Process Equipment Technician

Scientific Search; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialized recruitment firm in Chantilly, VA is looking for a Process Equipment Technician to support the production of life-saving medicines. In this entry-level role, you'll maintain and troubleshoot manufacturing equipment and help optimize production processes. Ideal candidates will have an Associate's degree in Engineering Technology and hands-on experience with manufacturing equipment. This position offers full-time employment in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of process qualification and regulatory documentation requirements.
• Experience in preventive maintenance, calibration, and repairs on complex systems.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and optimize process equipment for granulation and downstream operations.
• Document all work in compliance with cGMP standards.

Skills

Hands-on experience with solid dosage / powder manufacturing equipment

Skilled at troubleshooting mechanical, pneumatic, and electrical systems

Ability to interpret P&IDs, wiring diagrams, and schematics

Education

Associate’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or Chemical Engineering Technology

Job description

Are you ready to make a direct impact in the pharmaceutical manufacturing space? As a Process Equipment Technician, you’ll play a critical role in keeping cutting-edge production lines running smoothly, ensuring life-changing medicines reach the people who need them.

Location: Chantilly, VA

Why You Should Apply

• Be part of a team manufacturing products that truly improve lives
• Work hands-on with advanced granulation, drying, and milling technologies
• Gain exposure to cross-functional collaboration in engineering, quality, and production

What You’ll Be Doing

• Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and optimize process equipment for granulation and downstream operations
• Perform preventive maintenance, calibration, and repairs on complex systems
• Support equipment qualification (IQ/OQ/PQ) and process improvement projects
• Collaborate with engineers on optimization, upgrades, and investigations
• Document all work in compliance with cGMP standards

About You

• Associate’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or Chemical Engineering Technology preferred
• Hands-on experience with solid dosage / powder manufacturing equipment
• Skilled at troubleshooting mechanical, pneumatic, and electrical systems
• Knowledge of process qualification and regulatory documentation requirements
• Ability to interpret P&IDs, wiring diagrams, and schematics

How To Apply

We’d love to see your resume, but we don’t need it to have a conversation. Send us an email to [e-mail] and tell me why you’re interested. Or, feel free to email your resume. Please include Job#19534

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Engineering and Manufacturing
• Pharmaceutical Manufacturing