Print / save as PDF

About Us

ZETA is a global engineering and technology partner serving pharmaceutical and biopharma companies. With over 30 years of experience, we specialize in process engineering, automation, and GMP-compliant systems to help deliver life-saving therapies.

Position Summary

The Process Engineer supports process design and engineering activities for ZETA’s biopharmaceutical client projects. Working under the guidance of senior engineering staff, this role assists in the development of process systems across upstream, downstream, blood plasma fractionation, ADCs, and cell and gene therapy applications.

The Process Engineer contributes to producing engineering deliverables, specifying process equipment, supporting commissioning activities, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver GMP-compliant solutions.

Process Engineer

Location: King of Prussia Contract: Full-time employee Start: 03.03.2026

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
  •  Assist in preparing engineering documentation, including PFDs, P&IDs, and mass/energy balances.
  • Support senior engineers in specifying and designing process equipment (vessels, mixing systems, filtration skids, etc.).
  • Contribute to developing User Requirements Specifications (URS) and Functional Specifications under supervision.
  • Participate in start-up and commissioning activities, including FAT and SAT.
  • Provide preliminary troubleshooting and technical support.
  • Collaborate with automation, mechanical, and project management teams as part of integrated engineering efforts.
  • Assist in CIP/SIP strategy development, including data collection, testing support, and documentation.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

  • Hybrid work model with three onsite days per week at the King of Prussia office.
  • Travel up to 30%, including domestic and international assignments as needed for project execution, FAT/SAT, or client support.
  • Ability to work in office spaces, client facilities, and manufacturing environments.
 

Required Qualifications

 
  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related technical discipline.
  • 0–5 years of experience in the Biotech or Pharmaceutical industry (internships, co-ops, or academic project experience accepted).
  • Understanding of GMP requirements and biopharmaceutical process systems, or willingness to learn.
  • Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings (P&IDs, PFDs) or interest in developing this skill.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Exposure to bioprocess unit operations through coursework, internships, research, or industry experience.

We offer

Free coffee & Teas

Medical, Dental, & Vision Health Benefits & HSA & Short-term Disability

European-style PTO & vacation
401K with 5% employer match of annual salary
Travel & training
our ZETA values

Free coffee & Teas

Medical, Dental, & Vision Health Benefits & HSA & Short-term Disability

European-style PTO & vacation
401K with 5% employer match of annual salary
Travel & training
our ZETA values

European-style PTO & vacation

  • Free coffee & Teas

  • Medical, Dental, & Vision Health Benefits & HSA & Short-term Disability

  • European-style PTO & vacation

  • 401K with 5% employer match of annual salary
  • Travel & training
  • our ZETA values
Under the motto "Let's Engineer Your Career Together" we are looking forward to receiving your application!
Your application will
processed by
Nancy Lowell
 
Apply now
Evolution of Technology – find more here: www.zeta.com
 
ZETA USA Inc.
2200 Renaissance Blvd Ste. 170, King of Prussia, PA 19406

About Us

ZETA is a global engineering and technology partner serving pharmaceutical and biopharma companies. With over 30 years of experience, we specialize in process engineering, automation, and GMP-compliant systems to help deliver life-saving therapies.

Position Summary

The Process Engineer supports process design and engineering activities for ZETA’s biopharmaceutical client projects. Working under the guidance of senior engineering staff, this role assists in the development of process systems across upstream, downstream, blood plasma fractionation, ADCs, and cell and gene therapy applications.

The Process Engineer contributes to producing engineering deliverables, specifying process equipment, supporting commissioning activities, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver GMP-compliant solutions.

Process Engineer

Location: King of Prussia Contract: Full-time employee Start: 03.03.2026

Your tasks
  •  Assist in preparing engineering documentation, including PFDs, P&IDs, and mass/energy balances.
  • Support senior engineers in specifying and designing process equipment (vessels, mixing systems, filtration skids, etc.).
  • Contribute to developing User Requirements Specifications (URS) and Functional Specifications under supervision.
  • Participate in start-up and commissioning activities, including FAT and SAT.
  • Provide preliminary troubleshooting and technical support.
  • Collaborate with automation, mechanical, and project management teams as part of integrated engineering efforts.
  • Assist in CIP/SIP strategy development, including data collection, testing support, and documentation.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

  • Hybrid work model with three onsite days per week at the King of Prussia office.
  • Travel up to 30%, including domestic and international assignments as needed for project execution, FAT/SAT, or client support.
  • Ability to work in office spaces, client facilities, and manufacturing environments.

Your profile
  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related technical discipline.
  • 0–5 years of experience in the Biotech or Pharmaceutical industry (internships, co-ops, or academic project experience accepted).
  • Understanding of GMP requirements and biopharmaceutical process systems, or willingness to learn.
  • Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings (P&IDs, PFDs) or interest in developing this skill.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Exposure to bioprocess unit operations through coursework, internships, research, or industry experience.
Under the motto "Let's Engineer Your Career Together" we are looking forward to receiving your application!
Apply now and become part of the ZETA-Team!
 
 
hrm-us@zeta.com
www.zeta.com