Process Engineer IV

Process Engineer IV

Process Engineer IV

Position Overview
Senior technical lead responsible for defining, delivering and commissioning complex process engineering projects primarily in life sciences and food & beverage sectors. Owns design quality, technical scope, budget performance and vendor coordination from concept through construction and handover. Drives HAZOP/HACCP risk assessments, prepares specifications and calculations, mentors engineering staff and liaises with clients to ensure compliant, efficient and constructible process systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead process engineering for medium to large capital projects, ensuring technical integrity, schedule adherence and budget control.
• Develop and review process flow diagrams, P&IDs, 3D models and detailed drawings to meet project requirements and regulatory standards (cGMP/FDA where applicable).
• Prepare engineering calculations, equipment specifications, datasheets and technical submittals; review vendor documentation and manage submittal and RFI processes.
• Coordinate and lead HAZOP/HACCP workshops and other formal risk assessments; define mitigation actions and update designs accordingly.
• Manage commissioning and start-up activities, including development of FAT/SAT protocols, commissioning plans and punch-list closeout.
• Implement and maintain quality control processes for drawings, specifications and deliverables; ensure constructability and compliance with project scope.
• Control scope changes, prepare cost estimates and support budget forecasting; work with project management to manage commercial impacts of technical changes.
• Provide technical direction to construction teams and vendors on site; review contractor work, resolve technical issues and ensure safe execution of process installation.
• Mentor and coach junior engineers; review technical work products and foster continuous improvement in engineering practices and standards.
• Serve as client technical point of contact; present technical proposals, progress updates and support approvals and regulatory inspections.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Chemical, Mechanical, or Process Engineering (Masters preferred).
• Professional Engineer (PE) license a plus! 
• 10+ years of relevant process engineering experience with demonstrated leadership on capital projects in life sciences, pharmaceutical or food & beverage industries.
• Proven experience with process design deliverables (Revit/PDMS/SmartPlant/AutoCAD), equipment specifications, calculations and vendor submittals.
• Hands-on experience with HAZOP and HACCP assessments, commissioning, FAT/SAT and start-up activities.
• Strong knowledge of regulatory requirements and standards
• Demonstrated ability to prepare and manage RFIs, submittals, scopes of work, budgets and change control.
• Experience managing vendor relationships, procurement support and review of supplier documentation.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management and leadership skills; proven ability to work with multidisciplinary teams and construction partners.
• Proficient with engineering software and MS Office; familiarity with process simulation and calculation tools a plus.
• Willingness to travel to project sites and interact with construction teams as required.

- For this position, you must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship for a non-immigrant visa. CyberCoders will consider for Employment in the City of Los Angeles qualified Applicants with Criminal Histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring (Ban the Box) Ordinance.This job was first posted by CyberCoders on 08/26/2026 and applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled or closed.Everforth CyberCoders is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer

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Salary

$130000 - $200000 USD per year