Astrix ยท 5 hours ago
Process Development Engineer
Lake County, OH
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$100K/yr - $125K/yr
10+ years expAstrix is a global leader in the development and manufacture of pharmaceutical ingredients and chemicals. They are seeking a Process Development Engineer to collaborate with chemists and lead the scale-up of production processes, ensuring the transition from laboratory to pilot-plant operations while maintaining safety and documentation standards.
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Responsibilities
Collaborate closely with chemists to guide the development of new chemical processes, translating R&D concepts into clear, executable manufacturing instructions
Lead the scale-up of production processes from laboratory bench to pilot-plant operations
Troubleshoot and propose flexible solutions when scale-up challenges arise; work hands-on with production operators to resolve issues
Support fellow engineers with complex scale-up scenarios
Prepare and maintain key documentation including batch records, specifications, hazard assessments, safety review packages, emissions data, and process reports
Conduct safety meetings, oversee ongoing production, assist on the manufacturing floor as needed, and review completed batch records
Work closely with chemistry and quality teams throughout the entire production cycle
Interface with external stakeholders such as clients, vendors, and contractors
Provide engineering support for pilot-plant equipment and infrastructure
Manage multiple priorities and work with leadership to set and adjust project goals
Qualification
Required
B.S. or M.S. in Chemical Engineering or Chemistry
10+ years of experience in process scale-up and preparation within the pharmaceutical or specialty chemicals industries
Effective collaborator within multi-disciplinary teams
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Proven experience with first-time scale-ups
Demonstrated performance and progression in previous roles
Hands-on experience with pilot-plant and kilo-scale equipment
Knowledge of process validation, cleaning validation, and equipment commissioning/qualification
Excellent troubleshooting capabilities
Highly motivated, team-oriented, and skilled in both written and verbal communication
Benefits
Relocation Assistance Provided
Company
Astrix
Astrix is the unrivaled market-leader in creating & delivering innovative strategies, solutions, and people to the life science community.
1001-5000 employees
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