Contract Process Safety Engineer Jobs (NOW HIRING)

You Matter to Cambrex.

Cambrex is a leading global contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) that provides drug substance development and manufacturing across the entire drug lifecycle, as well as comprehensive analytical and IND enabling services. 

With over 40 years of experience and a team of 2,000 experts servicing global clients from North America and Europe, Cambrex offers a range of specialized drug substance technologies and capabilities, including continuous flow, controlled substances, liquid-phase peptide synthesis, solid-state science, material characterization, and highly potent APIs.

Your Work Matters.

At Cambrex, we strive to build a culture where all colleagues have the opportunity to:

• engage in work that matters to our customers and the patients they serve
• learn new skills and enjoy new experiences in an engaging and safe environment
• strengthen connections with coworkers and the community

We’re committed to attracting and nurturing a passionate team of valued professionals in our fast-paced and growing company.  We offer a competitive benefits package that includes healthcare, life insurance, planning for retirement, and more!

Your Future Matters.

Known for our customer-focused scientific and manufacturing excellence, as well as our strong commitment to quality and safety, we offer a range of career and growth opportunities across our global network of locations. Together with our customers, we aim to improve the quality of life for patients around the world. Start a career where You Matter by applying today!

The Process Safety Engineer will be responsible for process safety initiatives at the site, including laboratory and manufacturing operations.

• Participate in evaluations of New Product Development projects. Provide input on the safety and scalability of the chemical process.
• Participate in lab safety reviews.
• Prior to scale up, ensure proper safety data has been collected, including DSC, ARSST, MIE, MIT, explosivity data, etc. for reaction mixtures, finished goods and isolated intermediates as appropriate.
• Provide expertise on evaluation of process safety data
• Participate in safety reviews of process equipment
• Manage facility compliance program for OSHA PSM and EPA RMP
• Participate in PHA and POG reviews
• Conduct PPE Assessments
• Define Basis of Safety (BOS) for plant operations. Communicate BOS and consequences of deviation as necessary to help ensure safe operations.
• Participate in site change control as necessary
• Assist with performance studies of laboratory and manufacturing barrier/containment safety equipment.

• Working knowledge of a computer applications within a Windows-based environment is beneficial

• 4 year degree required in Chemical Engineering or Chemistry
• 5 or more years of experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably in the chemical or pharmaceutical industry
• CIH or CSP certification highly beneficial
• Experience and understanding of equipment operations and chemical reactions
• Experience in process safety assessments for a chemical synthesis operation strongly preferred

Cambrex is committed to providing a safe and productive work environment. All offers of employment are contingent on the successful completion of a comprehensive pre-employment screen. The pre-employment screen may consist of several components including but not limited to a drug test, criminal record check, identity verification, reference checks, education and employment verification, and may vary based on federal, state, and local laws. Refusal to submit to testing will result in disqualification of further employment consideration. 

All requirements are subject to possible modifications to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Cambrex Corporation is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), ancestry, national origin, place of birth, age, marital status, disability/handicap, genetic information, veteran status, or other characteristics protected by federal, state, and/or local law.

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• 4 year degree required in Chemical Engineering or Chemistry
• 5 or more years of experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably in the chemical or pharmaceutical industry
• CIH or CSP certification highly beneficial
• Experience and understanding of equipment operations and chemical reactions
• Experience in process safety assessments for a chemical synthesis operation strongly preferred