Principal Process Engineer

Jubilant HollisterStier Spokane

$130K — $208K *
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in applicable field; Master's or PhD preferred.
  • 10-15+ years of pharmaceutical or FDA regulated industry experience.
  • Expert-level tech transfer and process engineering experience.
  • Demonstrated leadership or supervisory experience.
  • Strong project management skills.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

  • Provide strategic leadership for process design and optimization.
  • Lead multiple concurrent tech transfers.
  • Serve as primary technical owner for assigned products.
  • Evaluate process scalability, robustness, and regulatory compliance.
  • Author and oversee validation protocols.
  • Lead investigations, deviations, and change controls.
  • Mentor junior process engineering staff.
  • Represent Technical Services in client-facing meetings, leading discussions and decision-making.

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental & Vision coverage from day one.
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) & Health Savings Accounts (HSA).
  • Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance.
  • Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance.
  • Employee Assistance Program.
Full Job Description
Job Description:

The Principal Process Engineer serves as a site-wide expert in pharmaceutical process engineering and technical transfer. This role leads multiple complex tech transfers concurrently, drives strategic improvements to manufacturing processes, and provides authoritative technical direction across the organization. In addition, the Principal Process Engineer represents Technical Services in client-facing meetings, leading technical discussions and providing credible, confident engagement with external stakeholders. This individual is also capable of standing in for other team leaders including the Director, Associate Director, or Manager-to support client engagement, decision-making, and other cross-functional or leadership activities as needed.
  • Provide strategic leadership for process design and optimization.
  • Lead multiple concurrent tech transfers.
  • Serve as primary technical owner for assigned products.
  • Evaluate process scalability, robustness, and regulatory fit.
  • Author and oversee validation protocols.
  • Lead investigations, deviations, and change controls.
  • Mentor process engineering staff.
  • Lead Technical Services representation in client-facing meetings, including technical discussions and decision support.
  • Act as a delegate for Director, Associate Director, or Manager roles in client engagement and other leadership activities as required.

Qualifications:

Required:
  • Bachelor's degree required in applicable field; Master's or PhD preferred.
  • 10-15+ years related pharmaceutical experience or FDA regulated Industry Experience
  • Expert-level tech transfer and process engineering experience.
  • Supervisory or other Leadership Experience
  • Project Management experience
  • Microsoft Office expertise required

Preferred:
  • Master's Degree counts as 2 yrs experience
  • Statistical Analysis
  • Lean Manufacturing Principles

Working Environment
  • Extended periods of sitting or standing.
  • Ability to lift 40 lbs. unassisted.
  • Work in classified/aseptic areas.
  • Work in confined spaces.
  • Potential exposure to allergens.

Location: Spokane, WA - On Site, Full- -Time

Shift: Mon-Fri Day shift

Compensation & Benefits That Start on Day One - Because Your Well Being Matters

Hiring Wage: $130,275 - $208,400 annually with opportunities for growth, promotion, and annual raises.

At Jubilant HollisterStier, we don't believe in waiting periods. From the moment you join us, you and your family have access to a full suite of benefits designed to support your health, stability, and long-term success.

Starting on your first day, you receive:
  • Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) & Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
  • Life & AD&D Insurance
  • Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program

Unlock Your Potential

If you're seeking a dynamic and rewarding career, we welcome your application today. Apply online:

Careers - Jubilant HollisterStier

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