Project Engineer

Process Alliance LLC; Lebanon (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Process Alliance LLC is seeking a Project Engineer to support equipment startup, commissioning, and qualification in a manufacturing environment. You will work with cross-functional teams to ensure equipment is installed, tested, and transitioned to operations.

Responsibilities include reviewing protocols, troubleshooting startup issues, and supporting safety practices such as LOTO. Collaborative, hands-on engineering role in Indianapolis-area projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant technical discipline.
• 2+ years of manufacturing, engineering, or project engineering experience.
• Experience supporting installation, commissioning, qualification, validation, or capital project execution.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills in a manufacturing or industrial environment.

Responsibilities

• Support equipment installation, startup, commissioning, and operational readiness activities.
• Review and execute commissioning, qualification, and engineering documentation, including test protocols and turnover packages.
• Troubleshoot equipment, process, and operational issues during startup and commissioning.
• Coordinate with operations, maintenance, engineering, automation, and project teams to ensure successful project execution.
• Support safety reviews and LOTO activities.
• Participate in daily planning meetings and provide status updates on risks and technical issues.
• Assist with continuous improvement initiatives related to equipment performance and reliability.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Cross-functional teamwork

Documentation

Project execution

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Job description

Process Alliance is a leading engineering consultancy firm dedicated to delivering innovative solutions in engineering, automation, manufacturing services, and medical devices. With a commitment to being a better model of problem solving, we have been at the forefront of providing cutting-edge engineering services to clients across the life science industry. Our team of experts thrives on solving complex challenges and driving technological advancements to meet the evolving needs of our clients.

About the Role:

We are seeking a Project Engineer to support equipment startup, commissioning, qualification, troubleshooting, and project execution activities within a manufacturing environment. This individual will serve as a technical resource throughout the startup and implementation lifecycle, working closely with cross-functional teams to ensure equipment and systems are successfully installed, tested, commissioned, and transitioned into operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Support equipment installation, startup, commissioning, and operational readiness activities.
• Review and execute commissioning, qualification, and engineering documentation, including test protocols and turnover packages.
• Participate in equipment and system walkdowns to verify readiness and support project milestones.
• Assist with startup planning, system shakedown, and equipment testing activities.
• Troubleshoot equipment, process, and operational issues during startup and commissioning efforts.
• Support resolution of deviations, discrepancies, and technical issues identified during testing and startup.
• Participate in safety reviews and support implementation of safe startup practices, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) activities.
• Coordinate with operations, maintenance, engineering, automation, and project teams to ensure successful project execution.
• Participate in daily planning meetings and provide updates on project status, risks, and technical issues.
• Support equipment turnover and handover activities to manufacturing or operations teams.
• Assist with continuous improvement initiatives related to equipment performance, reliability, and operational efficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Biochemical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• 2+ years of experience in manufacturing, engineering, project engineering, commissioning, qualification, startup, validation, or a related field.
• Experience supporting equipment installation, startup, commissioning, qualification, validation, or capital project execution.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Experience reviewing technical documentation, protocols, engineering drawings, or project deliverables.
• Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams, including operations, maintenance, engineering, and project stakeholders.
• Strong communication, organizational, and technical documentation skills.

Qualified applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Process Alliance will not provide support for or sponsor work authorization or visas for this role, including but not limited to F-1 CPT, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, J-1, H-1B, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, or L-1

About Our Culture:

At Process Alliance, we strive to be a better model for how problems are solved, and solutions are delivered. We believe in providing a supportive and inclusive work environment where employees can thrive both personally and professionally. Join our team and be part of a company that is shaping the future of engineering solutions.

Location:

Much of our work is focused on the Indianapolis, Indiana area, however we have employees and projects from coast to coast and internationally. Candidates from all U.S. locations are welcome to apply.

Learn more about us:

Visit our website at www.processalliance.com to explore our projects, expertise, and the impact we make in the engineering and consultancy space.

Process Alliance is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.