Senior Process Engineer Pharma Utilities & Distillation

United States Digital Space LLC

Houston (TX)

On-site

USD 120,000 - 180,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

United States Digital Space LLC in Houston seeks a Senior Process Engineer to join the Manufacturing and Technology Global Business Unit. You will drive technical excellence across studies, estimates, and project execution within a highly regulated life sciences environment.

The ideal candidate has strong utility design experience in the pharmaceutical sector, with expertise in hydraulic design, distillation for solvent recovery, PSV sizing, PFDs/P&IDs, and compliance with GMP, ASME BPE, and

Qualifications

Requires bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) and 10-13 years of relevant experience or 14-17 years in lieu of a degree; utility system design experience.
Strong knowledge in hydraulic design for utility systems.
Experience in design of systems containing flammable and combustible materials.
Familiar with distillation systems for solvent recovery (e.g., Pressure Swing Distillation) and related technologies.
Experience in design, engineering, and construction of industrial facilities with storage, distillation, and abatement tech.
Process simulation and engineering design software proficiency (AutoCAD, Bluebeam, Pipe-Flo, Aspen Plus, Excel).
Proficient with GMP, ASME BPE, ISPE Baseline Guides, ASTM E2500 and EPA/DOT/OSHA compliance.

Responsibilities

Evaluates, selects, and applies standard Process/Chemical engineering methods with independent judgment.
Develop hydraulic calculations for assigned scope.
Develop deliverables including Basis, Specifications, Schematics for utility systems utilizing distillation for solvent recovery.
Perform relief system design, PSV sizing.
Develop and review PFDs, P&IDs, equipment datasheets, and control philosophies.
Ensure designs meet industry codes and standards.
Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams.
Interface with clients, vendors, and construction teams for alignment.
Mentor junior engineers and drive continuous improvement.