Senior Process Engineer- Molecule, Oligo, Peptide
crbAtlanta, GA
Senior Process Engineer- Molecule, Oligo, Peptide
crbAtlanta, GA
yesterday
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Position: Senior Process Engineer- Small Molecule/ Oligo/ Peptide
Senior Process Engineer
Small Molecule/ Oligo/ Peptide
Full-time
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. CRB is a privately held company with a rich history of serving clients throughout the world, consistently striving for the highest standard of technical knowledge, creativity and execution.
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. You will manage scope, budget, and schedule, while maintaining clear communication with clients and internal teams. 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
Key Responsibilities:
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 escalation scope changes or design deviations to project leadership.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including architecture, mechanical, electrical, and construction.
Prepare technical reports, proposals, and presentations for internal and client stakeholders.
Support capital project planning including feasibility studies, equipment selection, and facility design.
Ensure alignment with industry standards including cGMP, FDA, EMA, and ICH guidelines.
Participate in advanced project activities such as: Technical bid tabulations
Vendor package management
Factory acceptance testing
Risk assessments (e.g., HAZOP, HACCP)
3D model reviews and coordination
Sequence of operations and functional specification reviews Mentor junior engineers and design staff.
Lead system design programming and planning with support from senior engineers.
Participate in cross-discipline squad checks and drive overall project quality.
Minimum Qualifications:
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.
Experience in design firm or operating company settings within a related industry.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
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…
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JOB OVERVIEW
Experience level
Lead
Location
Atlanta, GA
Occupation
Chemical Engineers
Industry
Engineering Services
Posted
yesterday
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