Process Engineering Senior

CRB is a leading provider of sustainable engineering, architecture, construction and consulting solutions to the global life sciences and food and beverage industries. Our more than 1,100 employees provide best-in-class solutions that drive success and positive change for our clients, our people and our communities. We are seeking a skilled and experienced Process Engineer III/ IV or V with deep expertise in small molecule manufacturing to join our engineering consulting team. This role combines technical leadership with strategic client engagement, supporting process design, scale-up, optimization, and regulatory compliance across a variety of pharmaceutical and chemical industry projects.
The Process Engineer III will lead the design and execution of process scopes-such as unit operations, systems, or facility areas-on small to medium-sized projects. This role also includes mentoring junior staff, contributing to high-quality deliverables, and supporting capital project planning and regulatory alignment.
This position can be based near any CRB location, remote option will be considered
Lead and support client projects focused on small molecule API process development, scale-up, and manufacturing optimization.

• Conduct site assessments, gap analyses, and provide recommendations for process improvements and compliance.
• Develop process flow diagrams (PFDs), piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs), and mass/energy balances.
• Translate client requirements into actionable design scope and document decisions, open issues, and action items.
• Identify and escalate scope changes or design deviations to project leadership.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including architecture, mechanical, electrical, and construction.
• Support capital project planning including feasibility studies, equipment selection, and facility design.
• Participate in advanced project activities such as:
• Factory acceptance testing
• Risk assessments (e.g., 3D model reviews and coordination
• Sequence of operations and functional specification reviews

Participate in cross-discipline squad checks and drive overall project quality.
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemical Engineering or a related discipline (ABET-accredited).
Minimum of 5 years of experience in small molecule process engineering, preferably in a consulting or client-facing role.
Strong understanding of chemical synthesis, purification, and formulation processes.
Intermediate experience with applicable industry and regulatory guidance and building codes.
Advanced technical knowledge and experience with small molecule API manufacturing equipment and utility systems, such as chemical reactors, filters, centrifuges, dryers, vacuum pumps, scrubbers, purified water, process compressed gases, and engineered heat transfer fluid systems.
Experience designing and implementing engineering controls for containment of highly potent APIs.
Experience coordinating and managing design within project teams and with external partners.
Familiarity with commissioning, startup, qualification, and troubleshooting of process systems.
Experience with regulatory environments and validation documentation.
Prior experience in engineering consulting or client services.
Familiarity with process safety, risk assessments, and HAZOP studies.
Demonstrated experience leading a small team of process engineers on complex engineering design projects.

In addition, CRB offers a total rewards package that includes comprehensive insurance coverage as well as the opportunity to participate in one or more annual incentive programs based on company and individual performance.
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