Process Engineering Consultant

NNE Inc.; Powhatan (NC); On-site; USD 95,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

PTO + holidays

Health insurance

Dental & Vision insurance

401(k) with company contribution

Parental leave

Life & disability insurance

Referral bonuses

Job summary

NNE Inc. is seeking a Process Consultant to help design and optimize pharmaceutical and biotechnology manufacturing processes. You will collaborate with engineers and subject matter experts, advancing projects from concept to detailed design and implementation on cutting-edge facilities.

In this role, you will contribute to process design, engineering deliverables, and continuous improvement, while building relationships with clients and project teams in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Process Design & Engineering: develop deliverables such as PFDs, process descriptions, equipment specs, calculations, and reports.
• Project Execution: perform engineering tasks across conceptual to detailed design while meeting quality, budget, and schedule.
• Technical Collaboration: work with clients, vendors, and SMEs to create compliant process solutions.
• Problem Solving & Analysis: evaluate alternatives and recommend effective solutions for client objectives.
• Continuous Improvement: contribute to knowledge sharing and process improvements for better delivery.

Skills

Communication skills

Collaboration

Proactive mindset

Attention to detail

Continuous improvement

Project teamwork

Education

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

Job description

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

As a Process Consultant at NNE, you will play an important role in the design and optimization of pharmaceutical and biotechnology manufacturing processes. Working alongside experienced engineers and subject matter experts, you will contribute to projects from concept development through detailed design and implementation. This position offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge facilities, solve complex technical challenges, and build relationships with clients and project teams. If you are motivated by continuous learning, collaboration, and delivering high-quality engineering solutions, this role provides an exciting platform to grow your career while helping shape the future of pharmaceutical manufacturing.

Key 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 throughout conceptual, basic, and detailed design phases while meeting project quality, budget, and schedule expectations.
• Technical Collaboration: Work closely with multidisciplinary project teams, clients, vendors, and subject matter experts to develop practical and compliant process solutions.
• Problem Solving & Analysis: Analyze technical challenges, evaluate alternatives, and recommend effective solutions to support client objectives and project success.
• Continuous Improvement: Contribute to knowledge sharing, process improvements, and best practices that enhance project delivery and customer value.

Required Qualifications:

• Willingness and ability to be based in Clayton, working in an agile, fast-paced, project-oriented environment that supports both customers and colleagues.
• Bachelor or Master's 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.
• Enjoy collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to solve technical challenges and deliver high-quality engineering solutions.
• Demonstrate strong communication skills and the ability to build productive relationships with customers and project teams.
• Possess a proactive mindset, strong attention to detail, and a commitment to continuous improvement.
• Continuously expand technical capabilities through project experience, learning opportunities, and feedback.
• Experience with commissioning, qualification, validation, or process optimization activities is a plus.

What We Offer You

• Competitive salary with annual adjustment increases
• 160 hours of PTO (prorated from hire date) + 14 paid holidays
• Health, dental, and vision insurance from day one
• 8% guaranteed 401(k) company contribution
• 14 weeks paid parental leave
• company-paid life and disability insurance
• Employee referral bonuses

Please note that we only accept applications submitted via our online system. This position is not eligible for employer-sponsored work authorization. Candidates must have unrestricted authorization to work in the United States and must not require current or future sponsorship to maintain that authorization.

Deadline of application is 9/25/2026

Wewill invite to interviews on a running basis.