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Piper Companies

Downstream Process Engineer

Piper Companies, Holly Springs, North Carolina, United States, 27540

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Piper Companies

is seeking a

Downstream Process Engineer

for a rapidly growing biomanufacturing organization located in

Cary, North Carolina (NC) . The

Downstream Process Engineer

will support startup and transition of downstream equipment into GMP manufacturing.

This will be an on-site position based out of Holly Springs, NC.

Responsibilities of the Downstream Process Engineer : Support startup and commissioning of downstream equipment (chromatography, UF/DF, buffer prep) Ensure equipment readiness and smooth transition into GMP manufacturing Collaborate cross-functionally to troubleshoot and optimize startup processes Execute final equipment verifications and partner with QA, Automation, and Maintenance Provide hands-on support during initial production runs and documentation Contribute to continuous improvement and coordinate with a 15-person operations team Qualifications for the Downstream Process Engineer :

5+ years of hands-on experience in downstream operations including chromatography, UF/DF, and buffer preparation Proven track record of transitioning equipment from project phase to full-scale manufacturing operations Strong understanding of GMP environments and large-scale bioprocessing systems Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and optimize purification processes in a production setting Bachelor's degree in Chemical, Industrial, or Mechanical Engineering (preferred) Compensation for the Downstream Process Engineer:

Salary Range

: $125,000-$149,000/year Comprehensive Benefits

: Sick leave if required by law, medical, dental, vision, 401K

This job opens for applications on 09/15/2025. Applications for this job will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date.

Keywords : Downstream processing, process engineer, downstream process engineer, chromatography, UF/DF, buffer preparation, GMP manufacturing, equipment startup, commissioning, process optimization, troubleshooting, CQV, equipment readiness, bioprocessing, chemical engineering, industrial engineering, mechanical engineering, cross-functional collaboration, continuous improvement, production support

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