Process Development Engineer

About the role

EQVAL Group, Inc. is seeking a Process Development Engineer to support the development, validation, and implementation of new manufacturing processes for its medical‑device, pharmaceutical and biotechnology customers. The position is full‑time, onsite in Puerto Rico and involves close collaboration with cross‑functional teams.

Key responsibilities

• Perform process validation and equipment qualification activities (IQ, OQ, PQ) and create Master Validation Plans.
• Generate equipment documentation, preventive‑maintenance and calibration procedures, and manufacturing instructions.
• Design and develop in‑process and receiving inspection systems for new components and processes.
• Characterize, optimize and improve manufacturing processes using DOE, PFMEA and risk analysis.
• Work with technologies such as laser welding, heat bonding, injection molding, vision systems and automation (PLC, servo, pneumatics, sensors).

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Electrical or Mechanical preferred).
• Experience in a regulated industry (pharma, biotech or medical devices).
• Strong technical writing abilities.
• Fluent in English and Spanish.

Required skills

• Process validation, IQ/OQ/PQ, Master Validation Plans.
• Equipment documentation and calibration procedures.
• In‑process inspection design.
• Design of Experiments (DOE), PFMEA, risk analysis, CAPA, root‑cause investigation.
• Laser welding, heat bonding, injection molding, vision systems.
• Automation and controls: PLC, servo, pneumatics, sensors.
• Tooling, fixtures, test method development.

What we offer

• Health, dental, vision and pharmacy insurance.
• Life insurance and paid time off.
• Professional growth through EQVAL Academy courses and certifications.
• Referral program and productivity incentives.