About Precis
Precis Engineering + Architecture (Precis) is a 150+ person consulting firm based in Ambler, PA, offering comprehensive design services across pharmaceutical, biotechnology, higher education, industrial, commercial, critical utility, and healthcare markets. Our mission is to design and create important facilities that improve and save lives.
We are recognized for our technical expertise and strategic approach in delivering complex engineering and architectural solutions. Our collaborative, fast-paced environment encourages professional growth and innovation.
Position Overview
We are currently seeking a Senior Process Utilities Engineer with a minimum of 10 years of experience in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and/or chemical industries. This role focuses on the design and implementation of Clean Utility Systems (e.g., WFI generation, purified water systems, clean steam, clean gases) and Equipment Cleaning in Place (CIP) systems.
The ideal candidate will have a strong engineering background, deep knowledge of equipment and CIP design, and familiarity with US Pharmacopoeia and ASME BPE standards. This is an exciting opportunity for a resourceful, goal-oriented individual to help shape and grow Precis’ emerging process utilities business. The candidate should have an entrepreneurial mindset, be comfortable serving as both a technical and project lead, and be ready to help scale this area of practice across diverse projects.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and coordinate multi-discipline engineering teams for process utility projects involving Precis, client, and third-party personnel
- Act as subject matter expert in the design and implementation of process and clean utilities
- Provide technical leadership on projects and represent the process utilities discipline
- Interface with clean utility and cleaning equipment manufacturers
- Understand instrumentation, automation, and control approaches
- Apply knowledge of cGMP requirements to operations and manufacturing facility design
- Communicate and articulate process design deliverables clearly to clients and partners
- Generate process project deliverables including P&IDs, process flow diagrams, utility diversity calculations, equipment specifications, and narratives
- Conduct and oversee quality reviews of internal and third-party deliverables
- Develop new clients and expand relationships with existing clients
- Lead proposal development in response to RFPs
- Define project phases, determine resource needs, and support personnel assignments
- Prepare and review system calculations, drawings, specifications, and cost estimates
- Present project updates to clients and participate in project meetings
- Monitor project schedules and resolve issues to keep projects on track
- Track project costs and performance using key performance indicators
Qualifications
- BS or MS degree in Chemical Engineering or a related field
- Minimum 10 years of relevant industry experience
- Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred
- Proven ability to lead and collaborate across matrixed teams and client environments
- Strong experience in process utility design and documentation (e.g., P&IDs, equipment specs)
- Strong delegation, mentoring, and leadership skills
- Excellent written, verbal, and presentation communication skills
- Strong organizational and time management capabilities
- Logical thinker with creative problem-solving ability
- Understanding of budget control and project financial management
- Familiarity with industry standards, practices, and procedures
Why Join Precis
- Work on meaningful projects that directly impact public health and safety
- Be part of a collaborative, innovative team that values your ideas and expertise
- Grow your career through diverse project experiences and professional development opportunities
- Enjoy a flexible, supportive work environment and competitive compensation package
Equal Opportunity Employer
Precis Engineering provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.