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Clayco · 13 hours ago

Process Lead Engineer

Saint Louis, MO, United States

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

10+ years exp

Clayco is a full-service, turnkey real estate development, master planning, architecture, engineering, and construction firm. They are seeking an experienced Process Engineer to support the planning, design, and delivery of life sciences manufacturing facilities, focusing on defining process requirements and operational workflows for regulated manufacturing environments.

Real Estate

Growth Opportunities

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Lead or support process definition and design efforts for life sciences manufacturing facilities from early planning through construction support

Define process flows, unit operations, equipment requirements, and space needs to support regulated manufacturing operations

Develop process narratives, block flow diagrams, and equipment layouts that inform architectural and engineering design

Collaborate with clients to understand manufacturing objectives, capacity requirements, product mix, and operational constraints

Work closely with process architects and project teams to translate process requirements into compliant, efficient, and flexible facility layouts

Coordinate with critical utilities, mechanical, electrical, automation, and architectural teams to align process needs with supporting systems and infrastructure

Support front-end project efforts by contributing to proposals, technical narratives, and early planning concepts

Participate in client meetings, technical workshops, and planning sessions related to process definition, capacity planning, and operational strategy

Support compliance with applicable regulatory requirements, including GMP/GxP expectations and relevant industry guidelines

Review process-related design deliverables to ensure alignment with defined process requirements and overall project objectives

Participate in multidisciplinary coordination reviews to resolve process-related design challenges

Stay current with emerging technologies, manufacturing platforms, and best practices across life sciences modalities

Qualification

Life sciences manufacturingProcess engineeringRegulatory complianceGMP/GxP environmentsChemical EngineeringBiochemical EngineeringMechanical EngineeringProfessional Engineer (PE)CommunicationCollaboration skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Biochemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field

10+ years of experience in life sciences manufacturing process engineering within pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or advanced therapy environments

Demonstrated experience supporting at least one major life sciences manufacturing modality, such as: Monoclonal antibodies (mAbs), Fill–finish (aseptic or non-aseptic), Advanced therapy medicinal products (ATMPs), including cell and gene therapies, mRNA, Vaccines, Active pharmaceutical ingredients (API), Oral solid dosage (OSD)

Strong understanding of regulated manufacturing processes, unit operations, and equipment typical of life sciences facilities

Experience translating process requirements into facility design inputs, equipment layouts, and engineering criteria

Familiarity with GMP/GxP environments and regulatory expectations

Strong communication skills, with the ability to engage in client-facing technical discussions and multidisciplinary coordination

Ability to collaborate effectively across engineering, architectural, and construction teams

Preferred

Exposure to additional modalities, platforms, or production technologies

Experience working in a design-build or fast-track project delivery environment

Professional Engineer (PE) licensure

Benefits

Discretionary Annual Bonus: Subject to company and individual performance.

Comprehensive Benefits Package Including: Medical, dental and vision plans, 401k, generous PTO and paid company holidays, employee assistance program, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability coverage, learning & development programs and more!

Company

Clayco

Clayco is a full-service, turnkey real estate development, master planning, architecture, engineering and construction firm.

Founded in 1984

Chicago, Illinois, USA

1001-5000 employees

http://www.claycorp.com/

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