Senior Process Engineer

Evonik•Lafayette, IN

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About The Position

Apply process engineering knowledge and skills to support the synthesis of starting materials, pharmaceutical intermediates, and final bulk products in a safe, efficient, and environmentally responsible manner. The Process Engineer demonstrates process understanding, monitors performance, and manages process performance. The role provides hands-on support for established operations and leads process design, scale-up, optimization, and technology introductions. It also covers operational excellence, capacity planning, capital projects, stakeholder collaboration, engineering governance, and knowledge sharing.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, a related engineering discipline, or Chemistry.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Strong technical problem-solving ability.
Ability to influence groups without supervisory responsibility.
Strong computer skills across a variety of software packages.
Ability to apply fundamental engineering and business principles.
Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills.
Technical knowledge and practical experience to solve complex process engineering issues.
Ability to stay informed about the latest technology and make recommendations for change.
Skills in overcoming challenges and identifying improvement opportunities.

Nice To Haves

Ten years of prior chemical or pharmaceutical engineering manufacturing experience (preferred).
Experience in several production facilities with different scales and technology platforms.

Responsibilities

Analyze process performance data, identify inefficiencies, and drive continuous improvement to improve productivity, quality, and cost-effectiveness.
Lead the design, implementation, and optimization of new processes, scale-ups, process modifications, and technology introductions, integrating them into existing operations.
Manage and uphold Environment, Safety, Health, and Sustainability (ESHS) standards while supporting product quality, optimal cycle times, and equipment availability.
Use expertise in mixing, material science, heat and mass transfer, filtration, and drying to troubleshoot and improve complex manufacturing processes.
Analyze site capacity constraints, identify bottlenecks, and lead projects to improve workflows, throughput, and operational efficiency.
Recommend and support short- and long-term capital investments for equipment reliability, new technologies, and expanded capabilities; lead implementation projects.
Collaborate with customers, cross-functional teams, and project stakeholders to align technical solutions with business needs and execute projects successfully.
Stay current with regulations, engineering standards, and best practices; serve as a technical authority, review and approve engineering documentation, develop procedures, and mentor team members.