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Fill/Finish Process Engineer - Project Farma

Newperkinelmer

Customer Site - IL | Customer Site - IN | Columbus, OH, US$110k – $130konsite

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When joining PerkinElmer, you select an experienced and trusted leader in scientific solutions, with the support of a global service network and distribution centers, providing the right solution, at the right time, to meet critical customer needs.  With over an 80+ year legacy of advancing science and a mission of innovating for a healthier world, our dedicated team collaborates closely with commercial, government, academic and healthcare customers to deliver our broad portfolio of analytical solutions, and OneSource services. Job Title Fill/Finish Process Engineer - Project Farma Location(s) Columbus, OH, Customer Site - IL, Customer Site - IN, Customer Site - OH, Indianapolis, IN Job Description Role Summary  

This is a   full-time salaried position with   Project Farma,   a PerkinElmer company. The successful candidate will   reside   in one of Project Farma's primary markets and be   willing to travel domestically   to meet client project requests.  

Project Farma’s purpose is to   improve patient lives by accelerating the delivery of life-changing therapies.   We   accomplish   this through the successful execution of high-quality life sciences projects across the full project lifecycle. Project Farma (PF) team members collaborate with cross-functional teams to build trusted client relationships, deliver   an exceptional   customer experience, and contribute to business growth by   identifying   opportunities and applying data-driven insights to support project planning, cost, schedule, and performance management.   

All team members are expected to embody Project Farma’s values by being   curious ,   personable , and   unselfish , while   maintaining   a strong commitment to a   Patient Focused and People First mindset .  

The   Utilities Engineering Consultant   supports life science clients by providing hands-on engineering   expertise   across HVAC, building mechanical systems,   and   plant   utilities within a consulting environment. While the core of the role is utilities-focused, this position requires flexibility to pivot into Commissioning & Qualification (C&Q) and other engineering workstreams as client needs   evolve . The ideal candidate brings strong technical depth in HVAC and mechanical utilities, paired with the adaptability and execution mindset   required   to support projects from design through startup, commissioning, and qualification in regulated environments.  

Key Responsibilities  

• Participate in and lead technical sessions related to HVAC and building mechanical system engineering and design.  

• Develop practical, innovative solutions to HVAC and   building   mechanical engineering challenges.  

• Coordinate and support vendor startup and execution activities, including Site Acceptance Testing (SAT).  

• Lead and support startup activities for plant utilities, including:  

• Black Utilities (chilled water, plant steam)  

• Clean Utilities (WFI, Clean Steam)  

• Waste and air systems  

• Execute the full Commissioning and Qualification (C&Q) lifecycle for utility and facility systems, including the development and execution of IQ/OQ/PQ protocols.  

• Bridge engineering, commissioning, and validation activities by supporting the transition from vendor startup and construction to formal commissioning and qualification.  

• Perform field walk-downs and P&ID redlining to ensure “as-built” accuracy during the transition from construction to validation.  

• Ensure HVAC, mechanical, and utility systems   comply with   current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP).  

• Develop, review, and   maintain   technical documentation, including SOPs, requirements specifications, testing protocols, summary reports, and field turnover packages.  

• Collaborate with cross-functional client teams to lead and support project initiatives, plans, and workstreams, ensuring high-quality and   timely   deliverables.  

Attributes for Success    

• Technical Delivery : Applies advanced technical knowledge and professional  expertise     

• Innovation & Continuous Improvement : Seeks better ways, adapts to change and champions  new ideas .    

• Customer Focus & Professionalism :  Represents  PF with consistent professionalism,  appropriate escalation  and respect for internal stakeholders, even during high stress delivery situations    

• Integrity & Humility :  Demonstrates  self-awareness and puts PF mission above ego    

• Collaboration & Communication : Communicates clearly and proactively and drives transparent alignment with clients.    

• Project Execution : Delivers reliably, manages  priorities  and drives for   high quality   outcomes    

• Growth Mindset : Shows openness to  new ideas ,  feedback  and change   

Experience Required  

• Bachelor’s Degree in Life Science, Engineering, or a related discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience.  

• Minimum of 5+ years of experience as a Project Engineer, Consultant, or in a related engineering role.  

• Hands-on experience supporting HVAC, utilities engineering, and/or cGMP facility startups.  

• Experience working in regulated manufacturing environments.  

• Ability to work full-time on-site at client locations.  

• Willingness to travel as   required   to support project and business needs.  

Other Preferred   

• Demonstrated consultative flexibility, with the ability to pivot from high-level utility design to hands-on equipment qualification and field-side troubleshooting.  

• Experience with a broad range of utilities, including both:  

• Black Utilities (chilled water, plant steam)  

• Clean Utilities (WFI, Clean Steam)  

• Experience in the design, installation, and qualification of cGMP HVAC systems supporting classified spaces including cascading pressure; filtered, single pass and   monitored .  

• Familiarity with ASTM E2500 and/or ISPE Baseline Guides for Commissioning and Qualification.  

• Strong attention to detail, particul

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