Process Engineer I

Genesis AEC • Medford, MA

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

Process Engineer I

Do you have an innate curiosity when it comes to learning, implementing, and integrating the different pieces of a puzzle? Are you an early-career engineer who enjoys contributing to project deliverables? Are you seeking the next step in your career that offers growth potential?

If so, we invite you to apply to join our exceptional team as a Process Engineer.

WHO WE ARE

We’re Genesis AEC – an award-winning architecture, engineering, construction management, and CQV firm and a leader in the life sciences industry. Ranked #5 in Pharmaceutical Design by ENR magazine, we’re designing and constructing facilities that advance worldwide health. We’re proud to contribute to our Clients’ success, earning honors that include a 2021 ISPE Facility of the Year (FOYA) award and an ENR Mid-Atlantic’s Best Manufacturing Project award for our work at the National Institutes of Health.

What You’ll Be Doing
As a Process Engineer I, you will contribute to project deliverables under direct guidance from senior engineers and project leads while developing foundational skills essential to pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical facility design.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related discipline.
• 2-4 years of experience; co‑op or internship experience welcome.
• Intermediate to advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, work under pressure, and adjust to changing priorities.

Nice To Haves

• Exposure to pharmaceutical, biotech, life science, or laboratory environments.
• Experience with P&IDs, equipment documentation, or technical calculations.
• Interest in pursuing Professional Engineer (P.E.) licensure.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design and implementation of manufacturing processes (e.g., biological, API, oral solid dosage, cell therapy, aseptic processing/filling) and supporting systems (e.g., clean utilities, CIP, buffer/media prep, waste inactivation/treatment).
• Support senior engineers in preparing key engineering deliverables, including process flow diagrams, P&IDs, equipment lists, specifications, and technical reports.
• Participate in process simulations to gain exposure to optimization techniques and operational efficiencies.
• Learn document control practices, including revision history, accuracy, and traceability of engineering deliverables.
• Develop an understanding of project phases and how deliverables progress in complexity and detail.
• Learn how to organize engineering documents to clearly reflect background, design intent, assumptions, analysis, and conclusions.
• Assist with P&ID development, including back‑checking, redlining, and creating associated valve and line lists.
• Collaborate with other disciplines to ensure P&ID consistency and clarity.
• Support development and maintenance of equipment lists, including vendor coordination and organizing cut sheets.
• Review existing engineering calculations to understand technical justification.
• Develop basic engineering calculations under guidance.
• Understand how detailed calculations ensure safety and efficiency.
• Learn fundamentals of pharmaceutical regulatory and industry standards (e.g., FDA, ISPE, ASTM, BPE).
• Support activities ensuring compliance with evolving regulations and best practices.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and Rx insurance plans, with two-thirds of your premiums and deductible paid!
• Competitive 401(k) match program
• Generous paid time off
• Paid Parental Leave time.
• Thought leadership opportunities, including a $1,000 award for presenting or publishing your technical expertise!
• Competitive company-paid training opportunities
• A 5% salary increase for earning your professional license!
• Endless opportunities to grow your career

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level