Process Engineer I

DCI Donor Services • Nashville, TN

1d • Onsite

About The Position

DCI Donor Services is seeking a Process Engineer I for its Research and Development team at its Nashville, Tennessee site. The role supports manufacturing and operational processes through process monitoring, data analysis, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement. The engineer works with cross-functional teams, supports projects, and provides data for business cases and long-term strategies. The position also provides day-to-day process engineering support to manufacturing and collaborates with Manufacturing, Quality, and Regulatory functions.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Biomedical, Mechanical, or Chemical Engineering, or a related degree.
• 0–2 years of biotech research, process engineering, or product development experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word and Excel.
• Experience using SolidWorks or equivalent CAD software and computer software programs relevant to the engineering discipline and project management.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree.
• Direct experience in regulated environments such as FDA, OSHA, or EPA, and/or with cGMP procedures and engineering practices in tissue banking, pharmaceutical, or biotechnology production processes, clean utilities, facilities, instruments, and equipment.
• LEAN/Six Sigma certification.

Responsibilities

• Assist in creating engineering and validation protocols for new products and processes.
• Assist in developing SOPs and work instructions for new formulations, products, and product improvements.
• Assist with sourcing and installing manufacturing equipment and developing equipment maintenance programs.
• Support process validation and equipment qualification activities.
• Support process scale-up, technology transfer, and manufacturing readiness activities.
• Analyze process data to identify trends and opportunities for process improvement.
• Participate in root cause investigations and implement corrective actions.
• Develop process metrics and dashboards to monitor manufacturing performance.
• Assist with capacity planning and efficiency improvement initiatives.
• Support project activities and complete assigned deliverables to help ensure timely completion.
• Support investigations, deviations, CAPAs, and change controls related to manufacturing processes.
• Support manufacturing floor activities and provide day-to-day process engineering support.
• Represent R&D and collaborate with Manufacturing, Quality, and Regulatory.
• Model DCIDS core values: selfless, hardworking, passionate, and dependable.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Up to 184 hours of PTO in the first year.
• Up to 72 hours of sick time in the first year.
• Choice of two medical plans: PPO or HDHP.
• Dental coverage.
• Vision coverage.
• 403(b) plan with matching contribution.
• Company-provided term life insurance, AD&D, and long-term disability insurance.
• Wellness program.
• Supplemental insurance benefits, including accident coverage and short-term disability.
• Discounts on home, auto, renter, and pet insurance.
• Cell phone discounts through Verizon.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level