Process Engineer - Day Shift

Role: Process Engineer supporting pharmaceutical manufacturing at AstraZeneca's Coppell, Texas site, focusing on process improvement, equipment validation, and scale-up activities. Responsibilities include developing process strategies, leading projects to enhance safety, quality, yield, and cost efficiency, and supporting equipment validation (IQ, OQ, PQ). The role involves working on process optimization, technology evaluation, deviation investigations, and cross-functional collaboration with project teams, contractors, and quality teams. Requirements: BSc in Chemical Engineering or related field; 1-2 years GMP/pharmaceutical experience; proficiency in P&ID interpretation, process modeling, automation systems (PLC, SCADA, DCS), data trending (OSIsoft PI preferred). Experience with batch reactors, filtration, CIP, and handling systems is desirable. Qualifications also include supporting validation activities and process development. Preferred: lean certification, root cause analysis expertise, and familiarity with high-pressure/high-temperature processes. High-value specifics: pharmaceutical manufacturing environment, GMP compliance, process validation, batch processing, automation platforms, and data analysis tools. Work setup: 12-hour rotating day shifts (5am-5pm) with some flexibility for operational coverage.