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Syner-G

Principal Process Engineer

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Principal process engineer with 18+ years in biotech, pharmaceutical, or advanced manufacturing. Needs deep process automation expertise with platforms like DeltaV, Rockwell, Siemens, SCADA/PLC, plus leadership across scale-up, equipment integration, and multi-site programs. Remote role, but travel to client sites may be required up to 100%; no visa sponsorship.

Core skills

DeltaVProcess automationSCADA/PLC

Required skills

RockwellSiemensSCADAPLC

What you'll do

  • Lead enterprise-level process development, optimization, and scale-up initiatives across upstream, downstream, or formulation operations.
  • Serve as a senior technical authority for process automation strategy, including advanced control methodologies, digital transformation, and integration of next-generation technologies.
  • Develop, review, and approve complex engineering documentation such as PFDs, P&IDs, engineering studies, equipment specifications, and process descriptions.
  • Conduct high-level process modeling, statistical analysis, and system-wide assessments to drive strategic improvements and long-term process reliability.
  • Lead commissioning, qualification, and startup of major process systems, automated equipment, and integrated manufacturing platforms.
  • Partner with automation, engineering, operations, and digital teams to implement advanced monitoring tools, predictive analytics, and data-driven process control solutions.
  • Troubleshoot critical process deviations, equipment failures, and automation issues, providing expert-level guidance to engineering teams and client stakeholders.
  • Lead multi-site technology transfer activities, ensuring process scalability, consistency, and alignment across development, clinical, and commercial environments.
  • Oversee vendor relationships and manage complex equipment upgrades, process redesigns, and automation projects with significant technical and business impact.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on yield, throughput, cost efficiency, and long-term process robustness.
  • Mentor, coach, and develop engineering staff at all levels, contributing to organizational technical capability and succession planning.
  • Advise internal leadership and client executives on process strategy, risk mitigation, and long-term technical planning.
  • Influence organizational engineering standards, best practices, and technology roadmaps.

What they require

  • BS/MS in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Bioprocess Engineering, or a related technical field preferred.
  • 18+ years of experience in process engineering within biotech, pharmaceutical, or advanced manufacturing environments.
  • Extensive experience with automated process equipment such as bioreactors, chromatography systems, filtration skids, or formulation systems.
  • Deep expertise with process automation platforms (e.g., DeltaV, Rockwell, Siemens, SCADA/PLC systems).
  • Demonstrated leadership in process development, scale-up, equipment integration, and process optimization across multiple programs or sites.
  • Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams, manage complex technical programs, and mentor engineering staff.
  • Experience shaping process strategy, influencing technical direction, and contributing to long-term operational planning.
  • Expert-level understanding of process engineering fundamentals, mass/energy balances, process control, and equipment design.
  • Strong ability to develop, interpret, and approve P&IDs, engineering drawings, and automation logic.
  • Advanced data analysis and modeling capabilities using engineering and statistical tools.
  • Excellent communication, leadership, and program management skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple high-priority initiatives in a fast-paced, technically demanding environment.
  • Travel to client sites may be required up to 100%, based on project demands and client expectations.
  • Currently, Syner-G is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
  • Syner-G is an E-Verify employer.
  • The employee is regularly required to use a computer keyboard and mouse; reach with hands and arms; talk and listen.
  • The employee is frequently required to walk and sit, as well as to lift and carry objects such as books and files weighing up to 25 pounds.
  • The employee is occasionally required to stand, stoop, or kneel.
  • Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

Benefits

  • Market competitive base salary and annual incentive plan.
  • Robust benefit offerings.
  • Ongoing recognition and career development opportunities.
  • Generous flexible paid time off program.
  • Company-paid holidays.
  • Flexible working hours.
  • Fully remote work options for most positions and the ability to work “almost anywhere.”
  • Office locations in Greater Boston; San Diego, CA; Boulder, CO; and India.
  • Syner-G was recently honored with BioSpace's prestigious "Best Places to Work" 2026 award, for the third consecutive year.
  • Culture, career growth and development opportunities, financial rewards, leadership and innovation.

Syner-G

Syner-G is a strategic biopharma product development and delivery partner supporting clients from drug discovery and approval through commercialization.

Biopharma

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