Fermentation Process Engineer – Growth & Impact

Novonesis; West Allis (WI); On-site; USD 95,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision & LifeInsurance

401(k) with company contribution

Paid vacation & holidays

Wellness time

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Parental leave

HSA option

All benefits start day one

Job summary

Novonesis is seeking a Process Engineer in West Allis to drive safe, compliant, and efficient plant operations. You will work across Fermentation, Packaging, Maintenance, Quality, and Automation to deliver robust manufacturing processes.

You will lead root-cause investigations, manage capital projects from concept to completion, and develop training to improve operational consistency. A strong engineering background and 3+ years in manufacturing are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering required.
• Minimum three years in a process-driven manufacturing environment.
• Ability to troubleshoot complex process and equipment issues systematically.
• Experience collaborating across multiple functional teams to achieve objectives.

Responsibilities

• Drive root cause investigations and implement corrective actions related to culture quality issues stemming from equipment, automation, or process performance.
• Lead and support projects that optimize existing processes, resolve production challenges, or introduce new technologies and improvements.
• Manage capital projects from concept through implementation ensuring safety, quality, and business alignment.
• Serve as a User Manager for designated systems, processes, or equipment.
• Coordinate with Fermentation, Packaging, Maintenance, Quality Control, and Quality Assurance teams to deliver solutions.
• Monitor and analyze process KPIs, conduct process confirmations, and identify improvement opportunities.
• Participate in equipment validations, GMP audits, and continuous improvement activities.
• Develop and deliver training to improve operational consistency and understanding.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Troubleshooting

Cross-functional collaboration

Project management

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

SAP

LIMS

PLCs

Job description

Novonesis is seeking a Process Engineer in West Allis to drive safe, compliant, and efficient plant operations. You will work across Fermentation, Packaging, Maintenance, Quality, and Automation to deliver robust manufacturing processes.

You will lead root-cause investigations, manage capital projects from concept to completion, and develop training to improve operational consistency. A strong engineering background and 3+ years in manufacturing are required.