Process Engineer I

BioSpace; Clayton (NC); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Paid time off with holidays

Health/dental/vision insurance

401K with company match

Parental leave

Product access

Tuition assistance

Life & disability insurance

Referral program

Job summary

Novo Nordisk's Clayton, NC facility seeks a maintenance/engineering professional to improve reliability across core processes. You will lead line-level improvements, manage projects, and support event responses while upholding standards and cross-functional collaboration.

We value a strong engineering background, RCA skills, and the ability to navigate complex systems, with opportunity for growth in a global healthcare leader. Equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field.
• 2–5+ years of engineering experience in maintenance, design or process improvement.
• Knowledge of instrumentation, electrical, mechanical and control systems; RCA a plus.
• Experience planning and executing maintenance with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Support technical development of maintenance technicians.
• Improve performance of a production line using process improvement methods.
• Lead projects affecting a line, including project management.
• Support event response activities and maintenance standards.
• Collaborate on global initiatives and maintain document standards.

Skills

Maintenance engineering

Process improvement

Project management

Root cause analysis

Cross-functional teamwork

Lean principles

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering/related field

Tools

SCADA systems

PLCs

Electrical instrumentation

Mechanical systems

Job description

About The Department

At Novo Nordisk, we want to make a difference. For more than 100 years, we have led the way in diabetes care. Being part of Novo Nordisk allows our employees to embark on the opportunity to help improve the quality of life for millions of people around the world.

In NC, we operate three pharmaceutical manufacturing facilities that are responsible for fulfilling different steps in our injectable and oral treatment supply chains. Our Product Supply Aseptic Manufacturing (PS AM) facility in Clayton, NC is a 457,000 square foot aseptic "fill and finish" site that is responsible for producing innovative, injectable diabetes and obesity treatments. At PS AM, you’ll join a global network of manufacturing professionals who are passionate about what they do.

What We Offer You

• Leading pay and annual performance bonus for all positions
• All employees enjoy generous paid time off including 14 paid holidays
• Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance – effective day one
• Guaranteed 8% 401K contribution plus individual company match option
• Family Focused Benefits including 14 weeks paid parental & 6 weeks paid family medical leave
• Free access to Novo Nordisk-marketed pharmaceutical products
• Tuition Assistance
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Employee Referral Awards

The Position

Improve system & equipment reliability for the core processes to meet all customer, business & regulatory requirements through the following activities: People Focus, Process Focus, Equipment Focus and Standards "Gatekeeper".

Relationships

Reports to Manager, Technical Support.

Essential Functions

• Support technical development of Maintenance Technicians
• Improve the performance of one production line or system, using process improvement systems in place
• Lead projects that affect one production line using process improvement systems in place, including project management
• Support event response activities
• Maintain standards for procedures & maintenance plans
• Support DFP global collaboration initiatives
• Other accountabilities, as assigned

Physical Requirements

Moves equipment &/or supplies weighing up to 33 pounds within the facility using various body positions. Routinely operates & inspects manufacturing equipment using hands. Strap & unstrap pallets using hands. Must be able to be on your feet for up to a 12-hour shift. May require corrected vision to 20/20 or 20/25 based on role. May require colour vision based on role. Occasionally ascends/descends a ladder. May be required to work at elevated heights. Occasionally works around odorous &/or hazardous materials. May be required to wear latex gloves. May perform critical job functions in extremely cold work environments depending on site. May position oneself within confined spaces for inspection if required of the role. Ability to work in loud noise environments with hearing protection. May be required to secure a motorized vehicle license & operate a motorized vehicle based on the role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering/related field or Equivalent (experience + education) required
• 2-5+ years engineering experience in Maintenance, Design, Process Improvement; cLEAN® 1-Star preferred
• Knowledgeable in the following systems: Instrument & Electrical, Mechanical, Control/SCADA/PLCs, Process Improvement Methodologies, Root Cause Analysis (RCA) a plus
• Proven expertise in planning/organization/execution of maintenance activities, following up on results, & revising the work plan for complex problems being resolved by cross functional teams a plus

We commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equality of opportunity for all our job applicants.

At Novo Nordisk, we're not chasing quick fixes – we're creating lasting change for long-term health. For over 100 years, we've been driven by a single purpose: to defeat serious chronic diseases and help millions of people live healthier lives. This dedication fuels our constant curiosity and inspires us to push the boundaries of what's possible in healthcare. We embrace diverse perspectives, seek out bold ideas, and build partnerships rooted in shared purpose. Together, we're making healthcare more accessible, treating and defeating diseases, and pioneering solutions that create change spanning generations. When you join us, you become part of something bigger – a legacy of impact that reaches far beyond today.

Novo Nordisk is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by local, state or federal laws, rules or regulations.

If you are interested in applying to Novo Nordisk and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply, please call us at 1-855-411-5290. This contact is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.