Process Engineering Consultant - Clayton NC
About The Position
NNE is hiring a Process Engineering Consultant based in Clayton, North Carolina, to support the design and optimization of pharmaceutical and biotechnology manufacturing processes. The consultant will work with engineers, subject matter experts, clients, vendors, and multidisciplinary project teams on projects from concept development through detailed design and implementation. The role involves contributing to innovative manufacturing facilities, addressing technical challenges, and delivering practical, compliant engineering solutions while meeting project quality, budget, and schedule expectations. The position requires working in an agile, fast-paced, project-oriented environment and collaborating with customers and colleagues. Candidates must have unrestricted authorization to work in the United States and must not require current or future employer sponsorship. Applications are accepted only through NNE's online system. The application deadline is November 6, 2026, and interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis.
Requirements
- Bachelor's or master's degree in Chemical Engineering, Biochemical Engineering, Biotechnology, Pharmaceutical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
- At least 3 years of relevant engineering experience in pharmaceutical, biotechnology, life sciences, or related regulated industries.
- Experience supporting process design activities, including process calculations, PFDs, P&IDs, equipment sizing, and technical documentation.
- Familiarity with GMP-regulated environments and pharmaceutical manufacturing processes.
- Willingness and ability to be based in Clayton and work in an agile, fast-paced, project-oriented environment.
- Ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to solve technical challenges and deliver high-quality engineering solutions.
- Strong communication skills and ability to build productive relationships with customers and project teams.
- Proactive mindset, strong attention to detail, and commitment to continuous improvement.
- Must have unrestricted U.S. work authorization and not require current or future sponsorship.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with commissioning, qualification, validation, or process optimization activities.
Responsibilities
- Develop process engineering deliverables, including process flow diagrams, process descriptions, equipment specifications, calculations, and technical reports.
- Execute assigned engineering tasks across conceptual, basic, and detailed design phases while meeting project quality, budget, and schedule expectations.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary project teams, clients, vendors, and subject matter experts to develop practical and compliant process solutions.
- Analyze technical challenges, evaluate alternatives, and recommend effective solutions to support client objectives and project success.
- Contribute to knowledge sharing, process improvements, and best practices that enhance project delivery and customer value.
Benefits
- Competitive salary with annual adjustment increases
- 160 hours of PTO, prorated from hire date
- 14 paid holidays
- Health insurance from day one
- Dental insurance from day one
- Vision insurance from day one
- 8% guaranteed 401(k) company contribution
- 14 weeks of paid parental leave
- Company-paid life insurance
- Company-paid disability insurance
- Employee referral bonuses
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
