Process Engineer – Utilities
Will Relocate and can pay $85,000+
Job Type: Full-time
Location: On-site
Industry: Manufacturing
Summary:
The Process Engineer supports daily utilities operations and drives process improvements to ensure equipment reliability, regulatory compliance, and operational efficiency. This role is the technical owner for utility systems including HVAC, chillers, boilers, WFI, clean steam, and compressed air systems.
Key Responsibilities:
Oversee commissioning, qualification, and performance of utility systems
Lead troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives
Maintain equipment compliance and documentation (SOPs, P&IDs, PSI)
Collaborate across departments to optimize operations and reduce downtime
Support process safety, environmental compliance, and site KPIs using lean/OpEx tools
Lead and participate in CAPEX projects and process safety reviews
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
5+ years’ experience in utilities/wastewater operations (chillers, boilers, WFI, etc.)
Strong knowledge of cGMP, FDA regulations, and automated control systems (DCS/PLC)
Proficient in problem-solving tools (FMEA, fishbone, etc.) and Microsoft Office
Excellent communication and project management skills
Preferred:
Lean/Six Sigma certification
Experience in FDA-regulated environments
Familiarity with Aspen, DeltaV or PLC
What We Offer:
Competitive salary and benefits
401(k) with company match
Company-sponsored vacation
Career growth opportunities