Hiring || Chemical Engineer API R&D

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Key Responsibilities:

• Observe process in the laboratory and generate data for scale up working with chemistry teams in kilo lab and pilot plant.
• Design experiments using DoE (Design of Experiments) and perform reaction engineering studies for critical unit operations.
• Evaluate process scalability, safety, and sustainability for seamless technology transfer to the manufacturing plant. Carry out necessary process engineering calculations for scale up of unit operations.
• Prepare mapping, material and energy balance for the process.
• Develop and maintain process documentation: PFDs, P&IDs, risk assessments, scale-up reports, and technology transfer dossiers and ensure handover of the process to plant technical team.
• Participate in process hazard analysis (PHA), HAZOP, and safety assessments.
• Troubleshoot scale-up and manufacturing challenges in coordination with the production team. Evaluate and propose alternate and best process for commercial scale enhancing productivity, safety and quality.
• Support regulatory documentation including DMFs and QbD filings.
• Collaborate with engineering, production and quality assurance teams to develop and implement standard operating procedures (SOPs) and work instructions.
• Liaise with cross-functional teams i.e. Projects and EHS for infrastructure projects.

Qualifications:

• B.E./B. Tech or M.E./M. Tech in Chemical Engineering
• Professional certification in process engineering or related areas.
• 2- 5 years of experience in process engineering /production department in bulk drug, fine chemicals or agro-chemicals industry.

Key Skills:

• Familiarity with process optimization techniques, lean manufacturing principles, Six Sigma methodologies and statistical analysis.
• Proficiency in process analysis, process modelling and simulation software (Aspen Plus, ChemCAD , Dynochem, Visimix or equivalent) is preferred.
• Well versed about latest trends in manufacturing viz. Flow Chemistry, Sono Chemistry & Photo Chemistry.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills with the ability to identify and resolve complex process issues.
• Working knowledge of process safety, risk assessment and compliance with regulatory standards.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.

shikha.mishra@walterbushnell.com