Process Engineer II - SDF

Novo Nordisk; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 105,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

8% 401K contribution

Company match

Parental & family leave

Tuition Assistance

Life & Disability Insurance

Employee Referral Awards

Paid holidays (14)

Job summary

Novo Nordisk is seeking a Maintenance/Process Engineer to improve and develop systems and equipment that meet customer, business, and regulatory requirements. You will lead cross-functional process improvements, mentor technicians, and apply advanced problem-solving tools to drive value across OFP sites.

The role emphasizes planning, budgeting, and implementing better practices, with opportunities to influence standard maintenance plans and collaborate on global initiatives within a legacy

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field required.
• 5+ years of engineering experience in maintenance, design, process improvement preferred.
• Knowledge of instrument & electrical, mechanical, control/SCADA/PLCs, RCA & RCM preferred.
• Experience planning/organizing/executing maintenance with cross-functional teams preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coach and mentor peers, Engineering personnel and Process Maintenance Technicians.
• Lead cross-functional process improvements.
• Develop plans to improve performance of processes or systems using Six Sigma green belt concepts.
• Develop and manage project budgets for improvements.
• Support implementation of better practices and share knowledge across OFP sites.

Skills

Process improvement

Leadership

Cross-functional teamwork

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering/related field

Job description

About The Department

For more than 100 years, Novo Nordisk has been tackling the unmet medical needs of people living with serious chronic diseases, such as diabetes & obesity. 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.

About The Department

For more than 100 years, Novo Nordisk has been tackling the unmet medical needs of people living with serious chronic diseases, such as diabetes & obesity. 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.

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

At Novo Nordisk, you will find opportunities, resources, and mentorship to help grow and build your career.

The Position

Improve/develop systems & equipment 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 Senior Project Manager – OFP.

Essential Functions

• Coach & mentor peers, Engineering personnel & Process Maintenance Technicians
• Support technical development of Process Maintenance Technicians & Technical Area Specialists
• Employ advanced cLEAN® tools within the main areas of problem solving, project & change management
• Lead cross-functional process improvements
• Develop plans to improve the performance of a process or set of systems, using green belt concepts
• Develop & manage project budget for improvements for a process or set of systems
• Support event response activities
• Support implementation of better practices & participate in sharing knowledge across all OFP sites for improvement projects
• Maintain & establish standards for procedures & maintenance plans
• Support global OFP collaboration initiatives
• Additional accountabilities, as required.

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.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in engineering/related field or an equivalent combination of experience & education required

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum of five (5) years of engineering experience in maintenance, design, process improvement, or Six Sigma Green Belt certification or equivalent preferred
• Knowledgeable in the following systems: Instrument & Electrical, Mechanical, Control/SCADA/PLCs, Process Improvement Methodologies, Root Cause Analysis (RCA), & Reliability Centered Maintenance (RCM) preferred
• 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 preferred

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.