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Entry-Level Process Engineer – Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
About the Role
We are seeking a highly motivated recent Chemical or Mechanical Engineering graduate to join a pharmaceutical manufacturing operations in a Production Technician role. This is an entry-level role designed to provide hands-on exposure to drug substance and drug product manufacturing, equipment, and GMP-regulated processes in a production environment. [
Key Responsibilities
- Support daily pharmaceutical production operations, including batch processing, equipment utilization, and troubleshooting
- Assist with process optimization, yield improvement, and cycle time reduction
- Participate in technology transfer, scale-up, and validation activities
- Support deviation investigations, root cause analysis, and CAPA development
- Author and revise technical documentation including SOPs, batch records, and validation protocols
- Collaborate cross-functionally with Manufacturing, Quality, Maintenance, and EHS teams
- Ensure all activities comply with cGMP, FDA, and regulatory requirements
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related discipline
- 0–2 years of experience (recent graduates strongly encouraged to apply)
- Internship, co-op, or academic project experience in pharmaceutical, biotech, chemical, or regulated manufacturing preferred
- Fundamental understanding of process engineering principles
- Strong problem-solving and communication skills
- Ability to work in a manufacturing / plant environment
Preferred Experience
- Exposure to GMP environments
- Familiarity with batch processing, unit operations, or production equipment
- Interest in long-term career growth within pharmaceutical manufacturing
Why Join Us
- Structured onboarding and mentorship for early-career engineers
- Hands-on exposure to commercial pharmaceutical production
- Clear career progression within Manufacturing, MS&T, or Process Engine