Process Engineer II/III - API (Recovery) Mon-Fri shift

Novo Nordisk A/S; Clayton (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Novo Nordisk in Clayton, NC, seeks a Process Engineer II/III - API Recovery to support the fermentation, recovery and purification processes in API production. This role focuses on advancing department processes, ensuring equipment reliability, and providing routine troubleshooting for the manufacturing facility.

The position requires a strong engineering/technical background, GMP experience, and the ability to work under a 24/7 operational framework, with collaboration across multiple teams and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Science, or relevant technical field required.
• 4+ years of engineering or technical experience in GMP environment.
• Knowledge of FDA requirements preferred.
• Experience with process control systems preferred.
• Ability to support 24/7 operations.

Responsibilities

• Support ongoing department processes and daily operations.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of processes and ensure equipment reliability.
• Provide routine troubleshooting for the manufacturing facility.
• Drive equipment qualification and optimization within the area.
• Coach and mentor team members.
• Monitor key process parameters and track initiatives.
• Collaborate across interfaces to other processes and support systems.
• Transfer knowledge from other Novo Nordisk sites to the project.
• Develop and pursue personal development with manager guidance.
• Generate and implement improvement concepts across the track.
• Adhere to safety and environmental requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Engineering background

GMP knowledge

Process control systems

Cross-functional collaboration

Regulatory awareness (FDA)

Requirements documentation

Capability to support 24/7 operations

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Science/tech field

Associate’s degree + 6 years GMP experience

High School diploma + 8 years GMP experience

Tools

Process Control Systems

Job description

Process Engineer II/III - API (Recovery) Mon-Fri shift

Location: Clayton, NC, US

About the Department

At Novo Nordisk, we are helping to improve the quality of life for millions of people worldwide. 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 newer Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (API) facility in Clayton, NC sits on 825,000 square-feet of state-of-the-art equipment, and houses the Fermentation, Recovery and Purification in the production of ingredients for Novo Nordisk’s innovative oral products. At API, 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 14weeks paid parental & 6 weeks paid family medical leave
• Free access to Novo Nordisk-marketed pharmaceutical products
• Tuition Assistance
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Employee Referral Awards

At Novo Nordisk, you will find opportunities, resources, and mentorship to help grow and build your career. Are you ready to realize your potential? Join Team Novo Nordisk and help us make what matters.

The Position

Support the ongoing development of the department processes. Support daily operations as well as continuous improvement of department processes including ensuring system & equipment reliability to meet customer, business, and regulatory requirements. Provide routine support and troubleshooting for the manufacturing facility.

Relationships

Reports to Manager & Senior Manager.

Essential Functions

• Support operations within the area through process knowledge sharing, critical decision making and strategy
• Drive equipment qualification & optimization, validation within area, quality of equipment & processes
• Coach & mentor team members
• Drive process monitoring activities for key process parameters and track initiatives
• Ensure identification of & collaboration regarding interfaces to other processes & support systems
• Gather & ensure knowledge transfer to project from other similar production sites in Novo Nordisk
• Own self development and partner with manager for clear understanding of development needs for desired career path
• Generate improvement concepts, justify, & implement across track
• Follow all safety & environmental requirements in the performance of duties
• Other duties 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 color 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, Science, or relevant technical field of study from an accredited university required
• May consider an Associate’s Degree in Engineering, Science, or relevant technical field of study from an accredited university with six (6) years of relevant experience operating in a GMP regulated environment required, preferably in a GMP regulated environment May consider High School Diploma or equivalent with eight (8) years of relevant experience operating in a GMP regulated environment required, preferably in a GMP regulated environment
• Minimum four (4) years of engineering or technical experience required, preferably in a GMP regulated environment
• Knowledge of requirements/expectations from authorities e.g. FDA preferred
• Proven ability to establish & maintain networks & facilitate processes that encourage cross organizational knowledge sharing preferred
• Experience with Process Control Systems preferred
• Experience with design of requirements documents preferred
• Functional knowledge across track with expertise in one or more operation required
• Ability to provide support for a 24/7 operational business required

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.