Utilities Process Engineer

Evonik Industries • Lafayette, IN

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About The Position

Process Engineer applies 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 role focuses on understanding, monitoring, and managing process performance, ensuring high-quality outcomes, and driving continuous improvement.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in chemical engineering, related Engineering, or Chemistry.
• Minimum 3 years of chemical engineering experience (in a manufacturing environment).
• Experience in multiple production facilities, scales, and technology platforms.
• Strong technical problem-solving skills and ability to overcome challenges.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to influence groups without direct supervisory authority.
• Strong computer skills across various software packages.
• Ability to apply fundamental engineering and business principles.
• Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide process engineering support for established processes; analyze data and initiate continuous improvement.
• Design, implement, and support new process introductions, scale-ups, or process modifications.
• Manage ESHS (Environmental, Safety, Health & Security), quality, cycle time, and equipment availability requirements.
• Collaborate closely with customers and project teams.
• Provide technical expertise in core process engineering disciplines: mixing, material science, heat transfer, mass transfer, filtration, and drying.
• Identify capacity constraints and projects to streamline processes and remove bottlenecks.
• Recommend near- and long-term capital planning to support equipment reliability and competitiveness.
• Serve as project lead to implement process improvements.
• Complete process engineering aspects of client proposals.
• Perform oversight for product chains and maintain current knowledge of regulations, engineering standards, and good practices.
• Drive continuous improvement within the engineering function.
• Develop, write, and review production policies and procedures; assist others in executing job responsibilities efficiently.

Benefits

• Performance-based remuneration
• Occupational health benefits
• Hybrid and flexible working environments

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Chemical Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees