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Cambrex

Process Engineering Group Leader

Cambrex, Charles City, Iowa, United States, 50616

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Process Engineering Group Leader

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Cambrex

Cambrex is a leading global contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) that provides drug substance development and manufacturing across the entire drug lifecycle, with a team of 2,000 experts servicing clients worldwide.

Job Overview As a Process Engineering Group Leader, you’ll lead a team of engineers to develop and execute multi‑step, multi‑year cGMP manufacturing programs for active pharmaceutical ingredients. You’ll solve complex engineering challenges, collaborate with internal leaders and global clients, and develop your leadership skills through coaching, mentoring, and strategic team development.

Responsibilities

Lead a team of 4–7 engineers, managing resources and determining project assignments.

Develop team members through mentoring, training coordination, and performance management.

Provide technical guidance for conceptual process design of full API programs, including scaling calculations, equipment selection, production planning, and operating parameters.

Guide the team through process reviews for operability, safety, and quality; address complex quality investigations and implement corrective and preventive actions.

Serve as subject‑matter expert for external clients and internal stakeholders.

Identify, oversee, and conduct process improvement projects to reduce cycle time, increase yield, and improve quality.

Coordinate drafting of manufacturing documents such as process flow diagrams, batch records, validation protocols, SOPs, quality investigations, and campaign reports.

Partner with technical and department leadership to define and implement engineering best practices, driving continuous improvement across processes and systems.

Qualifications & Skills

Demonstrated ability to manage technical teams or large projects, balancing workload, timelines, resources, and budgets.

Proven ability to develop junior colleagues through technical capability, communication, professionalism, and career objectives.

Excellent written and verbal communication, able to explain complex concepts to both technical and non‑technical audiences.

Strong foundation in chemical engineering fundamentals (thermodynamics, heat transfer, mass transfer, transport, kinetics) and application to real‑world problems.

Proficiency in data analysis, visualization, troubleshooting, and process modeling using spreadsheets, programming, and simulation software.

Experience with process safety and risk management, ensuring safety of personnel and environment.

Knowledge of process scale‑up and equipment selection for reactors, filters, heat exchangers, and related equipment.

Strong problem‑solving and ideation skills, with ability to investigate complex process issues.

Attention to detail and meticulousness in reviewing technical documents.

Adaptability to changing priorities, new technologies, and unexpected challenges.

Education, Experience & Licensing Requirements

B.S. degree in Chemical Engineering or related field.

7–15 years of experience in chemical development, manufacturing, or engineering design, preferably in pharmaceuticals.

2+ years of supervisory or management experience.

Benefits Competitive benefits package includes healthcare, life insurance, retirement planning, and more.

Job Attributes

Seniority level: Mid‑Senior

Employment type: Full‑time

Job function: Engineering and Information Technology

Industry: Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

Equal Employment Opportunity Cambrex is an Equal Opportunity / affirmative action employer and will consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristics. All offers of employment are contingent on successful completion of a comprehensive pre‑employment screen, including drug tests, background checks, and verification of qualifications.

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