Harris Group is seeking an entry-level Associate Chemical/Process Engineer to join our Life Sciences group in Thousand Oaks, CA. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career engineer to build hands-on experience on complex, meaningful projects in the biotech industry.
In this role, you will provide professional engineering expertise to industrial projects that positively impact both the community and the environment. You’ll work on innovative designs for industrial facilities and contribute to diverse projects through development, detailed design, and construction support with a focus on life sciences (biopharmaceutical), laboratory HVAC and piping systems, and industrial manufacturing.
The ideal candidate brings an entrepreneurial mindset and genuine passion for chemical and process engineering, someone who takes ownership of their work, communicates proactively with teammates, and is eager to grow in a multi-discipline environment.
What We Can Offer You
- Hands-on experience across life sciences (biopharmaceutical), laboratory systems, and industrial manufacturing projects from day one
- A multi-disciplinary team environment where you’ll collaborate with engineers and architects across all disciplines, beyond just your own specialty
- A real ownership stake through Harris Group’s Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
- Career growth with mentorship, clear advancement paths, and opportunities to take on increasing responsibility
- Training & Education Assistance to support your professional development and licensure goals
- Competitive benefits including health, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, 401(k) with company matching, PTO, and paid holidays
- A passionate, collaborative team that is serious about doing great work and supporting the people who do it
The Responsibilities
- Serve as a technical resource on designs, advancing engineering theories, concepts, principles, and processes
- Show a strong drive to work independently, manage project tasks, and meet deadlines, with a proactive approach to communicating progress with your team
- Perform process and mechanical design, collaborating with the process staff and coordinating with other disciplines
- Prepare design calculations and documentation that support the project design basis
- Prepare process and mechanical drawings through the use of designers or drafters, and develop specifications
- Coordinate design with vendor-supplied equipment
- Prepare P&IDs, equipment layouts and general arrangements
The Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering; up to 2 years of relevant experience preferred (new graduates welcome to apply)
- Working knowledge of process and chemical engineering techniques commonly used in industrial capital projects
- Familiarity with process system design and equipment including pumps, fans, heat exchangers, cooling towers, boilers, chillers, conveyors, and air handlers
- Ability to identify, interpret, and apply relevant codes and standards to engineering designs
- Proficient with MS Office suite
- Experience with AutoCAD, CADWorx, or Revit is a plus
- Knowledge of Caesar or Autopipe pipe stress software is a plus
- Knowledge of PIPE-FLO preferred
- This role is based on-site at our Thousand Oaks, CA location; daily on-site presence is expected
Benefits
- Salary Range: $75,000 - $88,000 per year depending on location, education, experience, and any certifications that are directly related to the position.
- Benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, 401K retirement savings plan (with company matching), PTO & paid holidays.
- Harris Group is proud to be an employee-owned company; the ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan) provides an exciting employee wealth building opportunity for our employees.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Harris Group provides a competitive compensation and benefits package and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ethnicity, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
Drug-Free Workplace
Harris Group, Inc. is a 100% drug-free workplace. For the safety of our employees, customers, and our customers’ facilities, we conduct a pre-employment drug test and may require random testing to meet specific client needs. Please note that marijuana, even if prescribed by a physician or permitted under state law, remains illegal under federal law and is against Harris Group’s policy.
Ready to Start Building Something Real?
If you’re an early-career engineer looking for a place to grow your skills, take on meaningful work, and build equity in the firm you’re helping to grow, we’d love to hear from you.