or apply directly on Biosphere's site. We never take the application ourselves.
Is this posting real?
- This role has been open
- 2 days Biosphere's roles stay open a median of 3 days
- Reposted
- No
- Salary listed
- No 20% of Biosphere's roles list one
- Ghost-job risk at Biosphere
- moderate 1 stale, 0 reposted of 5 open
- Hiring momentum
- 6 roles opened in the last 90 days ↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
- Last confirmed on the employer's board
- 2026-10-29
Measured from postings appearing on and disappearing from Biosphere's own greenhouse board since 2026-08-03. Full hiring picture for Biosphere.
About this role
The Process Engineer will support the design and operation of a demonstration facility, focusing on building and running pilot-scale UV bioreactors. Responsibilities include conducting mass and energy balances, creating PFDs and P&IDs, sizing process equipment, and collaborating with R&D to operate pilot equipment and implement design changes. The role requires both design work and hands-on building in the Oakland, CA facility.
- benefits
- 3/5
- freshness
- 5/5
- career value
- 4/5
- role clarity
- 4/5
- pay transparency
- 0/5
Scored from the posting itself — how clearly the role is described, how much it says about pay and benefits, and how recently it was listed. Not a judgement of Biosphere as an employer.
What you need
- BS in Chemical Engineering or a related field (bioengineering, mechanical engineering)
- 1 to 6 years of experience in process engineering, process development, or pilot plant/manufacturing operations
- Solid chemical engineering fundamentals: mass and energy balances, fluid flow, heat transfer, pump and line sizing
- Ability to read and produce P&IDs
- Hands-on experience with tools and equipment assembly
- Clear writing and strong communication skills
Nice to have
- Fermentation or bioprocess experience, including sterile design, SIP/CIP, and aseptic operation
- Familiarity with hygienic design standards (ASME BPE, EHEDG)
- Experience in food/beverage, pharma, specialty chemicals, or an industrial biotech pilot plant
- Experience producing or reviewing FEL/FEED packages and/or working with external engineering firms
- CAD for process documentation (AutoCAD Plant 3D, SolidWorks or similar)
What you get
- Competitive compensation through a mix of salary and equity
- Unlimited paid vacation and sick/leave days + public holidays
- Comprehensive health insurance for employees and their dependents, including dental and vision
- Paid family leave
- Membership at Pacific Pipe Climbing gym next door
Worth weighing
- Role requires both design and hands-on work, which may not suit all candidates
- In-person work at the Oakland facility may limit remote work flexibility
- Title and level will be set based on experience, which may affect salary and responsibilities
Summarised from Biosphere's posting. Read the full original.
Listed by Biosphere on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-10-29. PitchMeAI is not the employer.
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