Process Engineer

Virtue America; Minnesota; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Virtue America in Minnesota is seeking an Entry-Level Process Engineer to support process optimization, manufacturing operations, and continuous improvement initiatives within a regulated pharma environment.

This role is ideal for recent graduates aiming to build a career in GMP manufacturing, working with cross-functional teams to ensure compliant batch records, SOPs, and change controls while developing foundational engineering skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related engineering field.
• 0–2 years engineering experience (internships/co-ops accepted).
• Basic knowledge of pharmaceutical manufacturing and GMP.
• Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day manufacturing and production processes
• Assist with process validation and equipment qualification activities
• Monitor process performance and identify improvement opportunities
• Investigate process deviations and support root cause analysis
• Prepare and maintain SOPs, batch records, and engineering documentation
• Support change controls, CAPA, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Quality, Validation, and Engineering teams
• Ensure compliance with GMP, FDA regulations, and company quality standards

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

We are seeking an Entry-Level Process Engineer to support process optimization, manufacturing operations, and continuous improvement initiatives within a pharmaceutical or life sciences manufacturing environment. This role is ideal for recent graduates looking to build a career in regulated manufacturing.

Key Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day manufacturing and production processes
• Assist with process validation and equipment qualification activities
• Monitor process performance and identify improvement opportunities
• Investigate process deviations and support root cause analysis
• Prepare and maintain SOPs, batch records, and engineering documentation
• Support change controls, CAPA, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Quality, Validation, and Engineering teams
• Ensure compliance with GMP, FDA regulations, and company quality standards

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Biotechnology, Biomedical Engineering, or related field
• 0–2 years of engineering experience (internships/co-ops accepted)
• Basic knowledge of pharmaceutical manufacturing and GMP
• Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills