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Process Engineer

Unither Pharmaceuticals

Rochester, NYJob$80–95K/yrTracked 1mo agoSeen in employer's feed 2 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$80–95K/yr
Location
Rochester, NY
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Bachelor's degree

Job overview

Unither Pharmaceuticals is hiring a Process Engineer. The Process Engineer serves as a technical resource, supporting company objectives in engineering design, process, and implementation of chemical process and controls. This role involves working on projects such as manufacturing systems, sterile filing systems, process piping, utility systems, and new facility construction. The engineer will engage in technical discussions, organize specifications, and ensure solutions meet established requirements.

Key focus areas include Engage in technical discussions with potential suppliers, Organize and write specifications based on needs and requirements, and Launch calls for tenders (Request for Proposal, Request for Service).

Successful candidates bring Bachelor's Degree In Chemical Engineering Or Related Discipline With Equivalent Experience, Associate's Degree With Highly Relevant Experience, and 3 Years In Manufacturing Environment Or Equipment And Packaging Technology. Important skills include Engineering Design, Process Implementation, Technical Discussions, Writing Specifications, Calls For Tenders, and Solution Design. Preferred (not required): Technical Troubleshooting, Problem Solving, Equipment Operation, and Validation Requirements.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Engineering DesignProcess ImplementationTechnical DiscussionsWriting SpecificationsCalls for TendersSolution DesignDocumenting Technical ChoicesProject ExecutionMitigating Work DelaysAlerting Site ManagementCommissioning ProjectsMonitoring InstallationsCoordinating Suppliers and VendorsProblem ResolutionCommunicating With ProductionAssessing CommissioningWriting Qualification ProtocolExecuting TestsApproving ReportsOperator TrainingDefining Training RequirementsProviding Technical ContentOrganizing TrainingStudying Technical NeedsCollecting and Analyzing NeedsDefining Technical SolutionsUpdating Project DocumentationCollecting Technical DrawingsCreating Technical DrawingsThinking in High Level TermsDeveloping Engineering SolutionsThinking in Specific, Detailed TermsTechnical TroubleshootingProblem SolvingEquipment OperationValidation RequirementsWorking in a Matrix OrganizationCross-Functional TeamsSpecify Systems and Processing EquipmentProcure Systems and Processing EquipmentOversee Installation of Systems and Processing EquipmentCommission Systems and Processing EquipmentProject ManagementPharmaceutical cGMP Requirements

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Chemical Engineering or Related Discipline With Equivalent ExperienceAssociate's Degree With Highly Relevant Experience3 Years in Manufacturing Environment or Equipment and Packaging TechnologyAbility to Travel for Business (Domestic and International)Master's DegreeExperience in Regulated Environment (FDA)Hands on Experience With Small Molecule Solids and Liquids Manufacturing EquipmentExperience in Sterile Manufacturing

Benefits

Medical Insurance
401(k) Match

Full job description

Process Engineer

Who we are?

As a French pharmaceutical industrial group, we strive to make healthcare solutions that improve and simplify patients' lives accessible to as many people as possible.

As a world leader in sterile single dose, we have 10 sites on 4 continents and more than 2400 employees.

Since 2013, our site Unither Manufacturing LLC. based in Rochester (NY), specializes in the manufacture of Blow-Fill-Seal, Liquid Stick-Packs, Pharmaceutical bottles, Tablets and Capsules. It has more than 360 employees.

Your role

Reporting to the Process Lead,

JOB SUMMARY:

Serves as a technical resource supporting company objectives with respect to engineering design, process, and implementation of chemical process and controls. Projects include but are not limited to: manufacturing systems, sterile filing systems, process piping, utility systems, new facility construction and upgrades, and other applications.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES:

Engage in technical discussions with potential suppliers

Organize and write specifications based on the needs and requirements

Launch calls for tenders (Request for Proposal, Request for Service)

Ensure the solution designed respects the established specifications(s)

Ensure that technical choices which may deviate from established specifications, or the implicit expectations of internal customers are documented and validated in a formal manner.

