Process Engineer I

Process Engineer I 
Location: Boston, MA or Webster, MA
The candidate must be able to travel 75% + of the time throughout the nation and will be working out of the Webster, MA location when not traveling.

About the Role:

As a Process Engineer, you’ll be an essential part of Curaleaf’s innovative Research and Development team, helping shape the future of cannabis product and process design. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a hands-on, fast-paced environment and loves solving complex technical challenges. You’ll lead and support projects that improve efficiency, safety, and product quality across our operations, whether that’s working in the lab, collaborating with cross-functional teams, or traveling to our facilities around the globe.

What You’ll Do:

• Drive innovation in cannabis processing through technical contributions and creative problem-solving
• Manage and support multiple engineering projects from planning to execution
• Install, operate, maintain, and troubleshoot mechanical and lab equipment such as distillation systems, CO₂ and ethanol extractors, pumps, chillers, and more
• Build and test experimental designs to support new product and process initiatives
• Keep detailed lab notes and documentation to ensure accurate tracking of experiments and discoveries
• Collaborate with other engineers to meet project goals and support team success
• Prioritize tasks and manage tight deadlines in a dynamic work environment
• Work independently with minimal supervision while balancing multiple responsibilities
• Travel frequently (75%+) to support engineering efforts at Curaleaf locations across the globe

What You’ll Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field
• 2+ years of relevant experience in a hands-on technical or R&D role
• Strong mechanical aptitude, especially with plumbing, electrical, and lab equipment
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Forensic understanding of MEP practices
• Solid understanding of the construction process
• Comfortable working independently and managing multiple priorities
• Willingness and ability to travel 75%+ of the time
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Experience with CAD, SolidWorks, and other design software
• A sharp eye for detail and a love for solving problems

Even Better If You Have:

• Familiarity or experience with project management.
• Proven understanding of compliance and quality assurance guidelines and best practices
• Familiarity with cannabinoid chemistry and processing

 PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, talk or hear, use hands to finger or feel, reach with hands and arms, climb and balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl and lift up to 25 lbs. The employee is occasionally required to sit and lift up to 50 lbs., with assistance.

This position requires close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

This position Has allergen warnings - Potential exposure to dust, pollen, and plant pathogens, Requires exposure to cleaning solvents, such as high volumes of isopropyl alcohol, Requires daily use of provided PPE, such as masks, hair nets, beard covers, respirators, boot covers, scrubs, non-slip shoes, and Tyvek suits as necessary. Requires the ability to work in confined spaces. Has exposure to loud noises, including but not limited to air compressors, packaging equipment, and alarms, Has exposure to CO2 manufacturing procedures at OSHA approved CO2 levels. Requires a high stress tolerance, adaptability, and flexibility. Ability to work in an ever-changing environment.