Process Engineer – Biopharma Automation & Equipment Validation

JMD Technologies Inc.; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

JMD Technologies Inc. is seeking a Process Engineer for their Providence, RI office. This role will focus on process equipment, automation, validation, and technology transfer in a cGMP manufacturing environment.

The ideal candidate will have a BS/MS in Engineering and over 5 years of experience in Process Engineering or Equipment Engineering. Responsibilities include leading equipment development and validation, troubleshooting manufacturing processes, and collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• 5–7+ years of experience in a cGMP environment.
• Hands-on experience with equipment commissioning and validation.
• Experience supporting biopharmaceutical or related GMP manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead process equipment development and lifecycle support.
• Drive equipment validation and technology transfer activities.
• Troubleshoot manufacturing equipment and implement process improvements.

Skills

Process Engineering

Equipment Engineering

Manufacturing Systems

cGMP

FMEA

CAPA

Change Control

Education

BS/MS in Engineering or a related technical discipline

Job description

Title: Process Engineer – Biopharma Automation & Equipment Validation

Location: Providence, RI (Onsite 5 days/week)

Employment Type: Contract

Status: Accepting Candidates

About the Role

Join a high-impact engineering team supporting the automation and optimization of manufacturing systems for advanced biopharmaceutical production. This role focuses on process equipment, automation, validation, and technology transfer within a cGMP-regulated manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead process equipment development, specification, commissioning, qualification, and lifecycle support.
• Drive equipment validation, FAT/SAT, risk assessments, and technology transfer activities.
• Troubleshoot manufacturing equipment and implement process improvements to enhance reliability and efficiency.
• Author and review URS, protocols, reports, SOPs, and engineering documentation.
• Support deviations, CAPA, change control, and root cause investigations.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Quality, Validation, MSAT, Facilities, and external vendors.

Qualifications

• BS/MS in Engineering or a related technical discipline.
• 5–7+ years of Process Engineering, Equipment Engineering, or Manufacturing Systems experience in a cGMP environment.
• Hands‑on experience with equipment commissioning, qualification, validation, FAT/SAT, and URS development.
• Strong knowledge of cGMP, 21 CFR Part 210/211, FMEA, CAPA, and Change Control.
• Experience supporting biopharmaceutical, cell & gene therapy, or related GMP manufacturing processes.
• Proven experience working with cross‑functional teams and equipment vendors.