Chemical Process Engineer

Corden Pharma - A Full-Service CDMO

. Perform research and development activities to transfer and design or improve processes and technologies .

Posted 10/22/2026full-timeBoulder • Colorado • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $91,000 - $114,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Process Engineering, focusing on Chemical Manufacturing and Pharmaceutical Bulk API Production. Proficient in process development, troubleshooting, and compliance with regulatory standards such as cGMP and Process Safety Management.

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Process Engineering FundamentalsChemical Manufacturing ExperienceProcess Safety Management (PSM)Process Modeling Software ProficiencyRegulatory Compliance Knowledge

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Hard Skills

Process DevelopmentTroubleshootingData AnalysisTechnical EvaluationsScale-Up TechniquesBatch Record AuthoringProcess ValidationRoot-Cause AnalysisMathematical AnalysisQuality Standards Compliance

Soft Skills

Clear Written CommunicationEffective Presentation SkillsCross-Functional Team CollaborationProblem-SolvingCustomer Interaction

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficeMinitabJMPProcess Modeling Software

Industry Keywords

CGMPFDAICH Q7Pharmaceutical ManufacturingBulk API ProductionProcess SafetyQuality AssuranceQuality ControlEnvironmental Health and Safety (EHS)Hazard Analysis

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform research and development activities to transfer and design or improve processes and technologies
Provide process engineering support for manufacturing processes through continuous improvements and troubleshooting of production methods and equipment
Provide day-to-day support for 24/7 manufacturing, including manufacturing-floor support and attention outside normal work hours when needed
Evaluate new process fit into manufacturing, considering safety, cost, equipment, chemistry, and unit-operation technology needs
Perform process development using process modeling or laboratory-scale testing, focusing on scale-up from kilo-scale to full production scale
Maintain accurate documentation, follow laboratory safety procedures, and ensure compliance with quality standards and Good Laboratory Practices
Support technology transfer between manufacturing sites by assembling transfer packages, developing success plans, and implementing processes
Analyze data to improve yields, cycle times, product quality, safety, environmental risks, downtime, consistency, and process robustness
Conduct process troubleshooting and root-cause analyses; support deviation closure and CAPA development
Author and maintain master batch records
Author process-training documentation and train operators
Support process validation by authoring protocols and reports, participating in execution, and analyzing validation data
Monitor manufacturing operations, collect production data, identify anomalies, resolve real-time issues, evaluate process performance, and author campaign summary reports
Support Process Safety Management through hazard analyses, risk assessments, safety reviews, mass and energy balances, and engineering data
Support change-control activities for process, equipment, and procedural changes
Collaborate with Manufacturing, Quality Assurance, Quality Control, Validation, Engineering, Maintenance, and EHS personnel
Address Process Engineering requirements for assigned projects as part of a cross-functional team
Follow cGMP, FDA, ICH Q7, and other applicable global regulatory requirements
Pursue professional development through on-the-job training, lectures, professional organizations, formal training, and conferences

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical Engineering or a related technical field
Demonstrated knowledge of Process Engineering fundamentals
Experience in Chemical Manufacturing, especially Pharmaceutical Bulk API Production, is preferred
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents
Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community
Ability to write speeches and articles for publication that conform to prescribed style and format
Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups, and/or boards of directors
Ability to apply advanced mathematical concepts such as exponents, logarithms, quadratic equations, and permutations
Ability to apply mathematical operations to frequency distribution, test reliability and validity, analysis of variance, correlation techniques, sampling theory, and factor analysis
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
Ability to interpret extensive technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with abstract and concrete variables
Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
Working knowledge of applicable regulatory and compliance requirements, including cGMP, Process Safety Management (PSM), OSHA, EPA, and company quality systems
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, process modeling software, and statistical analysis programs such as Minitab and JMP
Knowledge of plant-scale unit operations, scale-up, process safety, and bulk API manufacturing operations
Ability to analyze process performance, interpret data, support troubleshooting, perform technical and economic evaluations, and develop practical engineering solutions
Ability to participate in PHAs, incident reporting and investigations, deviations, and CAPAs
Clear, concise written communication skills for technical reports, investigations, procedures, validation documentation, and campaign reports
Ability to communicate technical information through presentations, discussions, and cross-functional interactions
Ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams
Certificates, licenses, registrations: None

Benefits

Comp & perks

401(k) matching - Corden Pharma will contribute 100% of the first 6% - 100% vested after 2 years of service
Accident Plan
Critical Illness Insurance
Dental Insurance
Disability Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Flexible Spending Account
Health Insurance PPO/HSA
Hospital Indemnity Plan
ID Theft Protection
Life Insurance
Paid Parental Leave
Tuition Reimbursement
Wellness Program
Vacation – Three Weeks 1st Year
Vision Insurance