Process Engineer IV - job 1 of 2

CRB is a leading provider of sustainable engineering, architecture, construction and consulting solutions to the global life sciences and food and beverage industries. Our more than 1,100 employees provide best-in-class solutions that drive success and positive change for our clients, our people and our communities. CRB is a privately held company with a rich history of serving clients throughout the world, consistently striving for the highest standard of technical knowledge, creativity and execution.

We’re looking for a seasoned Process Engineer IV to lead complex, multidisciplinary projects in the life sciences and food & beverage industries. This high-impact role combines deep technical expertise with strategic leadership, guiding process design from concept through commissioning. You’ll collaborate across teams, mentor junior engineers, and drive innovation in facility and system design. This is a high-priority position with visibility across the organization. You’ll be at the forefront of designing and delivering innovative, high-performance facilities that shape the future of manufacturing and science.

Key Responsibilities 

• Lead Process Engineering Efforts: Oversee discipline-specific design and execution across large, complex projects, ensuring alignment with client goals, budgets, and schedules.
• Project Strategy & Execution: Partner with Project Managers to develop proposals, plan resources, and shape project delivery strategies.
• Technical Excellence: Develop and review process design packages, including PFDs, P&IDs, equipment specifications, and control strategies.
• Field & Construction Support: Lead site walkdowns, field surveys, commissioning, and startup activities. Respond to RFIs, review submittals, and support construction teams.
• Mentorship & Leadership: Guide and mentor junior engineers and designers, fostering technical growth and collaboration.
• Advanced Design & Planning: Contribute to master planning, facility layout, capacity planning, and risk assessments (e.g., HAZOP, HCCP).
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Coordinate with internal disciplines, vendors, and construction partners to ensure seamless project execution.

• Education:
  • ABET-accredited Bachelor’s in Chemical, Biological, or Mechanical Engineering
  • Master’s degree preferred
• Experience:
  • Minimum 10 years for Lead-level responsibilities
  • Minimum 15 years for Senior-level responsibilities
  • Experience in design firms, operating companies, or construction environments preferred
• Technical Skills:
  • Strong understanding of regulatory codes and industry standards
  • Proficiency in process modeling, simulation tools, and 3D coordination
  • Experience with facility and system design in life sciences or food & beverage sectors

Preferred Qualifications 

• Professional Engineering License
• Strong communication and leadership skills
• Broad technical network across clients, vendors, and trade partners

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All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

CRB is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and it is our policy to provide equal opportunity to all people without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other legally protected category. Employment is contingent on background screening.

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CRB offers a complete and competitive benefit package designed to meet individual and family needs.

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