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Stark Pharma Solutions Inc

Senior Process Engineer

Bend, OR · On-site

$109K - $141K/yr

... Sciences industries. I am actively connecting with professionals for current and upcoming ... Senior Process Engineer Location: Bend, OR Duration: 12+ Month Contract Position Overview We are ...

ORAU

Senior Process Engineer

Greenville, SC

$97K - $126K/yr

The Senior Process Engineer will play a key role in ensuring process efficiency, operational ... sciences, or industrial processing. Responsibilities * Conduct construction document reviews as ...

Cambrex

Senior Process Engineer

Charles City, IA · On-site

$94K - $121K/yr

Known for our customer-focused scientific and manufacturing excellence, as well as our strong ... As a Senior Process Engineer, you will serve as a senior member of our engineering team, taking a ...

company243

Sr. Process Engineer

Minneapolis, MN · On-site

$105K - $120K/yr

Description 0,00The Senior Process Engineer ensures Process Engineering Standards and how they ... Qualifications Education • Bachelor's of Science degree in an engineering field: manufacturing ...

Cambrex

Senior Process Engineer

Charles City, IA

$94K - $121K/yr

Known for our customer-focused scientific and manufacturing excellence, as well as our strong ... As a Senior Process Engineer, you will serve as a senior member of our engineering team, taking a ...

Cambrex

Senior Process Engineer

Charles City, IA

$94K - $121K/yr

Known for our customer-focused scientific and manufacturing excellence, as well as our strong ... Overview: As an expert in their field, the Senior Process Engineer leads technical teams ...

Redwood Materials

Senior Process Engineer

Ridgeville, SC

$102K - $133K/yr

Senior Process Engineer As a Senior Process engineer at Redwood you will have the opportunity to ... Bachelors or Masters in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Materials Science, or related discipline ...

Strata-G, LLC

Sr. Process Engineers

Oak Ridge, TN

$99K - $128K/yr

Our team of intellectually curious and highly motivated engineers, scientists and business ... Summary: * Sr. Process Engineers with Uranium processing experience - BS degree in Chemical ...

Strata-G, LLC

Sr. Process Engineers

Aiken, SC · On-site

$88K - $114K/yr

Our team of intellectually curious and highly motivated engineers, scientists and business ... Summary: * Sr. Process Engineers with Uranium processing experience - BS degree in Chemical ...

Blue Current

Sr. Process Engineer

Hayward, CA

$119K - $154K/yr

The Senior Process Engineer will design and conduct experiments for prototyping and characterizing ... This is a highly cross-functional, hands-on and fast-paced position with a team of scientists and ...

OBXtek

Senior Process Engineer

Hudson, WI · On-site

$107K - $139K/yr

As the Senior Process Engineer for the group, you will be responsible for all phases of a project ... To be considered for this position, you must have... * BS in Mechanical, Chemical or Food Science ...

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As of Jul 23, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior process scientist in the United States is $110,545.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $91,500.00 and $125,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Senior Process Scientist, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Senior Process Scientist, you need a strong background in chemical engineering, biotechnology, or a related field, typically with an advanced degree and extensive industry experience. Familiarity with process development tools, statistical analysis software (such as JMP or Minitab), and regulatory compliance systems (like GMP) is essential. Exceptional problem-solving, project management, and communication skills help you lead cross-functional teams and drive process improvements. These capabilities are vital for optimizing manufacturing processes, ensuring product quality, and maintaining regulatory standards in a competitive environment.

What are some common challenges faced by Senior Process Scientists when scaling up laboratory processes to full-scale manufacturing?

Senior Process Scientists often encounter challenges such as maintaining product quality and consistency, ensuring process robustness, and adapting protocols to comply with large-scale manufacturing equipment and regulatory standards. Collaboration with cross-functional teams—including engineering, quality assurance, and production—is essential to troubleshoot issues and optimize processes. Effective communication and problem-solving skills are crucial, as unexpected variables can arise during scale-up that require innovative solutions while adhering to timelines and safety guidelines.

What are Senior Process Scientists?

Senior Process Scientists are experienced professionals who oversee and optimize manufacturing or laboratory processes, particularly in industries like pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, or chemical engineering. They are responsible for designing, analyzing, and improving processes to ensure efficiency, quality, and compliance with regulatory standards. Senior Process Scientists often lead teams, develop protocols, troubleshoot issues, and work closely with cross-functional departments to implement new technologies or scale up production. Their expertise helps ensure products are consistently produced at the highest quality and safety levels.
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Senior Process Engineer

Stark Pharma Solutions Inc

Bend, OR • On-site

$109K - $141K/yr

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Posted 13 days ago

Job description

Hi,

My name is Karthik Mutyala, and I am a Recruitment Manager with Stark Pharma Solutions, specializing in opportunities across the Pharmaceutical, Biotechnology, Medical Device, and Life Sciences industries.

I am actively connecting with professionals for current and upcoming opportunities. If you are open to exploring new roles or would like to stay informed about relevant positions, please send me your updated resume along with the best number and time to reach you.

You can also follow Stark Pharma Solutions on LinkedIn for the latest job updates:

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Role: Senior Process Engineer

Location: Bend, OR

Duration: 12+ Month Contract

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Senior Process Engineer to support pharmaceutical and API manufacturing projects from design through commissioning and qualification. This role will provide technical leadership for process engineering activities, equipment design reviews, vendor management, and facility implementation within a GMP-regulated environment.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in pharmaceutical process design, OSD manufacturing, cleanroom facilities, and project execution across the full project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead process engineering activities for pharmaceutical and API manufacturing projects.
  • Review, redline, and approve engineering design packages, including:
  • P&IDs
  • Equipment Specifications
  • Data Sheets
  • Equipment Calculations
  • Technical Drawings
  • Provide oversight and technical direction to OEM equipment vendors throughout project execution.
  • Ensure facility and process designs comply with GMP requirements and cleanroom design standards.
  • Support process equipment selection, installation, startup, commissioning, qualification, and validation activities.
  • Participate in HAZOPs, risk assessments, and process safety reviews.
  • Collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Validation, and external vendors to ensure successful project delivery.
  • Verify compliance with Occupational Exposure Limits (OEL) and Occupational Exposure Bands (OEB) throughout facility and process design.
  • Support troubleshooting, optimization, and continuous improvement initiatives for manufacturing processes.
  • Contribute to project planning, execution, and technical decision-making across multiple workstreams.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Pharmaceutical Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
  • 10+ years of process engineering experience within pharmaceutical, API, biotechnology, or life sciences manufacturing environments.
  • Strong experience reviewing and approving process engineering design documentation.
  • Hands-on experience with:
  • Oral Solid Dosage (OSD) Manufacturing
  • Powder Handling Systems
  • CIP (Clean-in-Place) Systems
  • SIP (Sterilize-in-Place) Systems
  • Thorough understanding of GMP facility design and ISO cleanroom requirements.
  • Experience managing OEM equipment suppliers and external engineering partners.
  • Experience leading projects through design, construction, commissioning, qualification, and validation phases.
  • Strong knowledge of process safety, risk assessments, and HAZOP methodologies.