Process Engineer
ABOUT GREENLIGHT GreenLight Biosciences is using RNA to create a world where plants, people, and the planet can thrive together. The company is developing highly effective agricultural solutions for farmers and beekeepers that are targeted to specific pests and degrade quickly in the environment. Our pipeline includes products to protect honeybees and a range of fruits and vegetables. The GreenLight platform allows us to research, design, and manufacture across multiple product categories including insecticides, fungicides, and herbicides. For more information, visit www.greenlightbio.com. GreenLight Biosciences is looking for a Process Engineer to be responsible for process design and process/operations improvement for our RNA technology production in Rochester, NY. The successful candidate will be able to improve our industrial processes to enhance efficiency, reliability and ensure safe operations while reducing costs. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (including the following, however, other duties may apply.) • Develop, configure, and optimize the GreenLight Bio’s industrial processes from inception through to start up and certification. • Design, run, test and upgrade systems and processes. • Develop best practices, routines, and innovative solutions to improve production rates and quality of output. • Perform process simulations. • Assess processes, take measurements, and interpret data. • Troubleshooting is a key skill. • Manage cost and time constraints. • Perform risk assessments. • Provide process documentation and operating instructions. • Comply with OSHA, EPA and GreenLiht Bio’s safety and environmental policies. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES Indirect leadership responsibilities. QUALIFICATIONS • Proven work experience in process engineering. • Excellent technical skills. • Knowledge of process related standards. • Experience in process simulations. • Working knowledge of process engineering software packages. • CAD or AutoCad skills. • Instrumentation and automation knowledge a plus. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE • BS degree in Chemical Engineering or similar • At least 5 years of experience in the Biosciences Process Manufacturing Industry (Chemical, Petrochemical, Refinery, etc.) or equivalent technical role • Experience working in a startup facility such as in food or enzyme processing, or chemical industries • Strong analytical skills • Excellent oral and written communication skills. • Knowledge of OSHA and EPA state/federal rules and regulations preferred. • Knowledge of computerized work order systems is preferred. PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES · Strong time management skills · Ability to maintain focus when working individually. · Team player: within department and with other departments · Eye for details · Effectively communicate and understand job instructions both verbally and written · Ability to perform basic mass and energy balance computations. Ability to apply engineering concepts to practical situations. · Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables. · Familiarity with environmental, health and safety regulations. · Analytical thinker with interpersonal skills. WORK ENVIRONMENT While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be working in an industrial environment. The ability to wear a respirator and hearing protection is a requirement. Proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) will be provided and must be worn. Greenlight Biosciences Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.