Senior Formulation Engineer

Syngenta; Greensboro (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full Benefits Package

401k with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Education assistance

Job summary

Syngenta is seeking a Senior Formulation Engineer in Greensboro, NC to drive formulation processing from lab to production. You will collaborate with the Product Technology and Engineering Team to scale up processes while ensuring safety and environmental compliance.

The role emphasizes analyzing data, managing multiple projects, and communicating technical concepts to diverse teams across North America. Join a world leader committed to sustainable crop protection and innovation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field, with 2+ years of experience in formulation processing development or manufacturing.
• Working knowledge of formulation processing, scale-up activities, process risk assessment, and product lifecycle management.
• Strong project and time management skills in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to analyze data, evaluate technical alternatives, and make recommendations.
• Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly to cross-functional audiences.
• Experience collaborating across functions, regions, and stakeholders to drive improvement.
• Commitment to HSE standards and sustainable technologies.

Responsibilities

• Support safety and compliance with all Syngenta policies and procedures.
• Lead scale-up of formulation processes from lab to manufacturing.
• Troubleshoot process issues and provide manufacturing solutions.
• Coordinate inter-site tech transfer and startup activities for new processes.
• Design pilot plant and full-scale trials; document outcomes and train teams.
• Identify solutions to improve capacity, quality, and cost efficiency.
• Act as a resource on formulation engineering for North America.

Skills

Formulation processing

Scale-up experience

Process safety knowledge

Project management

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

GMP

Job description

About Syngenta

At Syngenta Crop Protection, we're pioneering solutions that safeguard global food security while championing sustainable agriculture. As a world market leader headquartered in Switzerland, we empower farmers with innovative crop protection technologies that defend against nature's toughest challenges. We unite advanced science with digital solutions to develop intelligent crop protection that maximizes yields while minimizing environmental impact. Join our mission of revolutionizing plant protection from seed to harvest.

Company Description

About Syngenta

At Syngenta Crop Protection, we're pioneering solutions that safeguard global food security while championing sustainable agriculture. As a world market leader headquartered in Switzerland, we empower farmers with innovative crop protection technologies that defend against nature's toughest challenges. We unite advanced science with digital solutions to develop intelligent crop protection that maximizes yields while minimizing environmental impact. Join our mission of revolutionizing plant protection from seed to harvest.

Job Description

At Syngenta, our goal is to build the most collaborative and trustworthy team in agriculture, providing top-quality seeds and innovative crop protection solutions that improve farmers' success. To support this mission, Syngenta’s Product Technology and Engineering Team is seeking a Senior Formulation Engineer in Greensboro, NC.

Accountabilities

• Support all Safety and Compliance requirements. Must be fully knowledgeable of, and compliant with, all Syngenta safety policies and department standard operating procedures. Drive a strong safety culture of individual accountability.
• Deliver the scale-up of formulation processes from the lab to full-scale manufacturing, ensuring process safety, health, and environmental subjects are fully anticipated.
• Troubleshoot process issues and provide solutions to manufacturing.
• Be responsible for inter-site technology transfer or re-siting of products and serve as a member of the technical start-up team for new processes and equipment at Syngenta manufacturing sites or tollers.
• Design pilot plant trials and full-scale manufacturing trials and document key process considerations; write technical reports and operating procedures, train operating teams, provide technical supervision, document outcomes, identify next steps, and share best practices.
• Apply formulation engineering processing knowledge to identify solutions that improve capacity, quality, and cost efficiency at manufacturing sites and/or in the bulk supply chain, and serve as a member of, or lead, the project teams that implement these solutions.
• Be recognized as having technical experience in formulation engineering processing and serve as a resource for other engineers in North America.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field, with 2+ years of experience in formulation processing development, formulation manufacturing, or a similar technical discipline (advanced degrees may be considered in lieu of experience).
• Working knowledge of formulation processing, scale-up activities, process risk assessment, and product lifecycle management.
• Strong project and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize multiple projects and stakeholder requests in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to analyze data, evaluate technical alternatives, and make recommendations that support project and business objectives.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate technical concepts, findings, and recommendations clearly to technical and cross-functional audiences.
• Experience building collaborative partnerships across functions, regions, and stakeholder groups to drive continuous improvement and achieve shared goals.
• Commitment to Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) standards, continuous improvement principles, innovation, and the adoption of sustainable technologies and processes.

Desired Qualifications

• Highly organized, with strong attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Ability to design and execute technical projects while contributing to and influencing cross-functional teams.
• Adaptable and resilient, with a willingness to embrace change and contribute to new ways of working.
• Passion for knowledge sharing, mentoring, and supporting the growth and development of team members.
• Customer-focused mindset, with the ability to understand stakeholder needs and develop strong working relationships.

Additional Information

What We Offer

• A culture that celebrates belonging and collaboration, promotes professional development and strives for a work-life balance that supports the team members. Offers flexible work options to support your work and personal needs.
• Full Benefit Package (Medical, Dental & Vision) that starts your first day.
• 401k plan with company match, Profit Sharing & Retirement Savings Contribution.
• Paid Vacation, Paid Holidays, Maternity and Paternity Leave, Education Assistance, Wellness Programs, Corporate Discounts, among other benefits.

Syngenta has been ranked as a top employer by Science Journal. Learn more about our team and our mission here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OVCN_51GbNI

Syngenta is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or any other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.

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