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Process Engineer III

GBA Companies Lenexa, KS

Lenexa, KS

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$90k - $120k/yr Full time Design Design Engineering Engineering

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Job Description

Lead Process Engineer III role supporting GBA Companies’ Life Sciences projects in Lenexa, Kansas (onsite).

Responsibilities

Own project-level process engineering design for pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and other specialized manufacturing facilities
Create process calculations, equipment sizing, material and energy balances using fluid mechanics and heat transfer
Prepare and review process flow diagrams (PFDs), piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs), equipment specifications, and other technical documentation
Develop construction documents, drawings, reports, and specifications using AutoCAD, Plant 3D, and Revit
Assess process equipment, piping systems, utilities, and control requirements to enable safe, efficient, and reliable operations
Review technical calculations, design outputs, construction submittals, shop drawings, and RFIs
Perform facility evaluations, engineering studies, and process assessments to identify challenges and recommend improvements
Apply relevant codes, permitting requirements, and industry standards including GMP, FDA, and ISPE guidance
Coordinate process solutions with mechanical, electrical, automation, architectural, and other engineering disciplines
Lead process-discipline coordination to resolve technical challenges and maintain design quality
Support project planning with scope development, fee calculations, technical documentation, and coordination of engineering deliverables
Manage assigned design responsibilities, schedules, and priorities to support project delivery
Communicate technical recommendations to project teams, clients, equipment vendors, and contractors
Provide engineering support during construction, commissioning, qualification, and validation (CQV)
Build client relationships by understanding operational needs and delivering practical, technically sound solutions
Provide technical direction to junior engineers, designers, and technicians
Review engineering calculations and documents and provide constructive feedback to maintain deliverable quality
Share technical knowledge to strengthen design skills, engineering judgment, and problem-solving
Foster collaboration, accountability, and open communication across project teams
Advance expertise in process design, manufacturing technologies, and regulated Life Sciences environments
Stay current on evolving standards, engineering tools, and process technologies
Identify opportunities to improve engineering workflows, design quality, and project coordination
Explore new tools, technologies, and responsible uses of AI to support innovation and technical problem-solving
Contribute lessons learned that strengthen team effectiveness and engineering practices
Continue developing technical expertise, project management capabilities, and leadership skills

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Biochemical Engineering, or a related field
4+ years of relevant process engineering experience
Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred
Experience with process design, fluid mechanics, heat transfer, material balances, and equipment sizing
Understanding of process control, equipment operation, and regulatory requirements including GMP, FDA, and ISPE guidance
Experience preparing and reviewing process engineering calculations, drawings, specifications, and construction documents
Proficiency with engineering design software: AutoCAD, Plant 3D, or Revit
Experience with analysis tools for fluid flow, equipment sizing, capacity modeling, or process simulation
Ability to evaluate technical challenges independently and develop practical engineering solutions
Experience coordinating process design with multidisciplinary engineering teams
Strong technical communication, critical thinking, problem-solving, and organizational skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities and support project schedules and deliverables
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Bluebeam

Technologies

AutoCAD
Plant 3D
Revit
Microsoft Office Suite
Bluebeam

Benefits

Competitive Salary: $90,000 - $120,000 per year
Comprehensive benefits package
Professional development opportunities
Environment that encourages learning, idea sharing, and making an impact

Experience that would be especially valuable

Process engineering experience in pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or other regulated manufacturing environments
Familiarity with specialized engineering software: AFT Fathom, AFT Arrow, FlexSim, SchedulePro, or PHA Pro
Participation in process safety assessments, including HAZOP reviews
Experience supporting construction, commissioning, qualification, and validation (CQV) activities
Experience mentoring junior engineers or providing technical direction to designers and technicians

What will help you thrive

Enjoys understanding how processes work, identifying improvement opportunities, and developing solutions that support safer, more efficient, and more reliable operations
Values technical detail while understanding how work fits into the overall project
Comfortable making engineering decisions and collaborating across disciplines to solve challenges
Willing to share knowledge, stay curious about new technologies and approaches, and grow as both an engineer and technical leader
Dependable, collaborative, and motivated by contributing to projects that support development and manufacturing of medicines and therapies

Why you’ll love working here

Work alongside talented engineers, architects, and technical professionals focused on delivering solutions
Contribute to complex Life Sciences projects, expand technical expertise, and grow in a collaborative environment

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