Designer I, Process

Job Description

At IPS, we are global leaders in developing innovative solutions for the consulting, architecture, engineering, project controls, procurement, construction management, and CQV of technically complex facilities, primarily in the life sciences industry.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Process Designer 1 to join our Vaughan, Ontario team and assist senior staff with designing and implementing manufacturing processes, equipment, and plants (from pilot to fully operational). The assignments include specific tasks on project teams, and you will use your education, creativity, and expertise to resolve engineering problems and tasks as assigned.

Additional Responsibilities

• Generating PFDs, P&IDs, process equipment and instrument data sheets as well as supporting narratives.
• Adhering to process and manufacturing design scopes of work for each project and alerting appropriate staff about changes or requests for additional services.
• Assisting with the preparation of engineering studies and schematic design for new systems and analyzing the operation of existing systems.
• Ensuring that satisfactory relationships are maintained with clients, consultants, and other vested interests.
• Providing site support to clients requiring engineering assessments of existing or new processes and equipment.
• Providing site support on projects designed or constructed by IPS.

• 2+ years of process engineering design experience, preferably in the Pharmaceutical, Biotech, or BioPharm industry.
• Proven experience generating PFDs, P&IDs, process equipment, and instrument data sheets as well as supporting narratives.
• General knowledge of system design and applicable codes in process engineering.  
• Has demonstrated strong time management skills and the ability to manage projects, problem solve, and communicate effectively with co-workers.
• Pharmaceutical, Biotech, or Nutraceutical industry experience is strongly preferred.
• AutoCAD experience.
• Enthusiastic and resilient, innovative and technically grounded.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a variety of pharmaceutical projects, including API, OSD, and Aseptic Fill/Finishing.

Physical Demands

• Must be able to stand, sit, and walk for prolonged periods.
• Must possess the ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl as required.
• Must be able to lift and move objects weighing up to 25 pounds.
• Must be able to climb ladders as necessary.

Work Environment

• Must be able to work in both indoor and outdoor environments, which may include exposure to varying working conditions.
• Must be able to adhere to strict cleanroom gowning protocol

Travel

• This position will require 5-20% travel or as required by the assigned project.
• You may be assigned to a client site for an extended period.
• Overnight travel or staying in the city of the Client’s location is possible, depending on the assignment.
• Please review the IPS Travel Policy.
• You will visit Client sites and must adhere to stated safety rules.
• Must have access to reliable transportation.
• Must have the ability to travel and commute on a daily or routine basis.

Safety

• This position is a safety-sensitive position.
• The employee is designated for field work and attends activities at client sites where they work in construction, process, packaging, manufacturing, research, or other "non-administrative" areas.

All interviews are conducted either in person or virtually, with video required.

Qualifications & Requirements

• 0-2 years engineering experience.

• Bachelor of Engineering Degree in Chemical Engineering from an accredited four-year college or university.

• Expertise in computer operation for engineering design programs and computer-aided drafting.

• Ability to interface with other disciplines on a project where required.

• Completion of the Engineering-in-Training exam is encouraged.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a variety of pharmaceutical projects, including API, OSD, and Aseptic Fill/Finishing.

Physical Demands

• Must be able to stand, sit, and walk for prolonged periods.
• Must possess the ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl as required.
• Must be able to lift and move objects weighing up to 25 pounds.
• Must be able to climb ladders as necessary.

Work Environment

• Must be able to work in both indoor and outdoor environments, which may include exposure to varying working conditions.
• Must be able to adhere to strict cleanroom gowning protocol

Travel

• This position will require 5-20% travel or as required by the assigned project.
• You may be assigned to a client site for an extended period.
• Overnight travel or staying in the city of the Client’s location is possible, depending on the assignment.
• Please review the IPS Travel Policy.
• You will visit Client sites and must adhere to stated safety rules.
• Must have access to reliable transportation.
• Must have the ability to travel and commute on a daily or routine basis.

Safety

• This position is a safety-sensitive position.
• The employee is designated for field work and attends activities at client sites where they work in construction, process, packaging, manufacturing, research, or other "non-administrative" areas.

All interviews are conducted either in person or virtually, with video required.

About Us

IPS, a Berkshire Hathaway company, is a global leader in technical consulting, architecture, engineering, procurement, construction management, commissioning, qualification, and validation services for technically complex facilities. Integration is how we think and work. It requires the ability to unite existing and emerging technologies into a process that reliably delivers products and accelerates speed to market. That end-to-end mindset allows us to be agile and anticipate challenges as we move projects toward operational readiness. IPS applies design and delivery expertise, client-side experience, and supplier-side insight to every project. We infuse our curiosity, our passion, and our commitment to partnership in delivering solutions at any scale. We meet our clients where they are and get them to where they need to go. That’s only possible when we care as much as our clients do.

Specialties

Process Architecture, Process Design, Engineering, Construction, Commissioning, Qualification, LEAN Project Delivery, Strategic Master Planning, Energy Conservation Management, Project Controls, Program/Project Management, Operations/Logistics Strategy and Planning, EPCMV, and Staffing Services.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at IPS without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic predisposition or carrier status, veteran, marital, or citizenship status, or any other status protected by law. IPS is proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.

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