients, and vendors to deliver compliant solutions that meet project goals.

In a fast-paced, regulated environment, you will contribute to process design deliverables, participate in project execution, and pursue continuous improvement while building relationships with teams

Qualifications

• Bachelor or Master degree in Chemical Engineering, Biochemical Engineering, Biotechnology, Pharmaceutical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• Minimum 3 years of relevant engineering experience within pharmaceutical, biotechnology, life sciences, or related regulated industries.
• Experience supporting process design activities including process calculations, PFDs, P&IDs, equipment sizing, and technical documentation.
• Familiarity with GMP-regulated environments and pharmaceutical manufacturing processes.
• Strong communication and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.
• Proactive mindset and commitment to continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Process Design & Engineering: Develop process engineering deliverables including process flow diagrams, process descriptions, equipment specifications, calculations, and technical reports.
• Project Execution: Execute assigned engineering tasks through conceptual, basic, and detailed design phases.
• Technical Collaboration: Work with clients, vendors, and SME teams to develop practical process solutions.
• Problem Solving & Analysis: Evaluate alternatives and recommend effective solutions to support client objectives.
• Continuous Improvement: Contribute to knowledge sharing and best practices to enhance project delivery.

Skills

Process design

Team collaboration

Project execution

Problem solving

Continuous improvement

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor or Master in Chemical/Biochemical/Pharmaceutical Engineering or related

Job description

NNE is seeking a Process Engineering Consultant based in Clayton, NC to design and optimize pharmaceutical manufacturing processes. You will work on concept development through detailed design, collaborating with engineers, clients, and vendors to deliver compliant solutions that meet project goals.

In a fast-paced, regulated environment, you will contribute to process design deliverables, participate in project execution, and pursue continuous improvement while building relationships with teams