Process Engineer - Validation & TT

Cronos Group is an innovative global cannabinoid company with international production and distribution across five continents. Cronos Group is committed to building disruptive intellectual property by advancing cannabis research, technology, and product development. With a passion to responsibly elevate consumer experience, Cronos Group is building an iconic brand portfolio.

Cronos Israel is a joint venture (JV) between Cronos Group and Kibbutz Gan Shmuel. Cronos Israel’s brand portfolio includes PEACE NATURALS and LIT.

Work Environment

At Cronos Israel, we hire talented people who thrive on solving complex problems, process-oriented thinking, and continuous improvement. If you want to take part in establishing, developing, and optimizing manufacturing processes in a regulated and dynamic industry, we want to meet you.

This position is based in Gan Shmuel and reports to Senior Manager Engineering & Maintenance.

About the Role

The Process Engineer will be part of the Engineering team and will be responsible for the design, implementation, validation, and improvement of manufacturing processes at the facility. The role includes performing validations for new equipment, planning and executing product transfers from development to manufacturing (Technology Transfer), and leading changes and improvements to existing manufacturing processes, while ensuring full compliance with quality, safety, and regulatory requirements.

The ideal candidate is a process-oriented engineer with strong analytical skills, a systematic approach, and the ability to work effectively with multiple interfaces in a regulated manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and document validations for new equipment and processes in accordance with IMC-GMP requirements and company procedures, including IQ/OQ/PQ.
• Lead product transfers from development to manufacturing (Technology Transfer), including defining process parameters, preparing transfer documentation, and supporting ramp-up and scale-up activities.
• Support the implementation and commissioning of new manufacturing equipment, from specification through routine production.
• Lead and implement changes and continuous improvements to existing manufacturing processes to enhance quality, efficiency, robustness, and safety.
• Analyze manufacturing processes, identify deviations or process failures, and participate in the implementation of corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
• Prepare, review, and update process documentation, validation protocols and reports, SOPs, and related quality documents.
• Work closely with R&D, Manufacturing, Quality, Engineering, and Maintenance teams.
• Participate in deviation investigations related to processes and equipment.
• Support training of manufacturing personnel on new or updated processes and equipment.
• Ensure full compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory requirements.
• Perform additional tasks as assigned by the Engineering Manager.

Education and Experience

• B.Sc. in Chemical Engineering – Required.
• Up to two (2) years of experience in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or regulated manufacturing industry – an advantage.
• Familiarity with GMP principles and regulated manufacturing environments – an advantage.
• Knowledge and understanding of equipment and process validation activities (IQ/OQ/PQ) – an advantage.
• Process understanding and ability to analyze process data and critical parameters (CPP / CQA) – an advantage.
• Ability to prepare technical documentation, including process documents, validation protocols and reports, and SOPs – an advantage.
• Proficiency in MS Office and computerized systems – Required.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a cross-functional team – Required.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously – Required.
• High-level Hebrew and good written and verbal communication skills in English – Required.

Personal Competencies

• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Analytical thinker with a strategic, data-driven approach.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure.
• High sense of ownership, integrity, and attention to detail.
• Proactive, innovative, and committed to continuous improvement.

Open to outstanding graduates with no prior industrial experience.