Entry-Level Process Engineer – Manufacturing

Elanco; Clinton (IA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation packages

8 weeks parental leave

Employee Resource Groups

Annual bonus

401K matching

Job summary

Elanco, a global leader in animal health, is seeking an Entry-level Process Engineering Associate for Clinton Labs in Indiana. You will develop deep technical expertise in pharmaceutical manufacturing processes and equipment, support regulatory compliance, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives in a highly regulated setting.

As an entry-level engineer, you will troubleshoot issues, analyze data, and collaborate with operations, maintenance, and engineering teams on improvement

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field with graduation by June 2027.
• Entry‑level position; no prior experience required.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills; comfortable using MS Office tools.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and resolve day-to-day process and equipment issues to maintain production performance and reliability.
• Analyze operational and process data to identify trends, improve efficiency, and support decision-making.
• Support regulatory compliance by documenting process changes, investigating deviations, and applying safety and environmental standards (e.g., PSM).
• Collaborate with operations, maintenance, and engineering teams on improvement projects, including equipment upgrades and process optimizations.
• Participate in cross-functional efforts to reduce variability in manufacturing by evaluating process, equipment, and procedural factors.

Skills

Problem solving

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or related

Tools

Excel

Outlook

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Elanco, a global leader in animal health, is seeking an Entry-level Process Engineering Associate for Clinton Labs in Indiana. You will develop deep technical expertise in pharmaceutical manufacturing processes and equipment, support regulatory compliance, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives in a highly regulated setting.

As an entry-level engineer, you will troubleshoot issues, analyze data, and collaborate with operations, maintenance, and engineering teams on improvement