Process Optimization Engineer

KDC One • Groveport, OH

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About The Position

Process Optimization Engineer – Drive Innovation and Efficiency! Are you passionate about transforming manufacturing processes and driving operational excellence? Join our team as a Process Optimization Engineer, where you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping the future of production efficiency, sustainability, and automation. What You’ll Do Lead the Charge in Innovation: Oversee advanced process control and automation for raw material handling, batching, purified water systems, CIP processes, and fluid transfer operations. Be a Change Maker: Drive continuous improvement initiatives across the organization, optimizing workflows and reducing costs while enhancing sustainability. Solve Complex Challenges: Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and control systems to keep operations running smoothly. Collaborate and Create: Partner with R&D to pilot and implement cutting-edge batching improvements that elevate product quality. Own Projects End-to-End: Manage projects from concept to completion—delivering on scope, budget, and timing with precision. Design the Future: Develop and implement automated processes, create detailed SOPs, PFDs, P&IDs, and other technical documentation that set the standard for excellence. What We’re Looking For Education & Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field, plus 5+ years in a production environment (FDA-regulated experience preferred). Technical Expertise: Skilled in PLC systems (Rockwell/Allen-Bradley), high-purity water systems, and clean-in-place methods. Problem-Solving Pro: Strong analytical skills for engineering calculations, process design, and troubleshooting. Leadership & Collaboration: Ability to manage multiple priorities, adapt to change, and work seamlessly with cross-functional teams. Why You’ll Love It Here Be part of a team that values innovation, efficiency, and sustainability. Work on high-impact projects that shape the future of manufacturing. Enjoy a dynamic environment where your ideas matter and your expertise drives results.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field, plus 5+ years in a production environment (FDA-regulated experience preferred).
• Skilled in PLC systems (Rockwell/Allen-Bradley), high-purity water systems, and clean-in-place methods.
• Strong analytical skills for engineering calculations, process design, and troubleshooting.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, adapt to change, and work seamlessly with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Oversee advanced process control and automation for raw material handling, batching, purified water systems, CIP processes, and fluid transfer operations.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across the organization, optimizing workflows and reducing costs while enhancing sustainability.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and control systems to keep operations running smoothly.
• Partner with R&D to pilot and implement cutting-edge batching improvements that elevate product quality.
• Manage projects from concept to completion—delivering on scope, budget, and timing with precision.
• Develop and implement automated processes, create detailed SOPs, PFDs, P&IDs, and other technical documentation that set the standard for excellence.

What This Job Offers

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