Execute Projects and Tasks to the approved completion deadlines and within the defined budget

Work in partnership with external companies

Propose and apply solutions to mitigate and compensate for possible work delays

Proactively alert site management to potential problems

Ensure the successful commissioning of the project

Monitor the installations and commissioning of equipment

Coordinate the various suppliers and vendors and ensure their compliance to health and safety instructions

Possess adequate technical expertise allowing problem resolution

Respect the data in the specifications

Communicate with Production to coordinate activities with respect to production constraints

Assist with commissioning activities and in putting the equipment into production

Carry out an assessment after each commissioning

Serves in an expert role in writing the qualification protocol, execution of the tests and approval of any resulting report.

Participate in operator training (training)

Work with internal customers to define the training requirement and provide technical content

Organize training in collaboration with suppliers

Study the technical needs associated with new site investments

Participate in different project groups

Collect and analyze needs from internal stakeholders

Define technical solutions and implementations

Respect the technical, regulatory and quality requirements issued by Management and Quality Assurance.

Take into account the necessary parameters (water production, energy, etc.)

Respect flows, workshop ergonomics and safety constraints

Ensure the documentation of completed projects is updated

Collect technical drawings from vendors for review and ensure they reflect the realized design

Create technical drawings of the factory and update according to approved documentation practices

Your profile

REQUIRED EDUCATION: Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering or related discipline with equivalent experience.

Master’s Degree considered a plus.

Associate’s degree with highly relevant experience will be considered.

QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE:

SPECIFIC SKILLS:

This position requires the ability to think in high level terms to develop engineering solutions for new processes. It also requires the ability to think in specific, detailed terms when problem solving for existing processes.

Minimum 3 years in either a manufacturing environment, or equipment and packaging technology

Experience in a regulated environment (FDA) a plus

Hands on experience with small molecule solids and liquids manufacturing equipment a benefit

Experience in sterile manufacturing preferred but not required

Strong background in technical troubleshooting, problem solving.

Detailed knowledge of equipment operation and validation requirements.

Ability to work in a matrix organization with cross-functional teams

Ability to specify, procure, oversee installation, and commission systems and processing equipment.

Strong project management skills.

Proficient knowledge of pharmaceutical cGMP requirements and systems a plus.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS / ENVIRONMENT:

Traditional office environment, with frequent visits to other areas of the facility, including production areas, loading docks, and laboratories.

Must be able to work on a computer for extended periods of time.

Must wear safety glasses and other protective items as required.

Sitting 75% of the day; standing or walking 25%.

Ability to travel for business (Domestic and International)

Compensation range

80,000.00 - 95,000.00 USD

*The referenced compensation range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations.

A Smarter Total Compensation Package

At Unither, your base salary is just the beginning. Our Total Rewards include:

  • 100% employer-paid medical premiums (a $2,000–$6,000+ annual value)

  • 401(k) contributions: 6% match plus an additional 4% company-funded contribution

  • HSA contributions with wellness incentives

  • Annual performance bonuses and merit increase eligibility

  • And more—because we invest in your health, your future, and your peace of mind.

It’s a package designed to reward impact—not just hours worked.

More Than Just a Paycheck

At Unither, we don’t just offer competitive hourly wages—we also pay 100% of your medical premiums.That means no paycheck deductions for your healthcare, which can be worth an extra $1 to $3.50 an hour in your pocket compared to jobs where you pay part of the premium.

Learn more about us:

We are a dynamic company driven by a spirit of victory and are therefore pursuing strong growth while maintaining a close relationship with our customers and employees.

Our culture is based on 5 values: Respect, Responsibility, Trust, Courage and Innovation. We are committed to bringing these values to life with our employees by granting them a high degree of autonomy in the exercise of their profession and by encouraging their initiatives.

We are committed to providing them with working conditions and atmosphere that is conducive to their development and the expression of their potential.

We propose you to integrate a site that values the meaning of work and that entrusts our employees with a high level of responsibility.

Join us and make a difference!

Unither is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and to ensuring equal employment opportunity for all applicants.

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