Process Engineer IV

CyberCoders; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

CyberCoders is seeking a Process Engineer IV to serve as a senior technical lead for life sciences and food & beverage capital projects. You will define scope, manage budgets, mentor staff and coordinate with clients and vendors to deliver compliant, constructible process systems.

In this role you will drive HAZOP/HACCP, develop P&IDs and 3D models, and ensure project success from concept through handover. The ideal candidate has 10+ years of process engineering experience, a relevant

Qualifications

• 10+ years of process engineering experience with leadership on capital projects in life sciences, pharmaceutical or food & beverage industries.
• PE license a plus.
• Experience with process design deliverables and vendor submittals.
• Hands-on with HAZOP/HACCP, commissioning and start-up activities.

Responsibilities

• Lead process engineering for medium to large capital projects, ensuring technical integrity and budget control.
• Develop and review P&IDs, 3D models and drawings to meet project requirements and regulatory standards.
• Prepare calculations, equipment specs, datasheets and submittals; review vendor docs and manage RFIs.
• Coordinate HAZOP/HACCP workshops and other risk assessments; define mitigations.
• Manage commissioning and start-up activities, including FAT/SAT plans and punch-list closeout.
• Maintain quality control of drawings and deliverables; ensure constructability and scope compliance.
• Control scope changes, prepare cost estimates and support budget forecasting.
• Provide technical direction to construction teams and vendors on-site.
• Mentor and coach junior engineers; collaborate with clients and stakeholders.
• Serve as client technical point of contact; present proposals and progress updates.

Skills

Leadership on capital projects

Regulatory knowledge

Strong communication

Process engineering expertise

Mentoring & team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical/Mechanical/Process Engineering

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Revit

PDMS

SmartPlant

AutoCAD

Job description

Process Engineer IV

Senior technical lead responsible for defining, delivering and commissioning complex process engineering projects primarily in life sciences and food & beverage sectors. Owns design quality, technical scope, budget performance and vendor coordination from concept through construction and handover. Drives HAZOP/HACCP risk assessments, prepares specifications and calculations, mentors engineering staff and liaises with clients to ensure compliant, efficient and constructible process systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead process engineering for medium to large capital projects, ensuring technical integrity, schedule adherence and budget control.
• Develop and review process flow diagrams, P&IDs, 3D models and detailed drawings to meet project requirements and regulatory standards (cGMP/FDA where applicable).
• Prepare engineering calculations, equipment specifications, datasheets and technical submittals; review vendor documentation and manage submittal and RFI processes.
• Coordinate and lead HAZOP/HACCP workshops and other formal risk assessments; define mitigation actions and update designs accordingly.
• Manage commissioning and start-up activities, including development of FAT/SAT protocols, commissioning plans and punch-list closeout.
• Implement and maintain quality control processes for drawings, specifications and deliverables; ensure constructability and compliance with project scope.
• Control scope changes, prepare cost estimates and support budget forecasting; work with project management to manage commercial impacts of technical changes.
• Provide technical direction to construction teams and vendors on site; review contractor work, resolve technical issues and ensure safe execution of process installation.
• Mentor and coach junior engineers; review technical work products and foster continuous improvement in engineering practices and standards.
• Serve as client technical point of contact; present technical proposals, progress updates and support approvals and regulatory inspections.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Chemical, Mechanical, or Process Engineering (Masters preferred).
• Professional Engineer (PE) license a plus!
• 10+ years of relevant process engineering experience with demonstrated leadership on capital projects in life sciences, pharmaceutical or food & beverage industries.
• Proven experience with process design deliverables (Revit/PDMS/SmartPlant/AutoCAD), equipment specifications, calculations and vendor submittals.
• Hands‑on experience with HAZOP and HACCP assessments, commissioning, FAT/SAT and start‑up activities.
• Strong knowledge of regulatory requirements and standards
• Demonstrated ability to prepare and manage RFIs, submittals, scopes of work, budgets and change control.
• Experience managing vendor relationships, procurement support and review of supplier documentation.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management and leadership skills; proven ability to work with multidisciplinary teams and construction partners.
• Proficient with engineering software and MS Office; familiarity with process simulation and calculation tools a plus.
• Willingness to travel to project sites and interact with construction teams as required.